Warrior Food Pantry

The Warrior Food Pantry is a program designed to support all students in enhancing their well-being by providing access to nutritious food during the academic year.

This initiative reflects our commitment to ensuring that every student has the resources they need to thrive. The pantry is staffed by volunteers who are retired faculty and staff, and receives generous donations from St. Matthew’s Catholic Church, the Salvation Army, East Stroudsburg United Methodist Church, the ESU campus and local businesses.

The Warrior Food Pantry is just one of many ways ESU is fostering a supportive and resource-rich environment for our students. We believe in the strength and resilience of our student community and are here to support you every step of the way.

Accessing the Food Pantry

The Warrior Food Pantry is a self-service pantry allowing students to obtain the necessary food to support their well-being. Students will be able to enter the pantry and choose their own food and supplies. The food and supplies are available to ESU students at no cost. Please bring your ESU ID and a reusable grocery bag. The Food pantry will be open on Tuesdays between 2:00 - 4:00 p.m..

The Red and Black Shuttles provide transportation to the Food Pantry each Tuesday between 2:00 and 4:00 p.m.

Immediate Food Resource Requests

Warrior Food Pantry Emergency Requests

The Warrior Food Pantry is designed to provide students with regular access to nutritious food and to meet immediate needs for those requiring emergency assistance. To request emergency food items, please complete one of the forms below. You will be contacted with information about when and where to pick up your food. Requests can be submitted at any time, and we will coordinate fulfillment with you between Monday and Friday.

If you know a student who could benefit from this resource, please submit a CARE referral to help them access the support they need.

Mini Meal Kits

The Health and Wellness Center provides students with wellness and food items through the Wellness Cabinet initiative. These cabinets, located around campus, contain pre-packed kits of period products, cleaning supplies, and hygiene items. Students can also request a mini meal kit for pick up at the Health and Wellness Center, located in Lower Sycamore Suites.

Community Food & Other Resources

In addition to the Warrior Food Pantry, there are many local organizations that serve food and other needs. All of these resources are available to ESU students.

CARE Program at ESU

The CARE Program is dedicated to ensuring that all students have the resources they need to succeed. Whether it's through the Warrior Food Pantry, the Wellness Cabinet initiative, or other support services, we work collaboratively to address students' needs and promote their well-being. By connecting students with essential resources, we help them navigate challenges and focus on their academic and personal growth. To learn more about how CARE supports students, makes connections to essential resources, and to submit a CARE referral, please visit the CARE Website.

Donations

The Warrior Food Pantry is completely supported by donations, which are accepted throughout the year.

List of non-perishable items that are needed

Donation drop-off can be made at the following locations

Contact Us

For more information, please contact Bailey Higgins at (570) 422-2845 or email us at foodpantry@esu.edu.