Food Assistance
The Stockton Food Assistance Program was launched in the Spring of 2015 as a collaborative effort between the Student Senate and Board or Trustees to help a growing number of students who reported experiencing varying levels of food insecurity. The Food Assistance Program supports Stockton students through access to its on-campus food pantries, dining dollars, and other community resources. Through funding from the University and Student Senate, and our partnerships with the Community Food Bank of New Jersey, the Stockton Sustainability Farm, and various other community partners, we are able to offer our students access to our open choice pantries.
Stockton students who are currently enrolled at the University are eligible to participate in the Food Assistance Program.
- Upon completion of the enrollment form, students are able to visit all campus pantries.
- Although we are fortunate enough to not have limitations on the number of visits, the program works on a limited budget and must support all students. Therefore, we request that students take only what they personally need as an individual from the pantry. Students can find support for their families here.
- Please note, due to our limited resources, not all items may be available at all times, and some items have quantity limitations.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation, ensuring the program's success!
If you have any questions, please reach us at FoodAssistanceProgram@stockton.edu.
I really appreciate the program. It has helped me everyday this semester...It's one thing less I have to worry about while enrolled.
I no longer have to worry about food and can instead focus on my school work!
I am very grateful we have this program for students.
Great program that helped me have better access to a well-balanced diet.
The staff is respectful when it comes to questions about the program.
I was very impressed with how organized and beneficial the food pantry was.
Spring 2026 Osprey Pantry Hours of Operation
GALLOWAY CAMPUS
Townsend Residential Life Center
TRLC, Room 105 | (609) 626-6527
Monday
12:30p - 4:30p
Tuesday
11:00a - 4:30p
Wednesday
12:00p - 5:00p
Thursday*
11:00a - 4:30p
*The pantry will close at 4PM on 2/19/26.
Friday
1:15p - 5:00p
ATLANTIC CITY CAMPUS
Kesselman Hall
Building D, 1st Floor | (609) 761-1330
Monday
4:00p - 6:00p
Wednesday
4:00p - 6:00p
Thursday*
5:30p - 7:30p
*The pantry will be closed on 2/19/26.
Friday
11:30a - 2:30p
MANAHAWKIN CAMPUS
712 East Bay Avenue,
Suite | (609) 626-3883
Monday
8:00a - 5:00p
Tuesday
8:00a - 5:00p
Wednesday
8:00a - 5:00p
Thursday
8:00a - 5:00p
Make sure to follow us on Instagram, @Osprey.Pantry, for the most up-to-date information!
Additional Resources
As part of an ongoing effort to support our students, Stockton University is promoting food assistance programs. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a federal program that can help individuals and families with low incomes buy the groceries they need. Eligibility depends on several factors like income, household size, resources, etc. Click here to determine your eligibility and view instructions on how you can apply for SNAP.
For more assistance with SNAP eligibility and the application, please contact the CFBNJ here. For the most up-to-date information on where you can use your SNAP benefits off-campus, please visit the SNAP locator map.
Piloting in Spring 2026, Pop-Up Pantries offer quick access to a heat-and-eat or a ready-to-eat meal from the convenience of some of your favorite spaces on campus. Enroll in the Food Assistance Program and visit one of our pilot locations to learn more!
Pop-Up Pantry locations in Spring 2026:
- Stockton Cares, F-107
- Women's, Gender & Sexuality Center, F-103
- Military & Veteran Success Center, F-105
- Coming March 2026: Dean of Students, CC-243
The Community Food Bank of New Jersey can help connect students with resources for free food and other services. Additional pantries and resources can be found here. You can also text "Find Food" to (908) 224-7776.
Multilingual Food Assistance is available at (908) 838-4831.
For additional information on the resources available statewide, please visit BasicNeedsNJ.gov
The Food Assistance Program offers limited assistance in the form of Emergency Meal Vouchers, intended to supplement students with access to meals and proper nutrition during a crisis/emergency.
If you are facing food insecurity due to a recent emergency, please submit a Care referral to connect with a case manager to go over available resources. Click here to submit a Care referral.
Too Good To Go can help you find discounted food via Surprise Bags and Parcels.
AtlantiCare's Community Mobile Market offers affordable groceries at various sites in Atlantic City.
Get Involved, Give Back
I appreciate everyone who works at the pantry and everyone who is donating to help us students.
The Food Assistance Program appreciates the students, faculty, and staff who volunteer with us! Fill out the volunteer form below or email FoodAssistanceProgram@stockton.edu to see how you can get involved with the Program. Interest forms are typically reviewed quarterly.
Donations
The Osprey Pantry is grateful to accept donations of non-perishable, non-expired food and personal care items. Click here to see items most needed. Our Amazon wish list allows donors to send needed items directly to us! Other donations can be brought directly to an Osprey Pantry location during operating hours.
Monetary donations are accepted via the Stockton University Foundation by selecting "Food Assistance Program" as your designation.
To coordinate an alternative donation or delivery, please contact FoodAssistanceProgram@stockton.edu
