Free Food & Personal Care

Pick up a box of FREE groceries on campus every week! Fresh fruit and vegetables, milk, cheese and eggs, grains, meat, shelf items, snacks.

Hours: Monday 12 pm - 5 pm, Tuesday-Thursday 9 am - 5 pm.

Open to community members Tuesdays from 12 pm - 5 pm and Wednesday-Thursday 9 am - 5 pm.

Location: Building 17– use the right-hand side entrance facing the courtyard. There are temporary parking spots in the back of the building.

Tips: There may be a line at peak times. Food tends to run out later in the week. Plan for a way to carry your groceries.

Food is provided in partnership with the Second Harvest Food Bank.

Need a meal while on campus? In partnership with Samaritan House the SparkPoint Free Grocery provides grab-n-go meals for students. Prepared meals vary each week and students are welcome to pick up every day they are on campus (while supplies last). Grab a prepared meal and don’t forget to stop by SparkPoint’s microwave and condiment station on the way back to class!

Apply for CalFresh, a program that can help you get up to $250 in free grocery money every month! CalFresh benefits are loaded on an EBT card that can be used at grocery stores and other markets. CalFresh is operated by the County, and there are eligibility and documentation requirements.

Personal care can be expensive! Pick up essential care products at SparkPoint to maximize your budget.

Kits are available for pick up at the SparkPoint Free Grocery located in Building 17.

• Personal care products -  Shampoo, conditioner, dental care products, deodorant, etc.
• House hold essentials - Laundry detergent, toilet paper