Basic Needs Hours of Operations and Events

All hours and office closures are subject to change.  Every possible effort will be made to provide the most up-to-date information.

The Basic Needs Center and Food Pantry will be closed in observance of all VCCCD District holiday closures.

Basic Needs Center

  • Monday 8:30am - 6:00pm
  • Tuesday 8:30am - 6:00pm
  • Wednesday 8:30am - 5:00pm
  • Thursday 8:30am - 5:00pm
  • Friday 8:30am - 12:00pm

Basic Needs Center & Food Pantry Hours

  • Monday 8:30am - 6:00pm
  • Tuesday 8:30am - 6:00pm*
  • Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
  • Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm*
  • Friday 8:30am - 12:00pm

*Closed for restocking from 2:30pm to 3:30pm

Basic Needs Services at VC East Campus, Santa Paula

  • Monday - 10:30am - 3:30pm
  • Tuesday - 2:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Wednesday - 2:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Thursday - 10:30am - 3:30pm

2024 Office Closures

  • August 8th – Flex Day

  • September 2nd - Labor Day

  • November 11th – Veteran’s Day

  • November 28th, 29th – Thanksgiving

  • December 24th – Christmas Eve

  • December 25th – Christmas

  • December 31st – New Year’s Eve

The Ventura College Basic Needs program took me in like family. They understood my needs as a student athlete. The BNC helped me with countless resources. I especially love the pantry. It’s stocked with everyday needs like fruits, vegetables, frozen foods, even laundry detergent. I knew that I could stop in and get a snack and a drink everyday. They also help with housing and showers and are always available to talk to students who have a lot on their shoulders. I am forever grateful for my family at the BNC.

Michael-Anthony Noulowe,
Ventura College Student and Athlete Transferred to Fort Valley State University

Michael Anthony Noulowe