Student Basic Needs | Golden West College

Basic Needs Hub

Your One-Stop Shop for Student Success

Golden West College has resources to support students to overcome challenges outside the classroom, and provide direct assistance to students, connect them with critical on- and off-campus resources, and offer holistic educational opportunities that retain our students and lead them to complete their goals at Golden West College.

Basic Needs Services:

Food & Essentials: The Stand provides free groceries and resources to help fight food insecurity.
Transportation:GWC Students have access to FREE transportation using OCTA Bus!
Support Services: Starting Fall 2025! Fresh Success is a CalFresh employment and training program that encourages participants to gain education and skills that will lead to better employment and a path to financial independence. Students may receive support services throughout the semester based on eligibility. Stay tuned for more information!
Campus & Community Help: Our Basic Needs team connects you with on-campus and community resources tailored to your needs. Items such as hygiene, baby supplies, and clothing are provided by appointment and are available based on donations received. Schedule an intake appointment today and we'll get back to you within 1-2 business days!

How to Schedule an Appointment
To get started, please fill out the Basic Needs Appointment Form down below. Our team will connect you with on-campus and community resources tailored to your needs. This form is to request community resources. (Starting Fall 2025, the Basic Needs Grants will transition to a new program called Fresh Success.) Stay tuned for more information!

Other Community Resources:

Contact Us

Location:
Recreation Building, Room 100

Phone Number:
(714) 892-7711 ext. 58160

Email:
equity@gwc.cccd.edu

Hours of Operation:
Mon – Fri: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm