Upcoming Events
CalFresh Application Assistance during the Wellness Festival
Join us during the Wellness Festival in partnership with Health Services on Thursday, April 11th from 11a - 2p to receive CalFresh application assistance from the County of San Diego. San Diego county workers will be on site to help students with their first time application, SAR 7 eligibility report (renewal), case escalation and to answer general eligibility questions about CalFresh. If you're intrested in receving assistance on that day, please swing by the clock tower or email us ahead of time at care@miracosta.edu.
Past Events
Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week
Join us for Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week to learn more about the issues and resources that address hunger and homelessness. Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week occurs Nationwide during November. The events organized by the CARE (Campus Assessment, Resources, & Education) team in collaboration with many Student Services Departments and off-campus community organizations to focus on advocacy, education, fundraising, resources, and service. Student attendees will be entered in multiple opportunity drawings for giftcards supporting basic needs as well as receive free swag and food! Students who attend six or more "opportunity drawing eligible" events will be entered into a grand opportunity drawing for a choice of one of the following: (1) $100 Albertson’s gift card, (1) $100 Walmart gift card, (1) $100 Uber gift card, (1) $100 gas card, OR 1-month bus pass, ($57.60) AND $40 Uber gift card.
For full event descriptions and details, check out this flyer. For questions and event updates, follow us on Instagram @miracostacare or email us at care@miracosta.edu.
Check out our Zoom backgroundsto download and use them during Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week. Don't forget to share screenshots of you using the backgrounds with us by tagging us on Instagram @miracostacare.
Monday, November 13
Oceanside Campus
Popcorn and Film Screening: "Pier Kids" (Trailer)
Location: Little Theater OC3601
Time: 3:30-5pm
RSVP to reserve your spot to attend in-person
Join us to watch "Pier Kids", a documentary that explores the lives of black, homeless, queer, and trans youth who call the NYC Christopher Street Pier their home. See (page 1-2) full event description.
Community Learning Center
Cook With Us: Food Demo
Location: Community Room CLC127
Time: 12-1:30pm
RSVP to reserve your spot to attend in-person. Only 25 spots available!
Join us to participate in a hands-on food demonstration where students will learn to create and enjoy multiple low-cook or no-cook dishes in a small or limited kitchen setting. See (page 3-4) full event description.
Tuesday, November 14
Oceanside Campus
Thrift Shop: FREE Clothing Distribution
Location: Aztlan A&B OC3400
Time: 10am-2pm
RSVP to attend in-person
Come “thrift” for FREE new or gently used clothing donated by faculty and staff. Clothing items available will include socks, coats, sweaters, and more! See (page 5-6) full event description.
Wednesday, November 15
Community Learning Center
CARE Free Food & Resource Market: Food Distribution
Location: Quad by CLC300
Time: 1-2pm
RSVP to reserve your spot to attend in-person
Join us at our food distribution to receive holiday-related dry goods and produce items sponsored by Feeding San Diego. See (page 7-8) full event description.
San Elijo Campus
Cook With Us: Food Demo
Location: Student Center Cafeteria SAN900
Time: 12-1:30pm
RSVP to reserve your spot to attend in-person. Only 25 spots available!
Join us to participate in a hands-on food demonstration where students will learn to create and enjoy multiple low-cook or no-cook dishes in a small or limited kitchen setting. See (page 9-10) full event description.
Thursday, November 16
Oceanside Campus
Self Sufficiency Workshop (Medi-Cal, CalFresh, CalWORKs)
Via Zoom, To Register
Time: 10:30am-12pm
Join us to learn and ask questions about public benefits such as Medi-Cal, CalFresh, and CalWORKs from the County of San Diego Health & Human Services Agency. See (page 11-12) full event description.
Tenant Rights Workshop
Location: RSVP here to reserve your spot to attend in-person in room OC4530 OR to register here to attend virtually on Zoom.
Time: 11am-12pm
Join us to learn from a California Rural Legal Assistance Attorney about education and advocacy tools to know your rights as tenant. See (page 13-14) full event description.
All About Credit Workshop
Location: RSVP here to reserve your spot to attend in-person in room OC2304 OR to register here to attend virtually on Zoom.
Time: 12-12:45pm
Join us to learn about credit reports, credit scores, and credit history, and discuss steps you can take to improve your credit score. See (page 17-18) full event description.
Budgeting Workshop
Location: RSVP hereto reserve your spot to attend in-person in room OC2304 OR to register here to attend virtually on Zoom.
Time: 1-1:45pm
Join us to learn how to manage your personal finances effectively and create a plan that provides stability for yourself and your loved ones. See (page 19-20) full event description.
Location: RSVP here to reserve your spot to attend in-person in room OC2304 OR to register here to attend virtually on Zoom.
Time: 2-2:45pm
Join us to learn how to take a holistic approach to personal finances and discuss
tips for budgeting and saving.
See (page 21-22) full event description
Community Learning Center
Cook With Us: Food Demo
Location: Community Room CLC127
Time: 12-1:30pm
RSVP to reserve your spot to attend in person. Only 25 spots available!
Join us to participate in a hands-on food demonstration where students will learn to create and enjoy multiple low-cook or no-cook dishes in a small or limited kitchen setting. See (page 15-16) full event description.
Friday, November 17
Oceanside Campus
Popcorn & Film Screenings: "Pier Kids" (Trailer) & "Hungry to Learn" (Trailer)
"Pier Kids"
Location: Oceanside Campus, Room 3103
Time: 12:30-2pm
RSVP to reserve your spot to attend in-person
Join us to watch "Pier Kids", a documentary that explores the lives of black, homeless, queer, and trans youth who call the NYC Christopher Street Pier their home. See (page 23-24) full event description.
"Hungry to Learn"
Location: Oceanside Campus, Room 3103
Time: 2-3:30pm
RSVP to reserve your spot to attend in person
"Hungry to Learn" follows four college students as they navigate their educational experience with basic needs insecurity. See (page 23-24) full event description.
Basic Needs Advocate Training - CANCELLED
Hyflex via Zoom & In-person OC3201
Time: 2-3:45pm
Saturday, November 18
Hunger & Homelessness Service Day - REGISTRATION FULL
Location: North County Food Bank (NCFB)
Time: 9am-12pm
Sign up to volunteer your time at the North County Food Bank to learn about food sustainability
and see how they facilitate food distributions across the county. To RSVP (20 spots
available), please email Service Learning at
servicelearning@miracosta.edu. Limited transportation available. See (page 25-26) full event description.
