Basic Needs Resources
Are you a student or family member looking for immediate assistance?
The list below includes outside resources and organizations that may be able to
help with housing, financial, academic, and other basic-needs relief & aid:
Mental Health & Personal Safety
7 Cups
Emotional support and therapy on demand.
Budgeting & Financial Support
8 Best Budgeting Apps
NerdWallet’s list of apps for tracking monthly expenses.
Mental Health & Personal Safety
BetterHelp
Connect with licensed therapists for flexible, online support.
Basic Needs
CalFresh (EBT/SNAP)
A CA food assistance program providing eligible students up to $250 monthly.
Tutoring & Study Aids
Chegg
Access 24/7 tutoring for homework and exam prep.
Budgeting & Financial Support
College Budget Guide
Overview of key expenses for college students, budgeting tips, and sample budgets.
Budgeting & Financial Support
EveryDollar
Build a monthly budget and manage your spending easily.
Travel
Expedia
Book all your travel needs in one convenient place.
Basic Needs
Find Help (Aunt Bertha)
Search for free and reduced cost services in your area.
Tutoring & Study Aids
Forest
Boost focus and productivity by growing virtual trees while you study.
Budgeting & Financial Support
Goodbudget
Use the envelope system to track your spending.
Tutoring & Study Aids
Grammarly
Proofreading and grammar help for polished writing.
Travel
Hopper
Save money by booking flights and hotels at the perfect time.
Technology
Human-IT
Helps low-income individuals & families connect to low-cost internet.
Budgeting & Financial Support
JFLA
Interest-free loans for personal, education, and small business needs.
Basic Needs
LIHEAP
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program helps households with utility costs.
Budgeting & Financial Support
Mint
Track your expenses and create a budget that works for you.
Tutoring & Study Aids
My Study Life
Organize classes, assignments, and exams.
Mental Health & Personal Safety
National DV Hotline
Free, 24/7 text, call, & chat based support for victims of domestic violence.
Basic Needs
One Degree
Search for supportive services in your area.
Basic Needs
Opportunity House
Supportive housing for college students near the UCLA campus.
Tutoring & Study Aids
Quizlet
Create custom flashcards and study with games and practice tests.
Travel
Skyscanner
Compare flights and travel deals for your next trip.
Mental Health & Personal Safety
Talkspace
Therapy via text, audio, or video.
Mental Health & Personal Safety
Teen Line
Peer-based education & emotional support.
Mental Health & Personal Safety
The Steve Fund
Free, 24/7 text-based crisis counseling for students of color. Text STEVE to 741741.
Mental Health & Personal Safety
The Trevor Project
Free, 24/7 text, phone, and/or chat based crisis counselors for LGBTQ youth.
Tutoring & Study Aids
Time Stream
Timer based on the Pomodoro technique.
Basic Needs
Trojan Shelter
Supportive housing for college students near the USC campus.
Tutoring & Study Aids
Varsity Tutors
Get tailored help with coursework and test preparation.
Basic Needs
WIN App
Connects anyone who is homeless or struggling to free resources and services.
Tutoring & Study Aids
Wolfram Alpha
Solve math, science, and data problems with detailed explanations.
Tutoring & Study Aids
Wyzant
Find expert tutors for help in any subject you’re struggling with.
Please note, we do not monitor the current status of each organization listed on this page. We provide this information based on past experiences and recommendations. We want this page to be of service to the public in times of need. Know a resource that could be helpful to others or see an out-of-date link? Drop us a line and tell us about it: info@areterising.org.