Fwd: IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: Basic Needs Childcare Grant Available & Protect Your EBT Benefits

[Undergrad Advising Global Studies]

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Date: Fri, Sep 12, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Subject: IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: Basic Needs Childcare Grant Available & Protect Your EBT Benefits
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Parenting Students: Get Support for Childcare expenses! The new Basic Needs Childcare Grant is available to help parenting students, either Graduate or Undergraduate, cover childcare costs during their enrollment at UCSB. You could receive up to $1,000 per quarter (or $3,000 for the academic year) based on your childcare expenses.  If you’ve submitted a 25-26 FAFSA or CADAA, you're automatically considered for the Basic Needs Childcare Grant—no extra forms needed!  Not eligible to submit a FAFSA or CADAA? No worries! Simply apply through our quick Google Form. We will work with Financial Aid to determine your eligibility. Don’t miss out—apply now to be considered for childcare expenses support!  Students Paid Status must be SET with the Barc office to be eligible for this award. If you have any questions regarding your account balance, please contact barc...@bfs.ucsb.edu. This resource is made possible with support from the Student Fee Advisory Committee.   FAQs:  If I received the AS Child Grant can I still receive this grant?  Yes. Would the maximum per quarter vary depending on how many dependents there are?  Yes, if someone has more children they may be eligible for more support. Students will be reviewed on a case by case basis. What is the maximum award amount?  The maximum award is $1,000 per quarter or $3,000 for the academic year. Awards issued will be based on actual child care expenses. How can I apply as an international student? Through the Google Form application or the QR code on the Basic Needs Childcare Grant flyer.  The link can also be found here:  https://forms.gle/wQvxGDTxnPAB419z7 Do I need any specific documents for the Google Form application?  No. If you have any other questions please email:  basic...@sa.ucsb.edu  🚨 Protect Your EBT Benefits! 🚨 The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) has become aware of a third-party mobile app in the Apple iOS App Store called “Ebt edge – food stamps.” ⚠️This app mimics the official, state supported FIS ebtEDGE Mobile App and charges users $4.99 weekly or $60 for lifetime access. ✅ California will NEVER charge for the use of the official EBT app. Screenshot of third-party mobile app Ebt edge – food stamps app: Screenshot of the official, state-supported FIS ebtEDGE app: Concerns about your Calfresh benefits? Email Thrive: Basic Needs at UCSB at sa-bas...@ucsb.edu. Thrive - Basic Needs at UCSB @ucsbthrive  ASK A QUESTION Want more information? We've got you covered – just reply to this email! TALK TO AN ADVOCATE The Basic Needs Advocates are available to connect you to more resources on campus and in the local community. Get in touch online or in-person! VISIT OUR WEBSITE The basicneeds.ucsb.edu site acts as a central hub for all things relating to basic needs at UCSB. It is regularly updated with information on critical resources, and you can use our virtual chat feature to get one-on-one advising with a peer advocate!

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Global Studies Undergraduate Advising Team

Meghan Zero + Taylor Ross + Undergraduate Peer Advisors

Email: global-...@ucsb.edu|Appointment info here  

Phone: (805) 893-7860

See this page for full contact info