TAD College Student Outreach
2023 NACo Achievement Award Winner
San Bernardino County, Calif., CA
Best In Category
About the Program
Category: Human Services (Best in Category)
Year: 2023
The College Student Outreach campaign was developed by the San Bernardino County Transitional Assistance Department (TAD) and the Department of Public Health (DPH) Nutrition and Wellness Services, which administers CalFresh Healthy Living, to help bring awareness to college students regarding the availability of CalFresh. To help reach college students, TAD has taken a proactive approach in reaching out to local colleges and institutions to establish communication channels. These efforts have been enhanced by partnering with multiple local colleges to provide information about the CalFresh program, including TADâs participation in multiple college outreach events and presentations. In addition, TAD has created resources for college staff and students, including a CalFresh college toolkit and pamphlet, to help educate students on program eligibility and access.