Basic Needs Hub Mission The Basic Needs Hub provides students with one place to stop for all concerns related to providing for basic needs support. Our mission is to connect PSU students to resources in the moment of need so students can focus on academics, career goals, and interpersonal relationships. Resources and Support Services Emergency Funds Information about the General Student Emergency Fund, as well as various student hardship funds throughout the university Food Assistance Information about on and off campus resources to support food security. Details include the PSU Food Pantry, Free Food Market, "Swipe It Forward" program, emergency meal vouchers, and SNAP assistance Housing Services Information about emergency housing, the Affordable Rent for College Students (ARCS) program, and the Utility Bill Grant Program STEP Program Information about the SNAP Training and Employment Program (STEP), which works with students receiving SNAP to develop a personalized success plan to help guide their educational and career goals (monthly stipend can vary) Health & Wellbeing Information about on and off campus resources to support physical and mental wellbeing Child & Family Assistance The Resource Center for Students with Children offers integrated services that support students’ goals to be effective parents while succeeding in their academic pursuits LocationThe Basic Needs Hub is located in Smith Memorial Student Union, Suite 435.Hours of OperationMonday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm (Short drop-in inquiries)Appointments are required for Oregon Energy Fund applications, SNAP application assistance, emergency housing coordination, and longer one on one support around on and off campus resources. Review Scheduling Options about this content Contact InformationGeneral QuestionsEmail: [email protected]Phone: (503) 725-6762Walk-Ins: Smith Memorial Student Union, Suite 435Off-campus ResourcesVisit http://211.orgSupport the HubDonate essential items (food, toothbrush kits, laundry detergent, feminine hygiene products, etc.)Monetary donations to the Basic Needs Hub Fund or the General Student Emergency FundSpread the word of our services and/or request a presentation from the Basic Needs Navigator