Reach Out
Ask early. Help is available, and it is okay to reach for it before a challenge becomes a crisis.
THE PROGRAMTangible care.
Tangible care.
Real connection.
A reason to hold on.
REACH is Esther Funds Foundation’s curated care-package program for college students. Through verified campus ambassadors, it delivers practical essentials, encouragement, and resource connections when students need them most.
R.E.A.C.H. is the route.
Engage Your Community
College is also people. Connect to peers, campus offices, ambassadors, and community support.
Access Resources
Scholarships, financial aid, SNAP/EBT, food pantries, tutoring, and support routes exist to be used.
Care & Hold On
Mental health matters. Every completed semester is a victory. In a crisis, call 911 or call/text 988.
WHAT’S INSIDE
A box with a route beyond it.
- Food and hydration items
- Hygiene and laundry essentials
- Academic tools and encouragement
- REACH merch and practical supports
- Printed resources: SNAP/EBT, campus pantry, 988, financial aid, scholarships, and study tips
Final contents are subject to sourcing and program decisions.
HOW DISTRIBUTION WORKS
Ambassador-led. Student-centered.
- Student submits a request.
- EFF reviews the request.
- Approved students receive a notification.
- A verified campus ambassador coordinates in-person pickup.
- Students can choose to share an impact photo only with consent.
Food is a student-success resource.
Explore SNAP/EBT
SNAP may help eligible people with low income pay for food. Eligibility and application rules vary by state.
Learn about SNAP ↗Find your state SNAP office
Use the USDA’s official state directory to locate application and contact information for your state or local SNAP office.
Find your office ↗Use campus resources too
Campus food pantries, student-support offices, and basic-needs programs may be able to help sooner. Reach out before you run out.
Build a 72-hour route →