The AVC Basic Needs Center will host Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week events Nov. 16–19, offering AVC students opportunities to connect with food, personal care essentials and support resources.

The four-day schedule includes activities focused on financial awareness, warm meals, fresh produce and everyday essentials.

Monday, Nov. 16 | 9–11 a.m.
Morning Sips & Money Tips
Student Lounge
Enjoy breakfast burritos and coffee, explore financial choices through the SPENT game, and learn about financial resources. A raffle will feature luggage with hygiene essentials.

Tuesday, Nov. 17 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Soup & Support
Cafeteria
Stop by for fresh soup, connect with support resources and take part in an awareness activity. Giveaways will include hand warmers, gloves and more.

Wednesday, Nov. 18 | 1–3 p.m.
Gather & Give
Cafeteria
AVC students can pick up a Thanksgiving meal to go while supplies last, learn about Basic Needs services and register for support. A cooking utensil raffle will also be held. This event is for AVC students only, and meals are to go.

Thursday, Nov. 19 | 10 a.m.–noon
Produce & Personal Care
Basic Needs Center, T-100
Pick up fresh produce, build a hygiene kit and receive a care bag for cold and flu season while supplies last.

Food and giveaway items are available while supplies last.