The federal government shutdown has created uncertainty and stress for students who rely on SNAP\/EBT and other public assistance programs. Long Beach City College is here to support you.<\/p>\n
Our goal is to keep you informed with the latest updates and connect you to food resources available on campus. During this challenging time, we remain committed to ensuring that students have access to essential support, food security, and a sense of community. You are not facing this alone; LBCC is here to help!<\/p>\n
LBCC Resources<\/p>\n
LBCC Support –\u00a0We are developing additional services to support students affected by these delays. Please check back to this page for updates.<\/p>\n
Viking Vault<\/p>\n
We have expanded services at both Viking Vault<\/a> locations, including increased food options and food cards for students directly impacted by suspended SNAP benefits.<\/p>\n \tLiberal Arts Campus (LAC): Building B, Room B-103 – Open Monday thru Thursday, from 9 a.m. \u2013 4 p.m. Please note: Although the Viking Vault will continue serving students at both campuses, there will be no Mobile Food Pantry at TTC in November and December.<\/p>\n Sign Up for Direct Aid for Free Food Support<\/p>\n LBCC\u2019s Office of Basic Needs has created a form<\/a> for students interested in receiving direct aid for free food support. Please click here to complete the form<\/a> and learn more about available assistance.<\/p>\n Community & External Resource<\/p>\n Long Beach Events November 2025<\/p>\n Food Finders \u2013 Community Marketplace<\/p>\n \tLocation: 2125 Santa Fe Ave., Long Beach, CA 90810 Receive free perishable and non-perishable food. Open to students and the community.<\/p>\n LONG BEACH 7TH GROCERY OUTLET Bargain Market<\/p>\n Together We Give Thanksgiving Community Event<\/p>\n \tLocation: 1340 E. 7th Street, Long Beach, CA 90813 Enjoy a free community celebration with vouchers, music, a DJ, family activities, line dancing, and special guests. All are welcome.<\/p>\n Camp Fire DeForest Food Bank<\/p>\n \tLocation: 6255 DeForest Ave, Long Beach, CA 90805 No one should have to worry about putting food on the table this season. Thanks to the Volunteer Center South Bay\/Harbor\/Long Beach, free food bags will be available for neighbors in need. Limited spots available. Registration required.<\/a><\/p>\n Long Beach Recurring Resources<\/p>\n Long Beach Community Table \u2013 Food Bank<\/p>\n \tLocation: 3311 E. 59th St, Long Beach, CA 90805 \t\t\tTuesdays: 5:30 PM \u2013 7:00 PM Lutheran Social Services \u2013 Food Bank<\/p>\n \tLocation: 1611 Pine Ave, Long Beach, CA 90813 Everytable Grab-and-Go Meals<\/p>\n \tLocation: The LGBTQ Center Long Beach 2017 E. 4th Street, Long Beach, CA 90814 50 pre-packaged meals available each week. First come, first served. Limit one meal per person. For questions, contact: (562) 434-4455 or info@centerlb.org<\/a><\/p>\n Long Beach Poly Food Pantry<\/p>\n \tLocation: Long Beach Poly \u2013 Food Pantry Pick-Up Sites, 1600 Atlantic Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90813 Volunteer Center \u2013 Long Beach Pantry<\/p>\n \tLocation: 1407 E. 4th Street, Long Beach, CA 90802 For questions, contact: (562) 900-0244 or www.volcenter.org<\/a><\/p>\n Christian Outreach in Action \u2013 Food Bank & Pantry<\/p>\n \tLocation: 515 E. 3rd St, Long Beach, CA 90802 For questions, contact: (562) 432-1440 or www.coalonobeach.org<\/a><\/p>\n Grocery Help LHF<\/p>\n \tLocation: Hudson Park, 2335 Webster Ave, Long Beach, CA 90810 For questions, contact: (562) 820-2208<\/p>\n Additional Food Pantry Locators<\/p>\n Food Pantry Locator<\/p>\n \u201cFood Now\u201d \u2014 Connect to free groceries or hot meals near you.<\/p>\n Find a Food Pantry<\/a><\/p>\n Emergency Food Helpline: 510-635-3663 California Association of Food Banks<\/p>\n Locate food banks across different counties.<\/p>\n California Association of Food Banks<\/a><\/p>\n Resource Finder: Find Help<\/p>\n Locate food, housing, transportation, health, financial, education, work, and legal services based on your ZIP code.<\/p>\n Find Help \u2013 Long Beach<\/a><\/p>\n LA Regional Food Bank<\/p>\n Countywide pantry finder. Use the locator to search by ZIP code for pantries and meal sites anywhere in L.A. County.<\/p>\n Los Angeles Regional Food Bank<\/a><\/p>\n Food Distribution Addresses & Contact Information<\/p>\n \tCatholic Charities: 123 E, 14th Street, Long Beach, CA 90813 (213) 251-3432 Join our CalWORKs Canvas: (CANVAS login required) https:\/\/lbcc.instructure.com\/enroll\/KBCWC4<\/a><\/p>\n In-Language Fliers from LA County Department of Public Social Services<\/p>\n Federal Shutdown 2025 Flyer CFNP- English<\/a> FAQs<\/p>\n Why are November CalFresh benefits delayed?<\/p>\n CalFresh benefits are delayed due to the federal government shutdown. You can continue using your existing CalFresh benefits on your EBT card as usual.<\/p>\n When will I receive benefits on my EBT card?