Whether you’re a student on a low budget or a parent trying to keep the food bills at bay, we could all use some tips on managing our grocery budget properly so we can save more money. Grocery shopping on a budget doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your health. There are several easy ways to stretch your food budget and still enjoy delicious healthy meals. Here are just … [Read more...] about Utilize the Pantry for Your Food Budget
1. AmeriCorps at Missouri State University A new AmeriCorps Program - R.E.L.I.E.F. (Recovering from Covid-19 through Education, Local partnerships, Interdisciplinary Efforts, and Food assistance) - will be launching in Spring 2022 on MSU’s campus. Housed within the Center for Community Engagement and Service-Learning departments, 10 AmeriCorps positions are open for … [Read more...] about 2 Opportunities to Reduce Food-Insecurity within the Missouri State Community
As finals week approaches, life can get hectic and stressful with tests and projects sneaking up. Many are studying all-night, neglecting their well-being and health at this crucial time to put their grades first. To perform the best, include nutritious foods to fuel your brain and body. This is where the Bear Pantry can help! At the Bear Pantry, many … [Read more...] about Stay Studious During Finals Week with Help From The Bear Pantry
This fall 2021 semester, an astonishing amount of donations have been distributed to the Bear Pantry. In total, the pantry received had 6,724.83 lbs of items. This is compared 4,202 lbs of donations in fall semester 2020. This significant increase in donations has a lot to do with our growth in food drives and events that have been implemented to collect food and non-food … [Read more...] about A Semester of Donations: 2021 First Semester Spotlight
Right before Thanksgiving Break, FSL officially set a new record for our largest donation yet at 2,084 pounds! Many of the donated items were canned goods, along with other non-perishable foods like pasta, peanut butter, spaghetti sauce, and more. This is a great example of what it looks like to be a Citizen Bear! All of the items in the Bear Pantry are supplied … [Read more...] about Spotlight – FSL Supports the Bear Pantry