List of low-cost resources by county. Includes low-cost utilities, transportation, museums, zoos, and more.
Campus Resources: Resources will vary by college. Be sure to check your school’s website or ask a staff member to find out if a certain resource is available at your campus.
Resource
Type of Support
Able-Bodied Adults without Dependents (ABAWD)
ABAWD Navigators provide support in employment and training, referring students to resources, and applying for food benefits.
Basic Food Employment and Training (BFET)
BFET office/staff support students in qualifying for basic food assistance, subsidized childcare, and identifying additional funding sources.
Counseling Services
Free academic, career, or personal counseling services.
Childcare/parent supports
Free or low-cost childcare or a referral to a community resource.
Workforce Education services
Funding for tuition, fees, parking, or a referral to a community resource.
Food pantry
Food pantries may be available on campus, or students may be referred to a local food bank.
Technology support center
Technology support or equipment loan, such as a laptop for schoolwork.
Veteran/Military Student Services
Veterans, active duty, and/or family members may be provided with resources such as tuition discounts, mentoring, advising, or referrals.
Multicultural Center/Office of Equity and Inclusion
Provides resources, programming and community for underrepresented students.
Disability Resource Center
Students with disabilities can request accommodations, such as accessible parking, sign language interpreting, and testing accommodations.
Financial Aid Office
Ask your financial aid office about additional sources of funding, including emergency funding or grants.
Scholarship Foundation
Many colleges have a foundation that fundraises for student scholarships. Applications will vary depending on the college.
Tutoring Services/Writing Center
One-on-one assistance or group tutoring.
WorkFirst Program
Provides employment, training, and other benefits for students who receive TANF
Worker Retraining Program
Supports students in retraining for a new job or career. Services include tuition assistance, educational advising and planning, and job search assistance.
Career Development: Resources to help you search and apply for employment.
Resource
Description
Faculty in your program
Your faculty have often worked in industry and are still connected to local/regional employers!
Campus Career Center
Your college may have an office or place on its website where you can seek support for building a resume, networking, and internship opportunities.
Resources include information about high-demand sectors in the region, career development resources, job boards for internships or full-time employment
Resources include skills workshops, job boards, hiring fairs, information about different sectors and occupations, and career assessment tools. Some colleges have a specific WorkSource office on campus.
There are 11 centers, each serving a different field. Many of the centers’ websites have job, internship, and apprenticeship boards, as well as industry-specific resources.
Community/Wellness Resources
Resource
Description
Emergency Services Phone Number
Dial 911 for situations requiring immediate assistance from police, fire, or ambulance.
Mental Health Crisis Support Phone Number
Dial 988 for situations requiring immediate assistance by phone from trained mental health counselors.
Social Services Support Phone Number
Dial 211 for social services and community resources like housing, food, and employment help.
LGBTQ+ Inclusive Crisis Phone Numbers
Trevor Project: Dial 1-866-488-7386, or text START to 678-678 Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988
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