The Farmingdale State College Food Pantry is open for the Spring 2024 semester. We are thankful for the support provided by SUNY, Island Harvest and Auxiliary Services Corporation.
We are expanding services available to all current campus community members, with weekly availability and a brand-new refrigerator to hold fresh food. The food pantry offers healthy food selections to all students, faculty, and staff with a valid FSC ID card. It is a judgment-free place for FSC community members in need of assistance.
If a Farmingdale State College Community member needs more long-term assistance, see the list of local resources below.
All personal information regarding the food recipients will be kept confidential.
Contact us at foodpantry@farmingdale.edu.
Convenient Location
The FSC Food Pantry is located in Greenley Room 114, near the main floor elevator entrance. Look for the door with the green apple sign.
Community Eligibility
- The pantry is open to all Farmingdale State College students, faculty, and staff.
- A valid FSC Student/Staff ID card is required.
- Food Pantry users must complete a brief intake form when they come to pick up items.
Pantry Pick Up
Members of the FSC community can visit ONCE A WEEK to pick up items in person. You will be able to select items from our inventory restocked weekly. **Please bring your own reusable bags!!**
Food Pantry Pick up Dates and Times |
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***FALL SEMESTER HOURS*** (Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays) 10 am - 1 pm and 4 pm - 6 pm August 27, 28, 29 Sept. 3,4,5 Sept. 10,11,12 Sept. 17, 18, 19 Sept. 24th (closed for Governance), 25, 26 Oct. 1, 2, 3 Oct. 8,9,10 Oct. 15,16,17 Oct. 22, 23, 24 Oct. 29, 30, 31 Nov. 5th (Closed for Governance), 6, 7 Nov. 12, 13, 14 Nov. 19, 20, 21 Nov. 26 (Special Thanksgiving items) Nov. 27, 28 (Closed for Thanksgiving break) Dec. 3, 4, 5 Dec 6th (Last day of classes) |
Understanding Food Insecurity
What is food insecurity? Food insecurity is a lack of consistent access to enough food for an active, healthy life. It is important to note that though hunger and food insecurity are closely related, they are two 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. - Feeding America
Latest News
FSC Food Pantry Opens for Fall 2023 Semester
September 18, 2023
Driving our communities forward
July 22, 2024
November 27, 2024
Student Volunteers Needed
If you are interested in volunteering at the food pantry for Applied Learning Service Credit, please follow the instructions below:
Fall 2024
TO APPLY:
Submit your application on Axiom following the steps below:
- Log in to Axiom: Axiom Login
- Go to Office of Community & Civic Engagement Unit (also can be found in the Applied Learning Co-Curricular Activities unit on Axiom)
- Search for Posting ID 4548 - FSC Food Pantry Volunteer FALL 2024
- Submit your application to this posting/Axiom Record 4548.
Local Resources
Health and Wellness Department
St. Killian's Food Pantry
Local Farmingdale residents only.
SNAP Eligibility
You may also be eligible for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) Benefits.
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a government program that
issues electronic benefits that can be used like cash to purchase food. SNAP helps
low-income working people, senior citizens, the disabled, and others feed their families.
Events
There are no upcoming events at this time. Check back soon for upcoming events.
FSC Food pantry
Greenley Hall, Room 114
934-420-5816
foodpantry@farmingdale.edu
Hours on website
Shalini Outram, Ph.D.
Applied Learning Food Pantry Coordinator