Visit the Cal State LA Food Pantry to access fresh produce, perishable, and nonperishable foods. The pantry is a no-cost service to currently enrolled, degree-seeking Cal State LA students experiencing food insecurity.
Fall 2024 Semester
We are currently offering pre-packaged bags with 10 mostly non-perishable items. Appointments are required to pick up food.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: U-SU, 3rd Floor, Room 308E
If these times do not work, students are encouraged to apply for the Eddie Eats program and receive funds by Friday.
Frequently Asked Questions
This is a free resource for currently enrolled (degree-seeking) Cal State LA students experiencing food insecurity. Students can access the pantry once a week, every week throughout the academic year.
Please visit the LA Food Bank locator to find another food pantry near you.
Students are encouraged to make an appointment through Navigate LA which can be easily accessed through the GETmobile app or your MyCalStateLA portal. Students can make a reservation every week, up to 7 days in advance.
Drop-ins are welcome if our appointments for that day and hour have not been filled. You can email our team or call us at (323) 343- 3003 to ask before visiting the pantry.
Please try to make the day and hour that you scheduled your appointment so that we can determine whether we can allow folks to drop in.
Sign up for Eddie Eats - Restaurant Meal Program!
The pantry is located on the 3rd floor of the Student Union. Our hours of operation are Monday to Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please see the Campus Map.
Yes, with a reservation. Please have the person provide your name, CIN, and a picture of your One Card.
*A student can pick up for one other student at a time, no exceptions.*
Please bring reusable bags and have your One Card or CIN ready.
Every week varies and this service is available while supplies last but expect grains, proteins, fruits, vegetables, and other food pantry items.
Thank you for your interest in donating! We accept non-perishable foods and some produce. You may drop off the items at the pantry during our business hours or email the Coordinator of Food Security (jvera37@calstatela.edu) to arrange a drop-off. We also accept monetary donations through this link.
In addition to the Food Pantry, the Office of the Dean of Students website also contains information about our Emergency Financial and Housing Assistance and the CalFresh Outreach Center.
Please visit the LA Food Bank locator to find another food pantry near you or locate a community fridge in Los Angeles.
Thank you Student Lunchbox
We are grateful for our partnership with Student LunchBox. This organization donates fresh fruits and vegetables rescued from local farmers markets.
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