The Elm

Did you know that approximately 20.8 percent of UMB students were worried whether their food would run out before they got money to buy more?

The adverse effects of food insecurity on student mental and physical health can be seen on college campuses across the country. As a recognized Hunger-Free Campus, UMB is committed to supporting students experiencing food insecurity through traditional and innovative initiatives. 

What is the 30-day meal kit challenge?

Each spring, the UMB Division of Student Affairs and the Office of Philanthropy partner to feature the UMB Student Pantry and collect monetary gifts to help sustain its meal kit program for the upcoming months.

This year’s challenge will run from April 22 to May 21.

What is the challenge goal?

Our goal is to secure funding for 300 meal kits ($3,000) in 30 days. Each kit costs $10 to create and provides four servings of food per student.

As of today, we are 57 percent to goal. Thank you to the faculty and staff who have already participated in this year’s challenge. 

To make your gift, please visit www.umaryland.edu/studentpantry/give.