Chico State Basic Needs Project
Our Office

Basic Needs Center Hours
Student Services Center, Room 190
Winter break hours
December 30th - January 17th
8 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Monday-Friday

Pantry Hours
Student Services Center, Room 196
Winter break hours
January 6th - January 17th
10:30 a.m - 2:00 p.m
Monday-Friday

Mailing Address
Chico State Basic Needs Project
400 W. First St.
Chico, CA 95929-0107

Donate to the Hungry Wildcat Food Pantry Fund(opens in new window)

Donate to the Chico State Cares Annual Fund(opens in new window)
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Apply for Basic Needs Services

If you answer yes to any of these questions, please fill out our application for assistance and book an appointment with a Case Manager.

  • Do you ever eat less than you feel you should because there isn’t enough money for food?
  • Is the electric, gas, oil, or water company threatening to shut off your services in your home?
  • Are you worried that you may not have stable housing in the next 2 months?
  • Do problems with childcare make it difficult for you to work or study?
  • Do you need to see a doctor but can’t because of cost?
  • Are you worried about food, housing, or finances, and it is affecting your academic performance?