VANAK FOOD

At Cafe Vanak, we believe that education is a powerful force for building stronger communities and a better future. As an immigrant-owned business, we understand the challenges that many international students face — especially those related to food security and financial hardship.

🎓 Our Commitment to Academic Excellence and Community Care

We are proud to support international students in our community who demonstrate strong academic merit and are working hard to build a better future through education. If you're an international student pursuing your studies in the Greater Boston area and facing financial difficulties, we may be able to help.

🍽️ What We Offer

Depending on availability and your academic standing, we may provide:

• Free or discounted meals from Cafe Vanak

• Partial funding or grocery support to help with living expenses

• Occasional short-term work opportunities or volunteer-based roles for those seeking local experience (pending availability and eligibility)

📝 Who Can Apply?

To be considered, students must:

• Be an international student enrolled at a local college or university

• Demonstrate academic merit (e.g., transcript, GPA, professor recommendation)

• Show financial need through a brief written explanation or documentation

🤝 How to Apply

Interested students can email us at community@cafevanak.com with the following:

• A copy of your student ID and recent transcript

• A brief personal statement (max 300 words) explaining your situation

• Any reference or letter from a professor, advisor, or mentor

All applications will be reviewed confidentially, and selected students will be contacted directly. While we may not be able to help everyone, we are committed to doing our part to support the next generation of leaders, scholars, and dreamers.

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Thank you for making Cafe Vanak not just a place to eat, but a place that believes in people.

📍 Cafe Vanak | 275 Belmont St, Belmont, MA
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