Homeless and Housing Insecure Program - HHIP
Homeless and Housing Insecure Program (HHIP)
If you are experiencing any housing insecurities such as the examples below, you may be eligible for HHIP services:
- Falling behind on rent
- Homeless, couch surfing, or living in your car
- Need help paying for a move-in cost (deposit/first month’s rent)
Program Eligibility to Apply
Currently enrolled in 6 credit units or more
OR
Enrolled in NonCredit units
Step 1: Basic Needs Referral
Step 2: Submit all Housing Eligibility Requirements
You will receive an email from El Centro within 2-3 business days including the additional eligibility requirements. Please keep in mind deadlines are time sensitive. Missed deadlines will cause delays in communication and housing assistance. Also please note, funding is limited, and assistance is not guaranteed.
Rental or Moving Assistance
- Submit your rental agreement/lease/mortgage
- Submit a 3-Month Budget
- Apply to our Gavilan Support Programs
- Take 1 Financial Literacy Workshop
Homeless Assistance
- Submit a 23-24 FAFSA or CADAA (Unless you’re enrolled in NonCredit units)
- Submit a 3-Month Budget
- Apply to our Gavilan Support Programs
- Take 1 Financial Literacy Workshop
Step 3: Application Evaluation
El Centro will verify the information provided or inform you about missing paperwork. If you are homeless, El Centro will refer you to our partner agency the Compassion Center (Santa Clara Residents).
Step 4: Denial or Award Letter
After reviewing your application, you will receive an email from El Centro letting you know whether you have been denied or awarded housing assistance. If you are denied assistance, you will be provided with an explanation and community resources. If awarded housing assistance, you will receive an award letter letting you know the amount, date of disbursement, and next steps.
Step 5: Verify Mailing Address (If awarded)
Your check will be mailed to the address Gavilan College has on file. If you need to edit your mailing address, please do so in your Self-Service Banner student account.
Meet our Team
Annette Gutierrez- Director of Basic Needs
Ruth Lopez- El Centro Program Specialist
Additional Resources
Santa Clara County |
San Benito County |
Gavilan College |
Social Services Agency 379 Tomkins Ct. Gilroy, CA 95020 408.758.3800 Cash aid, food, medical, mental health & more! |
Health & Human Services Agency 1111 San Felipe Rd. Ste. #206 831.630.4180 Cash aid, food, medical, mental health & more! |
Financial Aid & Scholarships
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St. Joseph’s Family Center 408.842.6662 |
Community Action Agency 831-637-9293 |
EOPS 408.848-4740 |
Sacred Heart Community Service 408.926.8885 |
Hollister Housing Information 831.636.4360 |
CalWORKs & Fresh Success 408.852.2838 |
Salvation Army Silicon Valley 408.282.1165 |
San Benito County Housing 831.636.4316 |
Food Pantry 408-852.2855 |
Housing & Community Development 408.846.0451 |
Salvation Army Hollister 831-636.9832 |
Foster Youth 408.848-4740 |
Community Resource Guide Link to guide, Click Here |
SBC Pocket Guide Link to guide, Click Here |
Higher Aspirations 408.458.0358 |
Gilroy Compassion Center 408.763.7120
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H.O.M.E. Resource Center 831.256.1852 |
El Centro |
Work2Future Career Center 379 Tomkins Ct. Gilroy, CA 95020 408.758.3477 |
SBC One Stop Career Center 1111 San Felipe Rd. Ste. 107 Hollister, CA 95023 831.637.5627
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Career Services 408.430.3417 |