Pantry Donation Guide

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Supporting the Spartan Food Pantry provides students with the nutrition they need to focus, learn, and thrive. Whether through financial gifts, our Amazon Wishlist, or in-kind item drop-offs, your generosity helps fuel our campus community.

1. Financial Gift

Financial gifts give us the flexibility to serve students where the need is greatest鈥攚hether that鈥檚 purchasing in bulk, sourcing specialized items, or providing immediate emergency support.

For online financial donations, click the button below.
For monetary checks, make them payable to "Spartan Food Pantry"
- Mail to Spartan Food Pantry, San Jos茅 State University, 1 Washington Square, San Jose, CA 95192-0034.

2. Amazon Wishlist

Shop from our Amazon wishlist to ship items directly to the Pantry! Any donation creates a helpful impact, and you are welcome to choose similar alternatives to the items listed.

Our shipping address is: 129 South 10th St., San Jose, CA 95112

3. In-Kind Donation

Giving directly to the Spartan Food Pantry ensures students have immediate access to wholesome meals and everyday hygiene essentials. By donating clean, unexpired, and easy-to-prepare items, you are directly removing barriers to student success.

Quality & Safety Standards

To maintain our high standards for nutritional support and food safety, please ensure your donations align with the guidelines below:

Key Donation Principles

Good to Eat
- Give what you鈥檇 use: We prioritize high-quality items that you would feel comfortable serving at your own table.
Sealed
- Original manufacturer sealed packaging must be in place.
Not Expired
- While many items remain shelf-stable past the 'best by' date, we cannot accept items that are significantly past their label dates to ensure the highest quality for our students.
Easy to Eat
- Items in greatest need include individual portions, pop-top lids, and microwave-friendly meals鈥攑erfect for students living on the go or lacking kitchen access.
Healthy
- Preferably organic, BPA-free, whole-grain/multi-grain, low-sodium foods.

Suggested Donation Items

Below is a list of shelf-stable items that are high in demand at the Spartan Food Pantry.


Categories	Suggestions
Protein & Hearty Bases	Canned Meats Tuna, Salmon, Chicken, Chili Beans & Legumes Pinto, black, chickpeas, kidney beans, lentils Nuts & Seeds Peanuts, almonds, walnuts, nut butters Grains Rice, pasta, whole grain crackers, Shelf-stable tortillas
Quick Bites & On-The-Go	Instant Meals Mac & cheese, instant mashed potatoes Microwavable meal kits Snacks Granola bars, breakfast bars, trail mix packs Beverages Shelf-stable milk, alternative milk (almond, soy) Ensure, boost shakes
Fruits, Veggies & Sides	Canned Produce Fruit cocktail, peaches, corn, tomatoes Flavor Starters Pasta sauce, salsa, tomato paste, spice blends Soups Low-sodium vegetable, chicken noodles
Breakfast Essentials	Cereal & Grains Cereals, oatmeal, breakfast nutritional drink
Essential Hygiene & Household	Personal Care Shampoo, soap, deodorant, period pads Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, mouthwash Home Care Laundry pods, dish soap, sponges, bathroom cleaner

Drop-Off Information

Drop off donations at the Spartan Food Pantry (Student Union- Exterior entrance across from Engineering Bldg) during business hours.
If you need help transporting the donations from your vehicle to the Pantry, give us a call at 408-924-1234 or send us an email at spartanfoodpantry@sjsu.edu. We鈥檇 be more than happy to assist!

Other Ways To Donate

Organize a Donation Drive

If you would like to bring your organization or community together to make a collective impact, please follow the donation guidelines provided above.

Reach out to us! We would love to provide:

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coordinattion for your preferred drop-off schedule

Questions?

Contact: spartanfoodpantry@sjsu.edu or 408-924-1234

Thank you for thinking of us!

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