<\/p>\n Due to recent court rulings, funding will be available to provide at least some CalFresh benefits for November. At this time, the amount of benefits or when they will be added to your EBT card is unknown, as the state is still waiting for instructions from the federal government. Once USDA sends this necessary information, California will work to get benefits out as quickly as possible.<\/p>\n Will I be able to use the CalFresh benefits on my EBT card in November 2025?<\/p>\n CalFresh benefits on your EBT card from past months can be used as usual through the federal government shutdown.<\/p>\n What if I am due to complete my SAR 7 or renew my CalFresh benefits in November and I haven\u2019t sent in my completed forms yet?<\/p>\n Please continue to submit all required forms and your recertification as normal. However, there may be processing delays due to the continued federal government shutdown.<\/p>\n Can I still apply for new CalFresh benefits in November?<\/p>\n Yes. You can apply for CalFresh benefits online at www.benefitscal.com<\/a>, by phone at 1-877-847-3663, or in person at your local county social services office. For more information, visit www.benefitscal.com<\/a>. Because of the federal government\u2019s shutdown and its failure to provide additional funding, your benefits may be delayed.<\/p>\n Are county social services offices still open?<\/p>\n Yes. County social services offices are still open. You can go in person, or you can call 1-877-847-3663.<\/p>\n Where can I find additional food resources in my community?<\/p>\n You can get free food from your local food bank. There are food banks across California that give free food to people in their communities. To find a food bank, visit www.cafoodbanks.org\/find-food<\/a>. Please note that food banks may be busier than usual. Call 211 for help finding community resources.<\/p>\n Are CalWORKs benefits also at risk?<\/p>\n Currently, the state is expected to be able to fund CalWORKs benefits for November 2025.<\/p>\n
\n\tTrades, Technology, and Community Learning Campus (TTC): Building GG, Cafeteria –\u00a0Open Tuesday thru Thursday, from 9 a.m. \u2013 4 p.m.<\/p>\n
\n\tDates: October 25, November 1, November 8, November 15, November 22, December 6, December 13, December 20
\n\tTime: 9:00 AM \u2013 11:00 AM<\/p>\n
\n\tDate: Sunday, November 16, 2025
\n\tTime: 12:00 PM \u2013 3:00 PM<\/p>\n
\n\tDate: November 22, 2025
\n\tTime: 11:30 AM \u2013 12:00 PM<\/p>\n
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\n\t\t\tWednesdays: 5:30 PM \u2013 7:00 PM
\n\t\t\tFridays: 12:00 PM \u2013 4:00 PM
\n\t\t\tSaturdays: 12:00 PM \u2013 2:00 PM<\/p>\n
\n\tDates\/Time: Monday\u2013Thursday, 10:00 AM \u2013 2:00 PM<\/p>\n
\n\tDates\/Time: Wednesdays, 1:00 PM \u2013 4:00 PM (while supplies last)<\/p>\n
\n\tDates\/Time: Wednesdays & Fridays, 2:00 PM \u2013 3:25 PM (Jackrabbit Lane Entrance), 3:35 PM \u2013 4:00 PM (Breezeway Gate)<\/p>\n
\n\tDates\/Time: Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:00 AM \u2013 12:00 PM<\/p>\n
\n\tDates\/Time: Mondays thru Fridays, :0:00 AM \u2013 12:00 PM<\/p>\n
\n\tDates\/Time: Wednesdays, 1:30 AM \u2013 1:00 PM (while supplies last)<\/p>\n
Hours: Monday\u2013Friday, 9 AM\u20134 PM<\/p>\n
\n\tChristian Outreach in Action: 515 East 3rd Street, Long Beach, CA 90802 (562) 432-1440
\n\tLong Beach Rescue Mission: 1335 Pacific Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90813 (562) 591-1292
\n\tLutheran Social Services: 16I| Pine Street, Long Beach, CA 90813 (562) 599-1321
\n\tSalvation Army: 3092 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90807 (562) 247-3525
\n\tSt Francis Center: St. Matthew Church, 627 Temple ave 8 7th st (562) 599-6474
\n\tSt. Gregory\u2019s Church: 6201 Willow Street, Long Beach, CA 908I5 (562) 420-1311
\n\tUrban Community Outreach Drop-In-Center: 241 Cedar Ave., Long Beach, CA 90802 (562) 582-100
\n\tLB Food not Bombs: 381 De Forest Avenue, Long Beach CA 90813 @|bfoodnotbombs
\n\tLight B Life Christian Fellowship: 5951 Downey Ave, Long Beach, CA 90805 (562) 630-6074
\n\tWomen in Action: 85LE. Via Carmelites, Long Beach, CA 90805 City Heart: 245
\n\tThe Promenade N Ste 100, Long Beach, CA 90802 (562) 704-9585
\n\tLong Beach Community Table: 3311 E 59th St, Long Beach, CA 90805 (562) 548-0774
\n\tCommunity Food Hub Z Food Finders: 10539
\n\tHumbolt St, Los Alamitos, CA 90720 (S62) 283-1400
\n\tCrossroads Church: 1900 E South St, Long Beach, CA 90805 (562) 428-46l|
\n\tOwn It Today: 4835 E Anaheim St Ste 306, Long Beach, CA 90804 (949) 309-6803
\n\tPools of Hope: 6801 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90805 (310) 537-2224
\n\tDowntown LB Food Distro: 200 W Broadway, Long Beach, CA 90802 @careculturecollab_b
\n\tLB Community Table Open Pantry: 3311 E 59th St, Long Beach, 90805
\n\tHomebound delivery Saturday and Sunday; email LBCTHomebound@gmail.com)
\n\tLong Beach Center of Economic Inclusion: 6509 Gundry Ave. Long Beach, CA 90805 (562) 336-1833
\n\tChurch One Ministries: 700 70th St. Long Beach, CA 90805 (562) 633-2515
\n\tGrant A.M.E, Church: 1129 Alamitos Ave. Long Beach, CA 90813 (562) 437-1567
\n\tThe Volunteer Center: 1407 E. 4th Street, Long Beach, CA 90802 562-590-8844<\/p>\n
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