Barnett Irvine Cherry Pantry

The Barnett Irvine Cherry Pantry is Temple University's food pantry, located on the first floor of the Howard Gittis Student Center.

Since opening in 2018, the Barnett Irvine Cherry Pantry has become a cornerstone of Temple University’s basic needs support offerings. Originally providing nonperishable goods and hygiene items on main campus, services have expanded to satellite locations at the Ambler, Health Sciences, and Center City campuses. Other additions, such as a fridge for fresh fruits and veggies and a menstrual product vending machine, have increased the support available for students. The Cherry Pantry’s mission is to combat hunger in the Temple community by supplying nutritious emergency food while providing equal treatment to all who visit the pantry.

Summer 2026 Hours

Beginning May 4th, 2026

Monday 10am-4pm

Tuesday 10am-4pm

Wednesday 10am-4pm

Thursday closed

Friday closed

Contact Information

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Cherry Pantry located?

The Cherry Pantry is located on the lower level of the Howard Gittis Student Center.

Who can access the pantry?

The Cherry Pantry serves everyone in the Temple Community. This includes undergraduate students, graduate students, faculty and staff.

How does it work?

Using our services is always free.Each member of the Temple Community receives 16 points per week for non-perishable food, with unlimited access to perishable items and hygiene products. Non-perishables are assigned point values: 1 point for side dishes, 2 for meals, and 3 for items serving multiple meals.

What should I bring with me?

Be sure to bring your OwlCard and a reusable shopping bag with you.

Do I need to show ID or proof of income?

Please bring your OwlCard with you. No registration is required — our goal is to make accessing essential needs as easy and barrier-free as possible.

Can I volunteer? How do I sign up?

The Cherry Pantry is supported by a team of student volunteers. We accept new volunteers at the beginning of each term. To be notified when applications open, subscribe to our newsletter here.

What types of food are available?

We offer a variety of non-perishable items such as canned goods, pasta, rice, soups, and cereal. Perishable items like fresh produce, dairy, frozen meals, and bread are also available, depending on supply. We also offer baby formula and diapers to support parenting students. Options may vary week to week based on donations and inventory.

Are hygiene products available?

Yes, hygiene products are available. We offer a range of items such as soap, shampoo, conditioner, toothbrushes, menstrual products, and more.