DEAN OF STUDENTS
Nourishing the Pride
The Hofstra Pride Pantry supports Hofstra University students, faculty, and staff who may be experiencing food insecurity. The pantry provides access to essential, nonperishable, and nutritious food items to help ensure reliable daily nourishment.
Our goal is to serve as many members of the Hofstra community as possible by offering a stable, supportive resource for those in need. By prioritizing healthy food options, the Pride Pantry helps promote overall well-being and academic and professional success.
Access to the Pride Pantry is available to individuals with a valid Hofstra ID. At this time, services are limited to current members of the Hofstra University community.
The food pantry is for the staff, faculty, and students of Hofstra University. The Pantry can be accessed by any of these community members during their hours of operation. Please note that to use the Pride Pantry you will need to bring your Hofstra ID and fill out a short, confidential online survey.
The Hofstra Food Pantry accepts nonperishable food donations. Based on research and feedback, the Hofstra Pride Pantry seeks to offer the campus community healthy food options. Stocked items can be expected to include the following:
- Canned protein
- Cereal (under 7 grams of sugar, at least 3 grams of fiber)
- Dried fruit with no added sugar
- Fruit canned in water or juice (not syrup)
- Fruit preserves
- Instant oatmeal
- Low-sodium soups
- Nuts
- Peanut butter
- Seeds/trail mixes
- Unsweetened applesauce
- Whole grain granola bars
- Gluten-free options
- Whole grain dried pastas
- Canned vegetables
The confidentiality of the participants is very important to the success and the mission of the program. All identifying information collected will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of improving the service that we provide to our community members.
We would like to thank the following partners in making the Pride Pantry a reality:
- The Office of Residence Life
- Dean of Students
- Residence Hall Association
- Student Government Association
- Office of Student Leadership and Engagement (OSLE)
- Student Health Center
- Student Counseling Services
- Department of Recreation and Intramural Sports
- Fraternity and Sorority Life
- National Residence Hall Honorary
- Broadway Marketing
- Compass Dining
The Dome Pride Pantry operates as a satellite location of the Hofstra Pride Pantry. The goal of the Dome Pride Pantry is to serve and support any Hofstra student, staff, and faculty who are at risk for food insecurity by providing them with nonperishable healthy food items. Individuals with a valid Hofstra ID card are eligible to use the Dome Pride Pantry. Please email domepridepantry@hofstra.edu to make an appointment.
The Pantry accepts donations during hours of operation. Please ensure that donations are nonperishable and unexpired.
Dented cans will not be accepted.
Please see list below of frequently requested items:
- Detergent pods
- Toothbrushes
- Toothpaste
- Dish soap
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Feminine hygiene products
- Vegan options
- Peanut Butter – single serving options
- Jam/Jelly – single serving options
- Pasta
- Tomato sauce – (small cans)
Contact Us
For questions on donations, volunteer opportunities, or feedback/comments, please email DeanofStudents@hofstra.edu.
Location
111 Mack Student Center
South Campus
Please bring your Hofstra ID to swipe into the space to utilize our services. The Pride Pantry is closed when the University is closed and is not open during intersession or the summer.
Hours
Spring 2026
Mondays: 2:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Tuesdays: 5 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesdays: 2 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Thursdays: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
The pantry is also accessible outside of open hours by emailing DeanofStudents@hofstra.edu during regular business hours: Mondays-Fridays, from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.