UGA STUDENT
FOOD PANTRY

WHO WE ARE

In 2011, UGA students recognized a need to address student hunger. Since that time, the UGA Student Food Pantry has provided a variety of food items free of cost to UGA students with the goal of reducing food insecurity on campus. The pantry also raises awareness about other basic needs and well-being resources offered on campus and in the community.

WHAT WE DO

The UGA Student Food Pantry is a full-service food pantry that is open to all students on UGA's campus. Providing quick access to basic food items ranging from breakfast bars and pasta, to microwaveable meals and spices. We also offer refrigerated and frozen goods like milk, fruit, vegetables, and meat.

HOW TO ACCESS

Students can select 15 items each week, which includes two personal care/hygiene items and two frozen goods. Students must bring their student ID to access the pantry. Bringing your own bag is encouraged! The pantry is staffed by volunteers.

VOLUNTEER

Volunteer shifts are available to Faculty, Staff, and Students. For group volunteer opportunities or hosting a donation drive, please email ugapantry@uga.edu or call 706-542-8479.

Sign up to volunteer here:

Donating is easy!
What We Need
Our goal is to provide nutritious foods that can go towards creating healthy meals. We would appreciate a variety of items such as:

Rice, pasta, beans
Canned tuna/chicken
Cereals, trail mixes, crackers
Fruit juices/cups
Yogurt, cheese sticks
Pre-packaged vegetables/fruits
Protein or snack bars
Shelf-stable milk options
Nut butters
Dried fruit
Quick meals
Basic spices and cooking essentials
Hygiene/Personal Care items

General Guidelines for Coordinating a Drive:

1. Inspect all items for expiration dates and damage before donating to the pantry
2. Organize product as best as you can before donating to encourage ease of stocking and shelving
3. Communicate dates of when the drive starts and ends
4. Let UGA Student Food Pantry know if you can deliver the items or if we need to discuss pickup options
5. General estimate of how many items you may collect or update the UGA Student Food Pantry as you are able about the number of items. This helps us plan for food orders and create space in the pantry and in backstock.

Donate online here: https://goo.gl/YNejWK