The C.A.R.E (Career Apparel and Resources for Educational Success) Closet was established in 2018 by the Associated Student Government. The C.A.R.E Closet was established to provide immediate basic need items to EVC students. The closet is maintained by the Associated Student Government as part of their annual budget. The closet is located in Gullo I-106.
How To Donate
The Associated Student Government is available to accept donations in order to keep the shelves of the C.A.R.E Closet stocked. Please drop off all donations to the Associated Student Government Office in Gullo I-204 or the Office of Student Life in Gullo I-203/Gullo I-205 during normal business hours on Fridays ONLY.
Below is the list of items the pantry is always in need of:
Soap, Toilet Paper, Shampoo, Conditioner, Toothpaste, Toothbrush, Floss, Lotion, Deodorant, Feminine Hygiene Products, Diapers, Laundry Detergent, Towels
In partnership with CalWorks and Second Harvest Food Bank, EVC offers a once a month food distribution that is open to all currently enrolled students. The distribution takes place the First Friday of every month inside of Parking Lot 1 from 10:00am-12:00pm.
Students can access Parking Lot 1 through the San Felipe entrance of campus. It is recommended that students bring tote bags, grocery bags, or carts to assist in carrying food items.
Food is available as first come, first serve so it is best that students arrive early. If students have class during the time of the distribution they may contact the Office of Student Life at studentlife@evc.edu to have items placed aside. Students needing this accommodation must email no later than 5:00pm the Monday before the distribution. All items must be picked up from the Office of Student Life by 3:30pm. Items not picked up will be taken to the EVC F.R.E.S.H Market.
The CalFresh Program, federally known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), issues monthly electronic benefits that can be used to buy most foods at many markets and food stores. The CalFresh Program helps to improve the health and well-being of qualified households and individuals by providing them a means to meet their nutritional needs. Students may apply for CalFresh inside of the EVC F.R.E.S.H Market during normal operational hours of Monday-Thursday from 12:00pm-4:00pm.
Open CalFresh Enrollment occurs every Thursday from 2-4 pm in the CalWORKs Office SC-207.
Contact Names: Reyna Avila and Michaela Murphy
Contact Email: calfresh@evc.edu
Contact Phone: 408-270-6477