Beaver Cares
Basic Needs Center
American River College is pleased to introduce the Beaver Cares Basic Needs Center, located on campus in the Welcome and Support Center. We offer a wide range of services including food assistance, housing resources, and more! The Beaver Cares team believes that any barrier to success that a student is experiencing is a "basic need" and we strive to address them all in-house or by referral.
Many students face various issues. To be intentional in meeting the basic needs of our students, the Beaver Cares Program provides one central location for our students in need.
The on-campus food pantry is completely free to all students.
On-Campus Food Pantry Guidelines:
- Must be actively enrolled at American River College for the current academic semester
- One student per household
- Each student can visit once a week
- Bring a reusable bag (if able)
The food pantry is meant to provide supplemental support to a student's weekly groceries.
Workshops and Life Skills Classes
These programs are brought to you by ARC and SCC that can improve all aspects of your life.
Money Matters Series
Money Matters is designed to help students develop a healthy financial lifestyle by learning and applying some of the key foundational concepts of financial literacy and well-being.
Nutritional Education Series
Learn how to maximize your grocery budget, make simple dishes on a budget, kitchen tips and tricks, plus receive free cookware and other kitchen tools.
Contact
Beaver Cares Office Number:
(916) 484-4510
Beaver Cares Email:
arcbeavercares@arc.losrios.edu
Hours
- Monday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Tuesday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Friday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
(Virtual-only on Fridays during summer, May 31 to August 2.)
Friday Zoom Link
Food Pantry Hours
- Monday - Friday
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
(Virtual-only on Fridays during summer, May 31 to August 2.)
Location
Need extra money for groceries? CalFresh can give you more money to buy food.