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“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”
Mahatma Gandhi

What They are Saying

The Bodega strives to cultivate a supportive community of both SMC staff and students. You can shop at the Bodega for free as a student or even give back to your student community through volunteering.

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"The Bodega provides plenty of food for a week of groceries"
Natalia English Major at SMC

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"We've done a great job of keeping students safe at the Bodega."
Thaddeus Basic Needs Counselor

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"I like that the Bodega is free and available to all students"
Anonymous 1st Year Student at SMC

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"I volunteered at the Bodega for extra credit offered in one of my courses this semester. I had no idea about the Bodega and now I attend regularly."
Natalia English Major at SMC

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"I learned about the Bodega through one of their free events. I got free groceries, pizza, and made new friends with students here at SMC."
Thaddeus Basic Needs Counselor

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"Volunteering at the Bodega was a great experience. I walked away feeling like I contributed to my fellow
students and community."
Anonymous 1st Year Student at SMC

Upcoming Events

The Bodega collaborates with the health and wellbeing center to host events centered around wellness. We hope to cultivate a supportive community of students interested in optimizing their health and wellbeing throughout their academic journey here at Santa Monica College.

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VIRTUAL COOKING COURSE

Dec. 2    |    6:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
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BODEGA FOOD MARKET

Dec. 2    |    6:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
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A VIRTUAL WELLNESS EVENT

Dec. 2    |    6:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.

Get Involved

Want to get involved as a student volunteer? Are you able to give back to your student community at SMC?
Fill out the form below and we will send you more information about specific times, tasks, and how you can contribute to your student community food market at SMC.

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