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05/29/2026
Summer Jag Kitchen To-Go Dates!
Monday June 1st
Monday July 6th
Monday August 3rd
SWC Chula Vista Parking Lot “O”
From 8 AM to 10 AM
Please use this link or QR code to register https://forms.gle/DgA8iWZog8pfVXWSA
05/03/2026
May is CalFresh Food Awareness Month 🍊🙌🌱🥑
If you have never heard of CalFresh Food this is a great opportunity to learn how you can receive free monthly food benefits! Most students who qualify do not apply, don’t miss this chance to talk to a San Diego County Specialist ✨
Email us for any questions: [email protected]
04/22/2026
Children’s Day at SWC
Monday, April 27th
Time: 10 AM to 12 PM
Location: Student Union Patio
Join us for FREE resources that can help you and your family!
🍏Fresh Produce
🍕Snacks & pizza
🐥Baby Diapers & Wipes
🎽Kids Clothing
🎈Fun Activities & More!
03/23/2026
Catalina and Paola at the Nutrition Awareness Month event @ SWC Cares ✨😃
03/01/2026
Food Pantry and Cares Closet March 2026 Hours:
Monday from 1 pm to 5 pm
Tuesday from 9 am to 12 pm and 1 pm to 5 pm
Wednesday from 1 pm to 4 pm
Thursday from 1 pm to 4 pm
Friday from 9 am to 12 pm
Location: SWC Chula Vista Building 67-172
FREE SNACKS - PANTRY ITEMS - FRESH PRODUCE - HYGIENE- CLOTHING- BABY DIAPERS
The CARES Closet at Southwestern College is here to support you 💛
📅 February 2026 Hours:
Monday: 1 PM – 5 PM
Tuesday: 9 AM – 12 PM & 1 PM – 5 PM
Wednesday: 1 PM – 5 PM
Thursday: 1 PM – 5 PM
Friday: 9 AM – 12 PM
📍Location: SWC Chula Vista – Building 67-172
Students can select up to 10 free clothing items per semester.
Stop by for support — whether you need an interview outfit, warmer clothes, or just essentials for your family. We’re here for you ☺️
SWCStudents
02/10/2026
CONCHAS & HORCHATA ✨
SCHOLARSHIP INFO HAPPENING RIGHT NOW
IN FRONT OF STUDENT UNION 💛
11am-1pm
02/02/2026
The SWC Cares Emergency Grant application period will be from February 17th (12pm) - May 8th (12pm)
Who can apply?
Students at risk of dropping out of college due to unexpected financial emergencies. All students
- credit, non-credit, domestic, international, or undocumented - are eligible to apply.
Criteria to qualify
Currently attending classes at Southwestern College,
Must be facing an unexpected financial emergency, and must submit a complete application-with documentation related to your financial emergency
After applying
You will be notified of your SWC Cares Emergency grant status via your school email.
Important note
If a student receives the maximum amount of $500 in one semester, the student is not eligible to apply for the grant in future semesters.
02/02/2026
San Diego County Virtual Hours for Spring 2026!
Join our virtual hours with the County of San Diego and learn how you could receive up to $298 per month in free food benefits.
Join us on zoom by using this link:
swccd-edu.zoom.us/j/2798016417
or by scanning the QR code in the flier
From: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
3rd Wednesday of the Month!
Wednesday, February 18th
Wednesday, March 18th
Wednesday, April 15th
Wednesday, May 20th
If you have any questions about the application process, eligibility, requirements, or more please don’t miss the opportunity to chat or apply with us!
