Small Donations, Big Impact

Thanks to the generosity of the UW Tacoma and broader community, we are able to serve our students.

Food Donations

The Pantry gladly accepts donation of hygiene items and non-perishable food that is in original, un-open packaging that has not passed the expiration date. Please note that we cannot accept items that are damaged, expired, or open. We cannot accept items that need to be refrigerated or frozen and we can only accept produce from approved partners. Items can be dropped off directly at the Pantry William Phillip Hall 010 Monday through Friday from 10:00am-4:00pm. If this time does not work, please contact us at pantry@uw.edu to schedule another time to drop off donations.  

What items can be donated?

Below are a couple of items that are in high need in the Pantry. These items are highly recommended suggestions, but donations are not limited to these items. 

  • Canned Vegetable Broth
  • Better than Bouillon- vegetable
  • Vegetarian Ramen
  • Protein drinks
  • Red Bull
  • Energy drinks
  • Tonkatsu Spicy Ramen
  • Starbucks instant coffee
  • Udon noodles
  • Core power protein shake
  • Face wash
  • Moisturizer
  • Deodorant
  • Toothbrushes
  • Toothpaste
What items CANNOT be donated?

We CANNOT except donations of: bread, fresh fruits and vegetables, food that must be frozen or refrigerated. We DO distribute perishable foods that we receive from Pantry partners and purchases made possible through monetary donations.

Where can I drop off my donation?

Items can be dropped off directly at The Pantry (William Phillip Hall room 010), Tuesday through Friday from 12:00pm-4:00pm. If this time does not work, please contact us at pantry@uw.edu to schedule another time to drop off donations.  

Food Expiration Guidelines

The Pantry follows food recovery and expiration guidelines to ensure safety of the food provided to students, faculty and staff.