Basic Needs

The Office of Student Support offers a free clothing closet with coats, everyday clothing and professional attire. Open to all Clark State students, no proof of income is required! You can find the clothing closet is at the Springfield Campus, Rhodes Hall, room 215.

Students and community members are welcome to visit our food pantry, hosted by Second Harvest Food Bank. Clark State students can also access school supplies and hygiene products at no cost.

The food pantry is open from 8:30 a.m. -4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Springfield Campus, Rhodes Hall, room 215.

A mobile food pantry is available on the first Wednesday of each month from 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. in the back parking lot.  Visitors should bring their own bags or boxes. No proof of income is required and food is distributed according to household size.

Short-Term Funding Support
Funding assistance may be available to students experiencing an unexpected or temporary financial hardship that could affect their ability to continue their education. This support is intended to help students overcome unforeseen financial challenges and stay on track toward their academic goals. Students may apply for funding assistance after exploring and exhausting other available resources.

SNAP Employment & Training

If you receive SNAP benefits—or may be eligible for them—you may qualify for additional support to help you complete your program and prepare for a career.

Through Ohio’s SNAP Employment & Training program, eligible Clark State students can receive assistance with education, training and other career-related needs while working toward a degree or certificate.

You may qualify if you:

• Live in Champaign, Clark, Greene, Logan or Montgomery County
• Are enrolled in a Clark State degree or certificate program that prepares you for an in-demand occupation
• Currently receive SNAP benefits or may be eligible for SNAP

The SNAP E&T program is designed to help students build skills, complete their education and move toward employment and greater financial independence.

Not sure if you qualify?  The Office of Student Support can help you determine your eligibility and connect you with available resources.

Request Support
To request assistance, complete the Office of Student Support Referral Form.  When completing the form, please share as much information as you can about your situation including what caused the unexpected expense and how it is financially affecting you.  This information will help us better understand your circumstances and determine how we may be able to support you.  After your referral is received, a member of the Office of Student Support will contact you to discuss next steps and available resources.