How does the food pantry work?

Please visit our pantry page for more details about how to access, but here is an outline below:

  • We have a virtual line which opens during open hours. This is to avoid long physical lines and can be joined from anywhere on campus or in person at our check in on the first floor of the MLK Student Union.
  • The pantry operates on a self-assessed, need-based basis. You are welcome to come up to once per week, take as much as you need while being mindful that the food pantry is a shared community resource for emergency food needs

  • There are no eligibility requirements for using the pantry. 

    • All you need is your Cal ID or Cal ID # (if you don't have your physical card yet).

  • We offer items such as rice, pasta, milk, cereal, freezer items, and fresh produce! We restock every day, but due to shortages sometimes certain inventory items may be out of stock.

  • The food pantry is run by students and couldn’t stay open if it weren’t for the 100+ volunteers who support it. The pantry serves thousands of people every month!