Fresh Success
Fresh Success is an employment and training program serving students living in Santa Clara or San Benito County, and are receiving or eligible to receive CalFresh (SNAP) benefits. Fresh Success serves a variety of students, including but not limited to those that are timed out of CalWORKs, low-income, Latinos, former Foster Youth, out of state and those that are half-time or less than half-time.
Services to eligible students may include:
- Textbook vouchers
- Up to $100/month in transportation assistance
- Up to $250 in PG&E assistance
- Up to $250 in vehicle repair assistance
- Rental assistance for up to one month’s rent
- Academic counseling
- Parking Permits
- Job readiness assistance
- Student support workshops
Minimum eligibility requirements include:
- Live in Santa Clara/San Benito County
- Are receiving or are eligible to receive CalFresh benefits - Apply for CalFresh Benefits here
- Are enrolled or planning to enroll at Gavilan College in approved majors/courses.
- Meet with Fresh Success staff for a full assessment to determine eligibility.
For more information contact
Olga Olvera
5055 Santa Teresa Blvd. Gilroy, CA 95020 in LI101A/B.
(Located within the CalWORKs Office)
PH#: (408) 852-2838
Email: oolvera@gavilan.edu