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ARC provides several areas on campus where students can access perishable and non-perishable food. We also supply grocery and gas gift cards to students in need.

CalFresh

CalFresh

CalFresh (formerly known as Food Stamps) is a nutrition program that helps students and their families buy healthy foods. Learn how to apply for CalFresh benefits.

Stay Healthy

Free Grocery Cards

Free Grocery Cards

Fill out our form for a free grocery gift card for currently enrolled American River College students experiencing financial hardship.

Get a Free Grocery Card

Nutritional Education Series

Nutritional Education Series

Learn how to maximize your grocery budget, make simple dishes on a budget, kitchen tips and tricks, plus receive free cookware and other kitchen tools.

Nutritional Education Series

Produce Distribution

Produce Distribution

The Beaver Cares Center offers walk-up produce distributions throughout the semester where currently-enrolled ARC students can pick up free fruits and vegetables.

See Produce Distribution Dates

ARC Hub

ARC Hub

ARC Hub is a free tool students can use to search for free or reduced-cost services like medical care, food, job training, and more.

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