Food Pantry

cans of food on a shelf

National studies show that students in higher education are highly vulnerable to food and housing insecurity. We know this is the case at DU, as well.  The University of Denver is dedicated to supporting our community. 

The Food Pantry is entirely funded through donations. Any money donated goes directly to purchasing food for patrons.

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If you need additional resources, see our list of Denver Metro Area Resources HERE.

What is Food Insecurity?

Feeding American defines food insecurity as "a household’s inability to provide enough food for every person to live an active, healthy life." It is important to know that though hunger and food insecurity are closely related, they are distinct concepts. Hunger refers to a personal, physical sensation of discomfort, while food insecurity refers to a lack of available financial resources for food at the household level. Right now, one in nine Americans are considered to be food insecure. 

Operating Hours

Fall Quarter 2026
Open Thursdays from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Ground Floor, Driscoll Commons

 

Please bring a reusable bag. The DU Food Pantry is open to anyone with an active DU ID.

Ways to Support DU's Food Pantry

The Food Pantry is supported entirely by food and monetary donations by departments, individuals in the DU community, and community sponsors. We are endlessly grateful for the support that we have received and will continue to receive from the DU community. 

  • CONNECT: The DU Food Pantry is registered as a Community Reward Partner with King Soopers.  By registering your King Soopers card, you can give back to the Food Pantry at no extra cost to you.  Learn how to register your card here. DU's organization number is QR791.

  • VOLUNTEER: Join us on Thursdays to welcome students, stock shelves, and build a welcoming DU Community.  Volunteer as an individual or as a department, team, or club.  You can sign up to volunteer on our Crimson Connect page. Login and sign up here!

  • PURCHASE:  There are many ways to contribute to the DU Food Pantry through purchases.

    • Amazon Wishlist: Consider buying items from our Amazon Wishlist that our DU Food Pantry visitors rely on. By purchasing an item from this list, you ensure that items are delivered by their best by date and get the items our visitors want.

    • Food Drives: Every year, dozens of groups on campus come together to collect boxes of food for the Pantry. If you would like to run a food drive for your department, club, team, class or organization, email foodpantry@du.edu for signage and instructions. 

  • DONATE:

    • Individual Donations: If you would like to donate food to the pantry as an individual, please reach out to foodpantry@du.edu

    • Monetary Donations: When food donations are not enough for our regular operations, we supplement with store-bought food paid for by generous monetary donations from our partners and friends around campus; Sodexo and Aramark have been exceptionally generous donors! If you would like to provide a monetary gift, simply click the link below:

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