Students will be required to sign in with their ID card each time they visit the Basic Needs Center.

Students are allowed 1 snack & drink per day.

Bag of food:  As of July 1st we will no longer offer a bag of food each month. If you need further assistance with food contact the Basic Needs Coordinator.

Note on Housing:  At this time Merced College Basic Needs does not provide financial assistance for housing.  Please see the Main Campus page on housing assistance.

Get Help

Robert Hollenbeck
Student Services Assistant/Basic Needs
Phone: (209) 386-6722
or [email protected]

Pantry Hours

Los Banos Campus (Building A, Room #120)

Days Hours
Monday-Thursday 9:00am-2:00pm
Friday Closed
Saturday & Sunday Closed
* Hours are subject to change