Student Food Pantry and Food Insecurity Resources
Hunger and food insecurity affect thousands of individuals and families around the country every day. At CMU, as many as one in every three students may be experiencing hunger. The Student Food Pantry is here to support students who need a little extra help, so they can focus on their academic success.
The Student Food Pantry is located beneath the Robinson Residential Restaurant. We are open weekly, year-round:
- Mondays Noon - 2:00 p.m.
- Tuesdays 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
- Wednesdays 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
- Thursdays 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.
- Fridays Noon - 3:00 p.m.
If you are experiencing food insecurity, please complete the Food Pantry Online Request Form on the CMU Student Food Pantry Engage Central page to register for a food pickup. The Student Food Pantry also offers care products (hygiene, cleaning, some kitchen, and school supplies).
- Food Pantry Registration Form
Once you've registered, please visit the Pantry during our open distribution hours (posted above). You will not receive a confirmation.
First time visiting the Pantry? Stop in during our open hours and we'll help you get started -- no appointment or registration necessary.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Pantry located?
The CMU Student Food Pantry is located under the Robinson Residential Restaurant near the North Campus Success Center. The address for the pantry is 1 Algonquin Ct, Mt Pleasant, MI 48858.
What are the requirements to receive support?
All currently enrolled CMU students are eligible to use the Student Food Pantry. There are no financial eligibility requirements. The Student Food Pantry is a resource for any student in need to use so they can focus on the things that really matter at CMU. Students frequently use the Pantry weekly to make ends meet, during breaks when they aren't working, if they were sick and missed a few days at work one week, and a variety of other reasons. If you could use some extra support in making your grocery dollars stretch, we hope you'll visit us.
Where can I find hygiene or cleaning products?
The Student Food Pantry offers a wide array of common hygiene products, cooking/food preparation utensils, cleaning products, and school supplies to meet your needs.
Are there other resources for students in need?
Several local non-profits are here to help students in need, including:
Clothing Inc.
Care Store
Financial Wellness Collaborative
Isabella County Restoration House
General Resource Assistance - dial 211
Salvation Army - Please call 989-773-4663
Max & Emily's, located downtown Mount Pleasant (125 E Broadway), is offering meals to people in need every day from 11:00 am- 2:00 pm. Please mention People Helping People (PHP).
More local resources can be found on our Food Resources document.
For students residing outside of the greater Mount Pleasant area, check out our Student Resources document.
Contact the Student Food Pantry in the Mary Ellen Brandell Volunteer Center at 989-774-7685 or via email at foodpantry@cmich.edu for assistance connecting to any other needs.
How can I refer a student to the Student Food Pantry?
Please complete the referral form on the Student Food Pantry Engage Central page and we'll reach out directly to the student with information about resources available at CMU and in the community.Thank you for supporting CMU students.
How can I support the Student Food Pantry?
Food and care item donations for the Student Food Pantry can be dropped off at the Mary Ellen Brandell Volunteer Center, located in the Bovee University Center, room 106. Please see the list of donation needs linked below and on the CMU Student Food Pantry Engage Portal.
Monetary donations in support of the Pantry can be made on our Fund CMU page.
What if I am not a student?
Several local non-profits support he local community's needs, including:
Community Compassion Network
Clothing Inc.
Care Store
Financial Wellness Collaborative
Isabella County Restoration House
Isabella Community Soup Kitchen - (621 S Adams St) is serving a sack lunch from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
General Resource Assistance - dial 211
Salvation Army - Please call 989-773-4663
Max & Emily's, located downtown Mount Pleasant (125 E Broadway), is offering meals to people in need every day from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Please mention People Helping People (PHP).
More local resources can be found on our Food Resources document.
For individuals residing outside of the greater Mount Pleasant area, check out our Student Resources document for additional contacts.
STI Testing and Health Resources
Central Michigan District Health Department
CMDHD provides the most affordable STI testing services and health care in the Mt. Pleasant area.
Health and Wellness
Students in need of health care can find resources at CMU Student Health Services. On-campus clinics are staffed with board-certified health care professionals who can provide the treatment you need. Our staff can also work hand-in-hand with your family doctor or specialist to manage ongoing treatments and services while you are attending CMU.
The Student Food Pantry encourages students to know their status and get tested once a year (or between partners) to help stop the spread of sexually transmitted infections.
Please call the Mary Ellen Brandell Volunteer Center at 989-774-7685 or email foodpantry@cmich.edu with any other questions.