What to Donate

We accept any and all non-expired, non-frozen  food donations. We encourage all food donations that are suitable, even if not typically considered staple pantry items — snacks, condiments, and other delicacies are surprises that we welcome in our pantry. However, when planning to make a donation, please consider donating any of our high demand items:

• Pasta and pasta sauce
• Cereal boxes/cups
• Spreads (e.g. peanut butter, jelly, nutella)
• Fruit cups or canned fruit
• Granola bars
• Evaporated/shelf-stable milk

Additionally, we accept donations of unused and unopened hygiene products and school supplies. Please consider donating any of our high demand items:

Unsuitable Donations

We cannot accept over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, supplements, or powders at this time. We also do not accept animal feed — please direct these donations towards the appropriate animal shelter or rescue of your choice.

We generally do not accept clothes except in special cases such as unused accessories such as hats, mittens, etc. There are other resources both on- and off-campus that will accept used and unused clothes.

While we have the ability to accept refrigerated foods, we cannot accept frozen foods. We do not have the capacity to store frozen items at this time.

If you have any questions about an item you would like to donate that you're unsure is acceptable, please email SBUFoodPantry@stonybrook.edu.