Food Pantry

If you or a group you are a member of wish to assist and donate items to the food bank, please contact Jen Maxwell at maxwelljb@appstate.edu for a list of current needs.

Ongoing needs include shelf-stable proteins (nut butters, dried beans) and grains (rice, pasta, cereal).

If you or a group you are a member of wish to assist and donate items to the food bank, here is a list of approved foods for campus use:

Protein:
Nut Butter
Soy, coconut, or almond milk (boxed, shelf-stable)
Hummus
Canned or dried beans (black, kidney, cannellini, pinto, etc)
Nuts (ex. peanuts, walnuts, pecans)
Seeds
Oils

Grains:
Whole grain cereals
(ex plain Cheerios, Rice Chex, Multigrain Cheerios)
Oatmeal
Whole grain bread
Whole grain crackers
Rice crackers (gluten free)
Microwavable brown rice cups
Whole grain tortilla wraps
Whole grain bagels
Whole wheat pasta
Gluten-free pasta
Whole grain baking mix
Whole wheat pizza crusts
Rice
Barley
Bulgur
Quinoa

Produce:
Canned vegetables
Canned fruit in its own juice
Dried fruit (ex. Apricot, raisins, prunes) Apple sauce

Snacks/Other:
Granola/granola bars
Jelly and jam
Honey
Maple syrup
Rice cakes
Trail mix
Infant formula
Canned soups

Baking/Cooking:
Measuring cups
Measuring spoons
Can openers
Gently used or new kitchen items (such as bakeware and utensils)
Cooking spray
Flour
Cornmeal
Baking powder
Baking soda
Vanilla extract
Lemon or lime juice

Seasonings:
Ginger root or dried ginger
Garlic powder
Pepper
Chili powder
Curry or turmeric powder
Mrs. Dash/salt-free seasoning
Vinegar (apple cider, balsamic, red wine)
Parsley flakes
Paprika
Dried rosemary, oregano, basil, or other seasonings
Fresh herbs

Personal Care Items:
Feminine products
Shampoo/conditioner
Toothbrushes
Toothpaste
Shaving items
Combs/brushes