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Welcome to the Basic Needs Department
At Las Positas College!

At the Basic Needs Department, we believe that student success and retention start with basic needs. We seek to normalize access to nutritious food by distributing free groceries on campus. We also provide safe spaces to navigate campus and community resources through our resource navigation services. Additionally, we offer tangible support to students impacted by homelessness and food insecurity through our Housing Justice Scholars and Food Justice Scholars programs. We invite you to explore our resources using the links below.


Explore Our Resources
Resource
Navigation Services       Food
Resources      Campus
& Community Resources

Notice Of Winter 2026 Closure

About Us

Our Mission:

The Basic Needs Department at Las Positas College is committed to providing comprehensive basic needs services that support students' access to food, housing, childcare, transportation, clothing, healthcare, and educational expenses; empowering them to stay focused on their goals, achieve academic success, and thrive in all aspects of life.

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Please note that the Mini Market will be closed for the entire day on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, due to the February Town Hall Meeting and LPC Staff Wellness Fair.

Normal operations will resume the following business day. Thank you for your understanding.

Basic Needs Assistance

Our team can connect students facing food, housing, or financial crises to available resources and support.

To request a one-on-one Resource Navigation Appointment, please fill out this form.

Assistance Request Form

For more information, please contact:

Paul Simpson
Student Resources Program Manager
psimpson@laspositascollege.edu

lpc-basicneeds@laspositascollege.edu

Building 1600, First Floor Room 1643

Office Hours 

Monday   
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Tuesday   
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Wednesday
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Thursday 
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Friday     
10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Mini Market Hours

Monday                         
Closed for Restocking
Tuesday                           
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Wednesday                   
Closed for Restocking in the am, Open from 12:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Thursday                         
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Friday                                          
10:00 am – 12:00 pm

We are closed between 12:00 and 12:30 pm for lunch