IMPORTANT MESSAGE: Second Harvest of Silicon Valley has asked R&DE to share with students about a change in their offerings. Due to rising demand and costs, Second Harvest will no longer provide purchased meat at the Food Pantry Pop-up. Second Harvest will continue to provide a variety of produce, dairy options, peanut butter and more. You can read the full message from Second Harvest here.
What is the Food Pantry Pop-up?
In partnership with Second Harvest of Silicon Valley, Stanford R&DE hosts monthly pop-up food pantries for undergraduate and graduate students and their affiliates who need additional food support. Eligible student households may receive produce, dairy and non-perishable items at no cost. The pop-up events have included seasonally appropriate stone fruits, apples, squash, and greens, cheese, yogurt, milk, eggs, legumes, cereal, and peanut butter among other food items.
The next event is scheduled for Monday, October 12th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 740 Serra St. in the EVGR complex Building C outdoor patio area. The deadline to register is Wednesday, October 7th at 12:00 p.m. Please bring your own grocery bags and transportation (e.g., wagon, stroller, cart, suitcase). Check out our FAQs to assist with some commonly asked questions. Parking will be extremely limited, vehicles parked illegally will be cited.
By filling out this registration form you self-declare that:
- Your name and address listed is correct.
- Your household size as stated and resides within this state and organization's service area.
- Your income is within 235% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines stated below.
| 2025 Poverty Guidelines for the 48 Contiguous States and the District of Columbia | |
| Persons in family/household | Poverty guideline |
| 1 | $15,060 |
| 2 | $20,440 |
| 3 | $25,820 |
| 4 | $31,200 |
| 5 | $36,580 |
| 6 | $41,960 |
| 7 | $47,340 |
| For families/households with more than 7 persons, add $5,380 for each additional person. | |
4. You agree that The Emergency Food Assistance program(TEFAP) food is for home consumption and will not be sold, traded or bartered.
5. You have read the full USDA Non-discrimination statement
Register here for the October 12th event
In order to ensure a smooth and safe experience, the food pantry will operate as follows:
- Deadline to register is Wednesday, October 7th at 12:00 p.m.
- Food from Second Harvest will be served Farmers Market style with attendees able to select a variety of food staples, and produce.
- If you are ill or have had a fever within 24 hours of the date of the event, you may not attend the food pantry. Please designate a proxy to pick up food on your behalf. Your proxy must arrive at the time originally selected. Please email Kahlil Wells at kain@stanford.edu if you need a proxy.
We do need volunteers for this Food Pantry! Please sign up here.
Please subscribe to the Stanford Food Pantry list to receive future communications about this program.
Please direct questions to:
Kahlil Wells
Senior Director of Student Dining
R&DE Stanford Dining, Hospitality & Auxiliaries
kain@stanford.edu
For media inquiries, please contact:
Jocelyn Breeland
Chief Officer for Strategic Communications and Marketing for R&DE
jocelyn4@stanford.edu
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who is eligible for the food pantry?
To attend the food pantry you must self-declare that:
- Your name and address listed is correct
- Your household size as stated and resides within this state and organization's service area.
- Your income is within 235% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines as stated below.
- You agree that The Emergency Food Assistance Program(TEFAP) food is for home consumption and will not be sold traded or bartered.
- You have read the full USDA Non-discrimination statement.
I have a large family. Can I get extra food?
The amount of food provided by the food bank is portioned for a family of four. If you feel like you need more, you can write extra or double portion in the proxy section of the registration form or come back at the end of the event and choose from the remaining items.
I’m vegetarian and do not want any meat products. Can those be taken out and given to someone else?
The meat products, when available, come in a separate container, which you may choose to not take.
I missed the deadline to register. Can I still get food?
Yes, you will need to fill out a registration form when you arrive.
I am unable to attend the food pantry. Can you deliver?
We cannot deliver, but you may assign a proxy on the sign up form to come pick up food on your behalf. Please email Kahlil Wells if you need help finding a proxy.
I registered, but now cannot come to the food pantry pop-up. How do I cancel?
Please fill out this cancellation form prior to the registration deadline so we can adjust the order.