Food Drive: Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week

As part of Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week 2025, Saint Paul College invites you to take action through the SPC Food Drive. A campus-wide effort to promote food equity and support students facing food insecurity.

This drive centers dignity, access, and care. By donating shelf-stable, culturally relevant food items, you help stock the campus pantry and ensure every student has the nourishment they need to thrive. Your contribution is more than a donation — it’s a stand for equity and community well-being.

Let’s come together to build a Saint Paul College where no one goes hungry.
Drop-off locations:

Campus Food Pantry(LL567)

Student Life(1265)

Basic Needs Office(4295)

Dates: November 17th – November 21st 2025

Donation guidelines:

Donation list of acceptable items

Shelf-Stable Foods

• Accepted:
  • Unopened, non-expired items in cans, boxes, or sealed packaging.
  • Must be commercially packaged and labeled with ingredients and expiration dates.
• Not Accepted:
  • Rusted, dented, bulging, or leaking cans.
  • Items past their expiration or “best by” date.
  • Homemade or repackaged goods.
• Food Safety Note: Shelf-stable items must be stored in a cool, dry place and kept at least 6 inches off the ground to prevent contamination.

Ready-to-Eat Items

• Accepted:
  • Sealed snacks, bars, and microwaveable meals with clear labeling.
  • Must be shelf-stable and not require refrigeration.
• Not Accepted:
  • Opened packages or items requiring refrigeration unless pre-approved.
  • Expired or unlabeled products.
• Food Safety Note: These items should be easy to consume and safe for students without access to full kitchens.

Perishable Items (Cold Storage)

• Accepted (by arrangement only):
  • Fresh produce, dairy, and frozen meals from approved partners or coordinated donors.
  • Must be delivered during pantry hours and stored immediately.
• Not Accepted:
  • Perishables without prior coordination.
  • Items requiring refrigeration that cannot be stored safely.
• Food Safety Note: Cold items must be kept at proper temperatures (below 40°F for refrigeration, below 0°F for freezing) and handled promptly to prevent spoilage.

Personal Care & Household Items

• Accepted:
  • Unopened hygiene products and cleaning supplies.
  • Must be in original packaging and clearly labeled.
• Not Accepted:
  • Used or opened items.
  • Products without labels or safety seals.
• Food Safety Note: While not food, these items must still be stored safely to avoid cross-contamination with food products.

More Donation info: Basic Needs – Saint Paul College