Welcome to the Bulldog Essentials!
Spring 2026 Announcements:
The Spring Intake Form will reopen January 12th for Spring 2026 enrolled students. The intake will close on May 8th in preparation for summer session.
Bulldog Essentials is Here for You!
The Bulldog Essentials at Allan Hancock College focuses on retention and academic success by connecting students with on-campus and community resources concerning clothing, childcare, food, hygiene, health, technology support, school supplies, shelter resources, and more.
Our goal is to create sustainable support systems that empower students to access the resources they need to succeed academically and personally.
Updates about the intake form:
Spring-enrolled students can complete the Bulldog Essentials Intake Form to be considered for services beginning January 12th, 2026, and May 8th, 2026. Please note: we can only provide services to enrolled students.
BULLDOG ESSENTIALS INTAKE FORM
Food & Physical Wellness Resources
In Building J-100 and J-101, our program provides students with fresh food, CalFresh support, free clothing, and hygiene resources. Visit Building J to learn more!
The campus community can now request a classroom, group, or club presentation for students. Help us raise awareness about Bulldog Essentials amongst all students!
REQUEST A PRESENTATION
Bulldog Essentials- Contact Information
Bulldog Essentials, Building A-209
(805) 922-6966 ext. 3927
basicneeds@hancockcollege.edu
Spring Hours
Santa Maria Campus: Building A-209
- Monday – Tuesday: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Wednesday – Thursday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Friday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Food Pantry (J-100)
- Monday – Tuesday: 12 – 6 p.m.
- Wednesday: 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
- Thursdays: 12 - 4:30 pm
- Friday: Closed
Clothing Closet (J-101)
- Monday – Tuesday: 12 – 3 p.m.
- Wednesday & Thursday: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Friday: closed
