Office of Basic Needs

Early Development Services

Hartnell College-Child Development Center

Mexican American Opportunity Foundation (MAOF)

Monterey County Office of Education-Early Learning Services

Cal Fresh

• A food assistance program, federally known as SNAP/Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program.
• The largest food program in California and provides an essential hunger safety net.
• Provides monthly food benefits to individuals and families in the form of an Electronic Benefits Card (EBT), much like a debit card. 
• EBT purchases can be made at qualifying grocery stores and farmers markets. 
• To qualify you must meet income, immigration, and student eligibility guidelines. 
• For more information visit BenefitsCal's Student Center or for application assistance visit us on Main Campus, Building C, Rm 132. 
• Currently the Gross Income Limit for a Household of 1 is $2,430. 
• As of October 1, 2023 the Maximum Cal Fresh Allotment for a Household of 1 is $291. 
• If you are interested in adding nutritional foods to your budget, see if you qualify and apply online today!
• Apply here or at https://BenefitsCal.com

 

Pop Up Pantry

Spring 2024 dates for Main Campus & Castroville Education Center : 

January 25, February 8  & 22, March 7 & 21, April 4 & 18, and May 2 & 16. 

These Pantries run from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM or until supplies last.

The Main Campus Pop Up Pantry is held in Building C at the Office of Student Life. 

Spring 2024 dates for Soledad and King City Education Centers:

January 23, February 13 & 20, March 5 & 19, April 9 & 23, and May 7.

Soledad Education Center Pantry runs from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM or until supplies last.

King City Education Center Pantry runs from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM or until supplies last. 

• Pop-up Pantries occur throughout the semester and provide access to free produce, kitchen staples, and dry goods. 
• Food is donated by the Food Bank of Monterey County. 
• Pop-up Pantries are held on selected dates.
• To stay up to date, follow us on Instagram at hartnell_basicneeds or contact basicneeds@hartnell.edu for specific dates. 

 

Produce Truck "La Trokita"

Next Date: February 27, 2024.

• Produce truck is from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM. 
• Located on the Main Campus between Buildings C and N. 
• Free fresh produce distribution occurs throughout the semester and provides access to fruits and vegetables. 
• Produce is donated by the Food Bank of Monterey County.  
• The produce truck is held on selected dates monthly. 
• To stay up to date, follow us on Instagram at hartnell_basicneeds or contact  basicneeds@hartnell.edu for specific dates.  

Healthcare Coverage

• Monterey County Medi-Cal Project

FREE Healthcare Services 

• Clinical del Valle de Salinas Mobile Clinic 
  • Open exclusively to community members facing homelessness
• Salinas Valley Health Mobile Clinic
  • Open to all community members

Emergency Rental Assistance Program

• Rent and utility assistance to income-eligible individuals and families. 
• For more information visit: https://hartnellfoundation.org/emergency-rental-assistance-program/ or call: (831) 264-7338.

Crisis Counseling and Emotional Wellness Services

• Emotional support and counseling (therapy) sessions provided for all enrolled Hartnell students.
• Schedule an Appointment
• Located on the Main Campus,  Building D, Offices 123-127

Timely Care

• 24/7 access to mental health services + sessions with licensed psychiatrists
• Accessed through student dashboard

Suicide Prevention

• Suicide Prevention Service of the Central Coast
• Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
  • Dial 988

On Campus Resources

DSPS (Department of Supportive Programs & Services)

• • DSPS students have access to computers with assistive technologies such as: screen readers, voice recognition, note-taking and magnification software. Braille, large print and PDF also available.
  • Visit DSPS website for eligibility or for more information at: https://www.hartnell.edu/students/programs/dsps/registration.html

Library

• • All students are provided a 2 hour loan of calculators for math courses or laptops for zoom meetings, group projects or research for use while in the library.
  • Check with the Library Technician at the Circulation or Media Services desk. A signed laptop loan agreement must be on file for the student.  
  • For more information, please visit: https://www.hartnell.edu/library/borrowing-policies.html

Panther Learning Lab

• • Provides online tutoring for students with qualified student tutors in various academic areas.
  • Tutor Services Coordinator -- Frank Henderson 831-755-6738 or email fhenders@hartnell.edu.

Off Campus Resources

Loaves and Fishes

• • Provides low-cost bilingual computers and computer literacy classes to local low-income families.

SafeLink Wireless

• • Affordable Connectivity Program
    • The ACP is a federal government benefit program from the FCC aimed at ensuring connectivity to eligible households by covering some of the cost of mobile service (up to $30).

Wireless Internet Services

• • Monterey County maintains information about discounted and free wireless services on its website.

Alternative Transportation

• Bicycling
• Carpooling
• Walking

Monterey Salinas Transit (MST)

• Currently enrolled Hartnell College students are able to ride the MST FREE
  • Availalble any day, any time, any route.  
  • Student must present their valid digital student ID to the driver. 
  • Student digital CAT card must have a clear picture and state current semester of registration. 
• Digital access to MST is only available during Fall and Spring Semesters
• For MST access during the Summer semester please email basicneeds@hartnell.edu

211 Monterey County

Resource Referral: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in 170 languages. You can count on 211 for fast, free, confidential help whether you're looking for:

• Clothing
• Dental Care
• Disaster Relief & Recovery
• Food
• Health
• Housing & Utilities
• Job Training
• Mental Health Services
• Veteran's Assistance

Affordable Textbooks

• Guide on how to locate and access courses with affordable or zero cost textbook options.  

Lactation Spaces

Hartnell College strives to create an inclusive and welcoming space for all.  The College has identified several lactation spaces on campus for students and employees to use while breastfeeding or using a lactation pump on campus. These spaces are generally available Monday through Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Main Campus - Building J- Room 117 (J-117) & Building O Room 105 (O-105) 
• Alisal Center - Building C- Room 203 (C-203)
• King City Education Center  - KC - Room 132
• Soledad Education Center- SC - 115
• Castroville Education Center- CC-117

If you need help making arrangements to use these lactation locations or facilitating a different time or space for you to use on campus, please contact the Title IX Coordinator. 

kvalentine@hartnell.edu 

Student Parent Services and Resources

• Resources for students who are parents and need additional support in various areas. 
  • On Campus support
  • Off Campus support
  • State Programs: Women, Infants, and Children Program (WIC), the California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC), and the Young Child Tax Credit (YCTC)