There are hungry students on your campus and you’ve probably unknowingly met many of them.
Hunger is often a “silent” issue on campus because of fear or shame to talk about it.
Even some students on meal plans don’t get enough to eat.
YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
It's time to take action!
Be compassionate and non-judgmental if you learn of someone who does not have enough to eat
Volunteer at the food pantry
If there is a campus food pantry, volunteer your time or donate food. If not, get your student government involved to start one and check out how to run one.
Start a campus community garden
Ask college leaders to help start a campus community garden to feed students in need.
Participate in Swipe Out Hunger Program
Download Swipe Out Hunger and donate your unused meal plan dollars or work with your school to start it if it’s not available.
Help increase awareness
Ask your college to increase awareness and provide valuble info by requiring a syllabus statement for every course.
Approach campus leaders
Tell campus leaders you want to see a faculty-run emergency aid program for students.
Get involved during the Awareness Week
Get involved with a campus or community event during Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week.
Start a local advocacy group
Start a local chapter of a national student advocacy group such as Student PIRGs or the National Student Campaign Against Hunger and Homelessness.
Raise awareness.
Reduce the stigma.
Meet basic needs.
Be the change.