Student Food Pantry
As part of the UM-Dearborn Community, the Student Food Pantry exists to support students on their journey as they work toward achieving their goals. We are committed to increasing access to food as a key to success by providing assistance to any student in need. All UM-Dearborn students are welcome, and everything is free. Students are welcome to visit up to twice per month.
Location:
📍Renick University Center, Suite 2130 A
Items in Stock
We have food, freezer items, household supplies, personal hygiene products, and school supplies in stock. Click the button below to find out which products are available.
Our food pantry stock will vary and the list is not always up-to-date. It’s best to visit or email us if you are looking for specific items. We receive new food shipments by the 2nd Monday of each month (available to students the next day).
Food Pantry Eligibility & Hours
All UM-Dearborn students are eligible to use the pantry. As our pantry numbers grow, it helps demonstrate the support needed to help our students. Students are eligible to visit twice a month, just not twice in one day. New and returning clients are welcome during any open hours.
In an effort to respect the privacy of our shoppers, a limited number of students will be allowed to shop in the pantry at one time.
Please bring your M-Card or Client Service Card with you.
| Day | Hours |
| Monday* | 11:00 am - 5:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 11:00 am - 5:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:00 am - 5:00 pm |
| Thursday | 11:00 am - 5:00 pm |
| Friday - Sunday | Closed |
The pantry is closed during University breaks. Hours may vary unexpectedly as our pantry is staffed by volunteers.
Donation & Partnering Information
We rely on the generous donations from our university and community to keep our pantry stocked. While all donations are greatly appreciated, we encourage monetary donations which are able to have greater impact as the federal government subsidizes the cost of the groceries that Dearborn Support purchases. Monetary donations can increase the purchasing power and reducing additional trips to the store for the donor.
No amount is too small. All monies help us to replenish our shelves! The Student Food Pantry appreciates monetary donations for a number of reasons.
We do not take expired items. Preferred items include:
- Canned beans, tuna, chicken, lentils, peanut butter
- Cereal, oats, granola bars
- Juice, coffee, tea
- Rice, pasta, noodle kits, Ramen, sauces
- Snack items (crackers, nuts, chips)
- Canned or dried fruit and vegetables
- Herbs, spices, salt, pepper, flavor packets
- Ketchup, mustard, BBQ sauce, salad dressing
- Flour, oil, sugar, baking mixes
Travel/sample sizes are welcome! Preferred items include:
- Shampoo, conditioner
- Bar soap, body wash
- Deodorant, lotion, razors
- Hand soap, sanitizer, masks
- Toilet paper
- Toothpaste, toothbrushes
- First aid, band aids, ointments, sunscreen
- Baby items: diapers, baby food, wipes
Preferred items include:
- Paper towels
- Dish soap
- Laundry detergent
- Household sprays / wipes
- Sponges
- Sanitizing Wipes
Preferred items include:
- **Notebooks**
- Loose leaf paper
- Pens, pencils
- Highlighters
- Index cards, sticky notes
- Binders
- Backpacks / bags