The Bear Pantry on Missouri State’s campus has seen massive growth this school year. From usage of resources to an increased interest in supporting our initiative to end food insecurity read for more information on how you can contribute to our mission: 1. Volunteer Sign up to volunteer on GivePulse. Each time slot is 2 hours. Please only sign up for time slots you … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Get Involved with the Bear Pantry
November 13-21, 2021 is Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week. During this week, people come together across the country to bring attention to hunger and homelessness. In the United States, many Americans have to choose between which basic necessities they can afford for that day, week, month. For instance: 37.2 million Americans live below the poverty level. 44 … [Read more...] about Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week
The Peace Corps Prep program is a flexible certificate that can easily be earned in conjunction with most Missouri State degree programs. This program allows for a variety of interests in: Agriculture Community and economic development Education Environment Health Youth Development There is plenty of room to expand your service skills … [Read more...] about Globalize our Campus through Peace Corps Prep
What is the Diaper Bank of the Ozarks? The Diaper Bank of the Ozarks' vision is to meet needs for all babies. They provide disposable and cloth diapers to partner agencies serving families in need throughout the Ozarks. Did You Know? Public assistance programs (such as SNAP) do not cover the cost of diapers 1 out of every 3 families struggle to afford … [Read more...] about “Keeping Babies Healthy and Happy” With Diaper Bank of the Ozarks
This year has been a crazy one for the Bear Pantry so far! We are so excited that more people are finding out about the pantry and signing up! For the 21-22 school year, we already have 276 new members. This is a record breaking amount of sign ups for this early in the year. By this time last year, we only had 135 new members. Having more members also means more items flying … [Read more...] about Bear Pantry Growth for the 21-22 School Year