Basic Food Education & Training Program
The Basic Food, Employment and Training program (BFET) provides access and services to Basic Food recipients in Washington State. Services include job search and job search training, education and skills training, and support services to Basic Food recipients not participating in the state’s Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program.
Am I Eligible?
- Currently receiving or eligible to receive DSHS Basic Food (food stamps) Assistance*
- Not receiving DSHS TANF cash assistance (may be eligible for WorkFirst benefits instead).
- Enrolled in a Transfer Program or Professional/Technical program or in an ELA, ABE or High School completion program.
- Returning students must have met Satisfactory Academic Progress during the prior quarter by having earned a 2.0 GPA or higher and completed at least 50% of attempted credits.
Income Requirements
| Family Size | Yearly Gross Income Limit |
|---|---|
| 1 | $29,160 |
| 2 | $39,440 |
| 3 | $49,720 |
| 4 | $60,000 |
| 5 | $70,280 |
| 6 | $80,560 |
| 7 | $90,840 |
*Federal BFA is only allowable for the BFET program. You cannot be receiving Tribal or State BFA.
Apply for Funding
In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.
For a printable version of the application, please download and complete our Workforce Funding Application. Once you've completed the application, email it to wfspinfo@ghc.edu . For questions call (360) 538-4058 Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.