The purpose of the Hofstra Pride Pantry is to maintain a functioning nonperishable food pantry to serve students, staff, and faculty of Hofstra University who are at risk of food insecurity. The Hofstra Pride Pantry’s goal is to service as many people as possible to ensure that those in need of a reliable and stable food source have support in getting sufficient daily nutrition. The Hofstra Pride Pantry will provide the most essential healthy food items to ensure that food-insecure populations are benefiting from this resource. Participants of the Pride Pantry will need to provide a valid Hofstra ID to use the pantry. At this time we are unable to provide resources to members of the community that do not have an active Hofstra ID.
Eligibility
The food pantry is for the staff, faculty, and students of Hofstra University. The Pantry can be accessed by any of these community members during their hours of operation. Please note that to use the Pride Pantry you will need to bring your Hofstra ID and fill out a short, confidential online survey.
What to Expect
The Hofstra Food Pantry accepts nonperishable food donations. Based on research and feedback, the Hofstra Pride Pantry seeks to offer the campus community healthy food options. Stocked items can be expected to include the following:
- Canned protein
- Cereal (under 7 grams of sugar, at least 3 grams of fiber)
- Dried fruit with no added sugar
- Fruit canned in water or juice (not syrup)
- Fruit preserves
- Instant oatmeal
- Low-sodium soups
- Nuts
- Peanut butter
- Seeds/trail mixes
- Unsweetened applesauce
- Whole grain granola bars
- Gluten-free options
- Whole grain dried pastas
- Canned vegetables
The confidentiality of the participants is very important to the success and the mission of the program. All identifying information collected will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of improving the service that we provide to our community members.
Pride Pantry Team
We would like to thank the following partners in making the Pride Pantry a reality:
- The Office of Residence Life
- Dean of Students
- Residence Hall Association
- Student Government Association
- Office of Student Leadership and Engagement (OSLE)
- Student Health Center
- Student Counseling Services
- Department of Recreation and Intramural Sports
- Fraternity and Sorority Life
- National Residence Hall Honorary
- Broadway Marketing
- Compass Dining
Hours
During the fall 2024 term, the Pride Pantry is open:
Mondays and Wednesdays - 9-11 a.m. and 6-8 p.m.
Tuesdays and Thursdays - 5-8 p.m.
Fridays - 10-11 a.m.
The pantry is also accessible outside of open hours by emailing DeanofStudents@hofstra.edu during regular business hours: Mondays- Fridays, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Please bring your Hofstra ID to swipe into the space to utilize our services. The Pride Pantry is closed when the University is closed and is not open during intersession or the summer.
Location
The Pride Pantry is located in Room 111 Mack Student Center.
The Dome Pride Pantry operates as a satellite location of the Hofstra Pride Pantry. The goal of the Dome Pride Pantry is to serve and support any Hofstra student, staff, and faculty who are at risk for food insecurity by providing them with nonperishable healthy food items. Individuals with a valid Hofstra ID card are eligible to use the Dome Pride Pantry. Please email domepridepantry@hofstra.edu to make an appointment.
Donations
The Pantry accepts donations during hours of operation. Please ensure that donations are non-perishable and unexpired.
Dented cans will not be accepted.
Please see list below of frequently requested items:
- Detergent pods
- Toothbrushes
- Toothpaste
- Dish soap
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Feminine hygiene products
- Vegan options
- Peanut Butter- single serving options
- Jam/Jelly- single serving options
- Pasta
- Tomato sauce- (small cans)
Contact Us
For questions on donations, volunteer opportunities, or feedback/comments, please email PridePantry@hofstra.edu.