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Student Basic Needs Center (SBNC)
Welcome to the Student Basic Needs Center (SBNC) at PCC! The SBNC combines the programs and services of the Panther Pantry, the Basic Needs Hub and BNSL Student Leadership in an expanded and redesigned model that provides not just food, but meaningful access to resources, support, and community connection. The SBNC is rooted in our core mission to address student basic needs insecurity and also provides a welcoming and accessible space to access peer-to-peer support, build skills, share knowledge, and connect in community.
Resources Available at PCC
PCC offers a wide variety of resources designed to support your basic needs, helping you focus on achieving your personal, academic, and professional goals. If you are not sure where to start or if you would like help finding support for a specific concern, please reach out to us. We are here and ready to help! Just drop by any of our campus Student Basic Needs Resource Centers or send us a message at basicneeds@pcc.edu
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Health and hygiene
- Dental clinic
- Multnomah County Mobile Medical Clinic
- Get help applying for and navigating the Oregon Health Plan at a Basic Needs Hub
- Free hygiene supplies at Panther Pantries and resource centers
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Financial
- Jobs on campus
- STEP (extra help for SNAP clients)
- Scholarships
- Financial aid
- Urgent Student Need Funds
- Get help applying for utility assistance programs at a Basic Needs Hub
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Childcare and parenting
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Transportation
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Mental health and wellbeing
SBNC locations, hours and contact information
Looking to connect? Feel free to drop by any one of our campus locations or email us at basicneeds@pcc.edu.
SBNC programs and services