
Basic Needs & Community Connections
We can connect you with other Dallas-area organizations which can help provide you with food, shelter and other basics in times of need.

Child Care Resources
Parents who wish to enroll for classes can take advantage of the variety of ways Dallas College provides child care or child care subsidies.
- 972-669-6400
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Child Watch Program
Free drop-in child care is available at select campuses on a first-come, first-served basis each day through the Child Watch Program.

Clothing Closet & Resources
Located on four of our campuses, you can "shop" once a month for free, up to five items. Women's, men's, children's clothing are available, along with accessories and shoes.
- 972-669-6400
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DART Student Pass
Catch a train or bus to campus for free with the DART Student Pass. Learn more about how to sign up and get your pass.

Family Care Program
The Family Care Program supports students who are parents or expectant parents with family care needs, support services and classes focused on parenting, nutrition, wellness and financial literacy.

Food Pantries
Our campus food pantries (for students) and our mobile food pantry (for everyone) provide free food to those in need, from quick snacks to canned goods. Learn how to get food or donate.
- 972-669-6400
- Email Food Pantries

Laptop Loans (Login Required)
A limited number of laptops are available to students as a learning resource and academic support.

Living Wage Calculator
Do you know how much money it takes to live comfortably in Dallas County? Use our calculator to find out.

My Community Services
Students can access this free online resource tool to gain access to the support they need to be successful.

Shelter and Rent
Dallas College wants to ensure you succeed both in and out of the classroom and can help connect you with local rental assistance programs as well as student emergency aid.

Student Care Network
Serves as the umbrella program that covers most student support and resources and serves as a gateway to connect students with the tools they need to succeed.
- 972-669-6400
- Email Student Care Network

Student Discounts
Make sure you're collecting all the student discounts available from local companies, ranging from phone plans to sports tickets.

Working Wonders
Qualifying students seeking a science degree can receive money for assistance entering or reentering the workforce, such as childcare and textbook loans.
- 972-669-6400
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