College of the Canyons receives $850k federal grant for student support center

Representative George Whitesides announced an $850,000 federal investment for the College of the Canyons Student Basic Needs Center (BaNC). The funding will be used to renovate and expand the center, allowing it to serve more students through access to food and community resources. The BaNC currently provides students from the Santa Clarita Community College District with services like food bank access and meal vouchers.

The federal investment increases the capacity of the College of the Canyons to provide essential services to students. The expansion will enlarge the facility and extend cold and fresh food service storage areas, increasing the availability of fresh fruit, vegetables, and dairy for students.