Immediate Food Resources
You may not receive CalFresh benefits for about a month after you apply due to processing but there are on-campus and SLO county food resources available to you.
Moved out of SLO for the time being? Scroll down to find resources available in your county.
CAL POLY FOOD PANTRY
The Food Pantry is a part of the Cal Poly Hunger Program which ensures that all students have access to nutritious meals every day in order to stay focused on their success at Cal Poly.
Availability
Monday to Friday 8:30am–5pm
Location
Lower Level of Health Center
FOOD BANK DISTRIBUTION
The Food Bank Coalition is here to help those who face hunger in San Luis Obispo County. They believe that everyone has the right to nutritious food and that with a reliable supply of wholesome food, we all are healthier, happier and more productive members of our communities.
Availability
4th Tuesday of every month
3:30pm - 5:30pm
Location
Cal Poly @ Mott Lawn
on S. Perimeter and Tahoe Rd.
Contact
(805) 756–2472
deanofstudents@calpoly.edu
Location
Dean of Students, Building 81
MEAL VOUCHERS
Meal vouchers are available to students experiencing a short-term financial need. Students can apply to get 2 meals a week at 805 Kitchen (an all-you-care-to-eat restaurant). Those who are living or taking class on campus will be given priority.
contact
Website: basicneeds.calpoly.edu
Currently enrolled? Learn more about applying for a Cal Poly Cares grant.
Cal Poly Basic Needs
Cal Poly's Basic Needs Initiative seeks to ensure that all students have access to the resources needed to focus on education and success at Cal Poly. Learn more about more on-campus basic needs resources available to students.