Host a 2024 Holiday Food Drive
The winter holidays are approaching, and many people are thinking of ways to give back to the community. Is your organization looking a for a meaningful way to give back during the holidays? Let's make a difference together! The MSU Student Food Bank supports over 300 individuals and families every week who are facing food insecurity. Contact us at foodbank@msu.edu for more information or to get started on your own drive!
Looking for a creative way to give back this year? In addition to the standard canned good food drives, which are always welcome, you can add some spice to your food drive by holding a:
- Spice Drive: Collect culturally preferred spices to enhance meals.
- Oil Drive: Cooking oils, like olive oil, are some of our most requested items.
- Personal Hygiene Drive: Soap, shampoo, deodorant, razors—these essentials make a big difference.
- Baking Supplies: Flour, sugar, vanilla, and other baking ingredients help create comfort and connection through food.
- Baking Kits/Mixes Drive: Brownie, cake, or dessert mixes are perfect for a fun and simple drive.
- Snack Drive: Prepackaged snacks like goldfish or granola bars are great for students and families.
- Condiment Drive: Soy sauce, hot sauce, ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, salsa, BBQ sauce, salad dressings, vinegar, sriracha—these condiments are in high demand.
What MSU Food Bank participants are saying about the impact you can make:
“The MSU Student Food Bank helps me and my family by providing essential food items every week. I'm grateful for their support, as it eases some of our financial burden.”
“With the cost of everything, it’s nice to know that MSU has the resources to provide their students with extra food. I always take advantage of the food bank and always encourage others to do it as well. I mostly cook my meals at home for me and my family, and I always recommend utilizing the food bank when necessary. Thank you all for your hard work and contributions to the food bank!”
“[The MSU Student Food Bank] helps me manage grocery items, reduce my financial burden, maintain the health of my family and myself, and stay focused on my studies.”
