Donate to the Essential Needs Hub

Your generosity helps Temple students thrive. 

The Essential Needs Hub connects students with resources and support to navigate unexpected challenges and meet their essential needs. Community generosity plays an important role in making these resources accessible to students, whether through food, clothing, or other everyday necessities.

There are several ways to support our work and make a difference in the lives of Temple students.

Support the Cherry Pantry

The Cherry Pantry provides Temple students with access to free food and hygiene items. Your donations help us keep our shelves stocked with nutritious, culturally responsive options that meet the diverse needs of our student community. You can purchase items directly from our Amazon wishlist to support the pantry's most needed resources, make a financial contribution to the Cherry Pantry, or donate food in person. 

Food Donations

We welcome donations of nonperishable food and other pantry essentials.  We kindly ask that all food donations be unopened, non-expired, and in good condition. Shelf-stable items are especially helpful. Some of the most needed items include canned proteins such as tuna, chicken, or beans; peanut butter and other nut butters; pasta and rice; canned fruits and vegetables; shelf-stable milk or milk alternatives; breakfast items like cereal and oatmeal; and cooking essentials such as oil, flour, sugar, and spices.

Have a larger donation or want to organize a food drive? Coordinated food drives are a great way to bring your community together in support of Temple students, and we would love to work with you!

Temple Thrift

Temple Thrift provides students with access to clothing and other items at no cost, helping reduce financial barriers while promoting reuse and sustainability. We are especially looking to grow our selection of professional attire and Temple-branded clothing. If you are interested in donating, we welcome gently used items in good condition within these categories:

• Temple gear: Temple-branded clothing that helps students show their Owl pride.
• Professional attire: Clothing and accessories students can wear to interviews, internships, career fairs, and the workplace.

Donation Information

Physical donations for the Cherry Pantry and Temple Thrift can be dropped off at the Essential Needs Hub during our regular operating hours.

Thank you for investing in the well-being and success of Temple students. Every donation, whether large or small, helps create a community where students have the resources they need to succeed.