How can we help?
Complete the Student Interest Form and tell us what services you want more information about. One of our staff will reach out to you with help.
Our Services
We offer both in person and online assistance to all Ventura College students.
The Basic Needs Center provides students with the following services:
- CalFresh Application Assistance
- Food Pantry
- Housing Referrals
- Transportation Assistance - Free bus rides for VC students!
- VC Student Emergency Grant (VCSEG)
- Services for Homeless Students
- Mental Health and Wellness Referrals
Meet Our Staff
Maria Crisosto Calderon
Basic Needs Specialist
vcbasicneeds@vcccd.edu I (805) 289-6583
Alina Leos
Basic Needs Staff
alina_leos1@vcccd.edu | (805) 289-6583
Ann Nelson
Administrative Assistant
anelson@vcccd.edu I (805) 289-6123
Alma Rodriguez
Basic Needs Center Supervisor/Financial Aid Officer
arodriguez@vcccd.edu I (805) 289-6360