The Hungry Wildcat Food Pantry—the front door of Chico State's vital Basic Needs Project—is busier than ever. Chico State students, including some student-athletes, are relying more than ever on the program for food and other basic needs. Thanks to the generosity of the entire Wildcat Family, the Department of Athletics has been able to proudly champion the efforts of the Pantry and its awesome leadership since 2013. It has become an annual focus of support.
 
This weekend marks another opportunity to help. Tables will be set up to accept donations during Friday's volleyball match and Sunday's soccer games. All donations are accepted and appreciated. However, the Pantry aims to stock up on nutritious foods and items to support our Wildcats:

• Canned proteins (chicken, fish, beans, lentils)
• Canned soups
• Nutritious snacks/meal replacements (protein bars)
• Fresh produce
• Personal hygiene products, especially tampons and sanitary napkins

Thanks to everyone on campus and in the community for giving generously to a cause that we care deeply about!
The Pantry strives to provide a wide assortment of healthy, student-friendly food products and specializes in distributing local, farm-direct, organic produce and foods. The Pantry also provides hygiene and kitchen items.

This academic year the Pantry will distribute more than 50 tons of food to an estimated 4,000 students. Currently about two-thirds of the shelf stable food provided is strategically purchased through food bank and wholesale channels. The remaining is donated through the Chico Food Project, annual food drives, food rescue and direct donations. Organic and sustainably grown produce is purchased through the University Farm's Organic Vegetable Project and other regional produce distributors.