Thrive Project-Basic Needs Grant
The Basic Needs Grant was awarded to Doña Ana Community College from the U.S. Department of Education to assist students with their basic needs. AVANZA is mindful that when a student worries about their important personal needs (food insecurity, technology access, rent, transportation) their academic goals may become less of a priority. By addressing these personal barriers and providing proper resources- it is in the hopes that it may increase retention and allow students to stay enrolled. The funding for this grant is distributed in multiple avenues as outlined below. We encourage you to reach out to AVANZA to see what resources you may qualify for.
*For this specific funding you must be a U.S. Citizen, or an eligible non-citizen eligible for Title IV aid but other funding may be available
If you are unsure if you qualify for this funding or have questions please email AVANZA for direct support
Programs
Career Closet
Career Closet provides professional dress clothing for interviews, job fairs, and any other event to make a positive first impression
Requirements
Complete two qualifying tasks to get professional clothing:
1. Create a VitaNavis Profile, Access Code: NMSUDACC-explore
2. At least one of the following:
- Meet with an AVANZA, Career Services, or Excelencia staff member
- Attend a qualifying workshop
- Create a Career Coach account
- Join Handshake
- Other qualifying career development activity
Once you've completed the above email, Career Closet to arrange to pick up
Comfort Casita
Together We End Hunger!
DACC's in-house food pantry provides free supplementary food assistance to DACC students, staff, and faculty. This food is intended to lessen the burden of the growing economic challenges our community faces. We hope this food will support our student retention, academic success, and overall well-being.
Main Location: Espina Campus DASH 109B
Summer Hours:
Tuesday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Thursday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Micro Casitas are available at every AVANZA office to arrange a pickup, Contact AVANZA staff
Funding is sponsored by the US Department of Education, the ECMC Project Success, and community donors
Emergency Aid Program
Emergency Aid Program – UnavailableDue to the end of grant funding, the Avanza Emergency Aid Program is no longer available at this time. While this program has concluded, Avanza continues to offer other resources and support services to assist students.
Students are encouraged to reach out to the Avanza team to discuss alternative resources and referrals.
Technology Loaner Program
The Basic Needs Grant has dedicated funding to assist students with the tools necessary to successfully complete their semester and beyond. The Basic Needs Grant has identified technology and internet access as tools for students to connect with resources, complete assignments and access instructional materials.
Technology will be loaned on a per-semester basis and must be returned one week after the last day of classes. If a student withdrawals at any time during the semester, the student is required to return the technology within one week of the date of withdrawal from DACC. If a student needs a loaner for continuous semesters, they must sign a new agreement for each semester.
Loaner Technology becomes available one week before the start of each semester. Technology is limited and available on a first-come come first serve basis.
Qualifications:
1. You must be a U.S. Citizen or an eligible non-citizen eligible for Title IV aid.
2. You must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours for the current semester you are applying for and declared a degree.
3. You must maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA.
1. You must be a U.S. Citizen or an eligible non-citizen eligible for Title IV aid.
2. You must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours for the current semester you are applying for and declared a degree.
3. You must maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA.
Loaner Application