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LWTech is committed to helping all students be successful. Below is a list of resources at both LWTech and local community based and government organizations that students can reach out to for support and funding.  
 
If you are experiencing homelessness, food insecurity, financial hardship, and/or in need of other basic needs support, connect with the resources below, talk with your advisor, if this is an emergency, apply for emergency assistance, and, if you need additional support, submit the  LWTech Basic Needs Survey to be connected to the Community Resource Coordinator. 

Additional supports may be available for students with housing emergencies.

Community Resource Links by Category

LWTech has community partners who are on campus weekly to support students. Please email or call the contact provided to make an appointment.

  • Community Health Plan of Washington: Provides assistance with accessing and applying for health and dental insurance through the State of Washington, regardless of immigration status. Helps individuals understand the financial help that is available; answer questions about health insurance; and help individuals choose a plan. 
  • YWCA: Supports individuals receiving food stamps from DSHS (EBT card). Provides one-on-one support with resumes, cover letters, job search, mock interviews, etc.
    • Contact: Shalenia Hollins, Employment Specialist, Economic Advancement
    • Email: SHollins@YWCAworks.org
    • Mobile: (206) 773-4701
    • Office: (425) 882-1796
  • Northwest Education Access: Assistance with FAFSA or WASFA. Supports students with accessing/navigating higher education; career exploration; navigating Financial Aid, admissions & registration, tutoring; and connecting with resources.
  • Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Pacific Associates: Works with dislocated workers who may be receiving or exhausted unemployment insurance (UI); received notice of layoff or business closure; closed a business because of general economic conditions; and displaced homemakers who are no longer supported by another family member's income.
    • Contact: Sabrina Caldaron, WIOA Employment and Training Specialist 
    • Email: SCaldaron@PACassoc.com
    • Phone: (206) 422-9926 

These are some local resources that may be able to help you with cash assistance for emergency situations. Eligibility and limitations may apply. Please contact each agency for more information.

(Please see program pages for access to food resources near you.)

(Please see individual program pages for directions on applying.)