Community Resources
The following are free online services and a few of the community resources available in San Luis Obispo County.
CalFresh is a free nutrition assistance program that gives an average of $204 per month to eligible students to help buy groceries! CalFresh dollars come to you in the form of an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card which looks similar to a debit card and can be used at many grocery stores and farmers’ markets. Find out your eligibility and apply for CalFresh today by visiting www.calfreshcalpoly.org to schedule an appointment at a time that works for you!
SLO Food Bank and its community partners offer free and nutritious food across SLO county. For information on food distributions, meals, pantry sites, and more visit SLO Food Bank.
211 San Luis Obispo County provides trained specialists who help find resources in the community that can support the needs of each individual. Support is available 24/7! Dial 211, Text 211-211, or visit 211 Online.
805 Immigrant | Central Coast Immigrant Rights Coalition unites organizations to educate and organize immigrants and allies, and to advocate for human and just policies that advance the rights of all immigrants.
The Central Coast Coalition for Undocumented Student Success strives to support the undocumented community of the Central Coast. They serve Northern Santa Barbara county and San Luis Obispo county students, educators, family members, and allies.
Community Counseling Center provides short-term, low-cost, professional counseling for individuals, couples and families who would not otherwise be able to afford it. Most clients have no insurance and a low to moderate income.
Immigrants Rising offers Virtual Wellness Gatherings for Undocumented young people to help them stay grounded and connected to one another during these challenging times. For times and days, visit Immigrant's Rising Wellness Gatherings.
Lumina Alliance is a non-profit organization that provides services for survivors of sexual and domestic violence in San Luis Obispo County.
Transitions Mental Health has numerous services for community members. Check out their monthly calendars to see what is happening at their wellness centers: Wellness Calendars
Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights' mission is to achieve a just society fully inclusive of immigrants. They offer a toll-free Immigrant Assistant Line available Monday-Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Call 888-624-4752.
They can answer your questions about:
- Know-your-rights issues
- Health care for all
- DACA
- AB60 drivers’ licenses
- Citizenship process
- Financial literacy
- Rent relief
- Prop 47 (reduced penalties for some crimes)
- Immigration fraud
- Disaster Relief Assistance for Immigrants
National Immigration Legal Services Directory helps individuals locate immigration legal service providers by state, county, or detention facility. Only nonprofit organizations that provide free or low-cost immigration legal services are included in this directory.
UFW Foundation offers FREE immigration legal services to ALL students, staff and faculty. All consultations are completely confidential. Appointments are over Zoom. Make an appointment today!
Services include:
- DACA Renewals
- Naturalization Process
- Family Petitions
- Adjustment Status
- Visas (U, T, Special Immigrant Juvenile)
- Immigration Consultations and more!
Virtual Appointments are Available:
- Every 1st Wednesday and 3rd Tuesday of the month
- Availability is 9:00am - 5:00pm
- If you're having issues making the appointment, call UFW at (805) 246-3867
