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Support Los Rios Athletics
Posted: Nov 28, 2025

Support Los Rios Athletics

Fuel the Success of Every Los Rios Student-Athlete

Every day, Los Rios student-athletes show up ready to put in the work from early morning practices, late-night study sessions, and everything in between. They lift each other up. They inspire their peers. They represent our colleges with pride. 
 
But behind the scenes, far too many are facing challenges no student-athlete should have to worry about: food insecurity, lack of basic essentials, and financial hardship that threatens their ability to compete and sometimes even to stay enrolled. 
 
Over the past month, the Cares Centers across American River, Cosumnes River, Folsom Lake, and Sacramento City College have seen a 173% increase in students seeking pantry support. Many of those students are athletes. 
 
When basic needs go unmet, student-athletes struggle to maintain focus, keep up with classes, and stay competitive on the court, field, or track. 
 
Los Rios provides essential resources that student-athletes rely on, including: 
  • Increasing weekly food distribution 
  • Doubling the number of items students can receive 
  • Expanding pantry hours 
  • Enhancing food boxes with Walmart gift cards 
  • Providing access to emergency grants of up to $500 
But the need is outpacing our resources—and this is where your support matters most. By making a donation you can change the game for a Los Rios student-athlete. Your gift will: 
  • Ensure student-athletes have access to nutritious meals 
  • Support essential needs like transportation and equipment 
  • Help students stay enrolled and competitive
  • Strengthen athletic programs across all four colleges 
Your contribution today means a student-athlete won't have to choose between finishing practice and affording dinner. Give now to support Los Rios student-athletes.