Dear Partners of the UCSB Food Security and Basic Needs Taskforce,
This is the UCSB Thrive's weekly newletter for staff, faculty, student leaders, and community partners who are involved with food and security as well as other basic needs.
If you would like to suggest a topic for the next edition of this newsletter, use this google form.
We hope to continue keeping you updated and collaborating this Summer & upcoming Fall!
Sincerely,
UCSB Thrive
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The Green Initiative Funding Applications
Interested in getting funding from TGIF for your project but want feedback from the TGIF committee before submitting a full grant proposal?
Fast Track Funding Option for Request under $2000
TGIF is now accepting applications for Fast Track Funding (request under $2000).
Fall applications due October 25th.
You are in luck, submit a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) to Jewel Persad (jewel....@ucsb.edu) by November 8th!
Please see the template for the LOI.
Any student, staff, or faculty member of the University community can submit a project proposal to the TGIF Grants Making Committee. Generally, the committee awards $170,000 annually to projects.
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Sky Happiness Retreat
School can get tough, especially during midterm season.
Therefore, we want to encourage this event so students can learn how to boost their mental well-being & happiness.
This event will teach participants more about evidence-based breathwork & meditation!
Come spread love & wisdom with SKY!
When? 🗓️📌
1) Friday, October 25
Time? 6-9 PM ⏰
2) Saturday, October 26
Time? 4-7 PM ⏰
3) Sunday, October 27
Time? 4-7 PM ⏰
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CalFresh Awareness Week 🥑
Please encourage students to join us this week to learn more about CalFresh!
Did you know you have a 25% higher chance of receiving benefits if you apply with a CalFresh advocate?
Here at Basic Needs we Gaucho Back!
UCSB has the highest enrollment rate in the CalFresh program compared to other UCs.
So... what exactly is CalFresh?
Stay tuned for our events happening NEXT week!
Starting on October 27th.
When students are ready to apply, please promote that CalFresh Advocates are available to help them!
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The Colors of Resilience Art Exhibition and Rock Out The Vote 🎨🖼️
The FLA team invites you to their upcoming Colors of Resilience Art Exhibition & Rock Out the Vote Community Concert. Their art exhibition will feature anti-hate & pro-immigration artworks from six talented artists throughout the weekend!
When? 🗓️📌
1) October 25th
Time? 5-8 PM ⏰
2) October 26th-27th
Time? 10 AM-3 PM ⏰
Where? Santa Barbara Franklin Community Center 📍
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Día de Muertos, Celebracíon De La Gente
Dia de los Muertos is a celebration that captures the idea of unity between life and death, it is a synthesis of the indigenous Mesoamerican and Spanish conquistador traditions.
It is celebrated as a means of remembering loved ones and as a way to establish a sense of personal history.
The event will portray the cultural significance of this tradition through food, music, art, performances, spoken word, and an altar to allow community members to take part and celebrate the lives of those who have passed away.
When? Wednesday, October 30 🗓️📌
Time? 4-6 PM ⏰
Where? Student Resource Building 📍
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SB County Behavioral Wellness
Next week SB County Behavioral Wellness will be touring some basic needs spaces on campus and learning about resources available.
Please meet in front of the Food Security and Basic Needs Advising Center at 11:00 AM.
Event Reminders:
1) Fall Basic Needs All Partners Meeting
When? Thursday, October 31 🗓️📌
Time? 1 PM ⏰
Where? Between the UCEN and the Lagoon 📍
2) SB County Behavioral Wellness MHSA Presentation
This presentation will cover background on what the Department of Behavioral Wellness does, what MHSA is, and how it is used to fund behavioral health services in our County.
The main priority is to hear from staff on what kind of mental health services and resources we should be providing the community, what their needs are, and the needs of the community members you work with.
When? Tuesday, November 5 🗓️📌
Time? 11 AM ⏰
Where? Zoom 📍
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Fall Rental Fair 🍁🌰
Mark your calendar for these housing guides/fairs available to help make looking for housing easier!
Please encourage students to come speak to housing companies in IV and learn more about rental applications for the 2025-2026 school year.
Students can learn more about the amenities that apartments have & ask questions directly 📌
When? Friday, November 1 🗓️📌
Time? 1-4 PM ⏰
Where? Storke Plaza 📍 |
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Student Affairs Student Cabinet
The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs is accepting applications for the 2024-25 Student Affairs Student Cabinet (SASC), a unique leadership opportunity for students to get involved in student life and advocacy!
Selected members of the SASC will provide feedback on numerous policies and programs, discuss campus improvement, and utilize this platform to address student life, safety, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Note: The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships is offering SASC members a stipend of $300
Applications due on Sunday, November 3 before 11:59 PM
If students have questions, they can email tbon...@ucsb.edu
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University and Community Housing 2025-2026
Get ready for Housing 2025-2026.
Join UCSB Campus Housing on Zoom to learn everything you need to know about 2025-2026 for all things related to housing!
When? Wednesday, November 27 🗓️📌
Time? 5 PM ⏰
Where? Zoom 📍
Scan the QR code for details 📲
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#KnowYourResources 💡💡💡
This week we want to promote FREE services available to all students.
Housing Navigator Drop-in Hours 🏘️
If students are curious about housing security or need
help reading a lease or applying for housing next year please encourage them to drop by El Centro to have all their housing-related questions answered!
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♻️ Shoe Recycling Program ♻️
Donate athletic shoes at the Rec Cen! 👟
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ASK A QUESTION
Want more information? We've got you covered – just reply to this email!
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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