Food Resource Center

Are you struggling to afford food while attending IVC?

You are not alone. We are here to help.

IVC students struggling with food insecurities are encouraged to seek out resources in the Food Resource Center. The Food Resource Center is a free, confidential service aiming to provide registered students with the appropriate resources to manage a sufficient, healthy diet. The program provides short-term relief and offers referrals for additional community support and ongoing assistance with food insecurity.

Services for Current Students:

• Short-Term Food Relief
• One Week’s Worth of Free Pantry Items
• IVC Resource Center's Food List
• Grocery Gift Cards to Albertsons/Vons/Pavilions
• Gift Cards: Frequently Asked Questions
ee Protein Packs & Sandwiches — ON HOLD Until Further Notice
• Help Applying for CalFresh Benefits 
• Information on Community Resources
• Local Food Pantries
• Meal Plans & Nutritional Advice
• Food Pantry Menu Ideas

Food Pantry Resources

• Food Pantry Partner List by City
• Food Resources for Seniors
• Food Resources for Children
• Student Primary Needs (Health, Housing, Financial Wellness, etc.)
• Student Resources for Remote Learning

Helpful CalFresh Links

CalFresh, known federally as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP, provides monthly food benefits to individuals and families with low-income and provides economic benefits to communities. It provides long-term food assistance. For an individual household, there may be up to $234 of assistance provided per month.

• How to Apply for Calfresh
• CalFresh Application: Student Portal
• CalFresh Application
• A CalFresh Guide for Immigrants
• OC Social Services Agency Office Locator

**Free protein packs and sandwiches can also be picked up at the Counseling Center (SSC 210), Veterans Services Center (SSC 120), DSPS (SSC 171), EOPS (SSC 220), Student Activities Center (SAC), and the Health and Wellness Center (HWC).​​​

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