About the Pantry
The university is pleased to
offer this resource to our students. Our
pantry was established in Spring 2019 and is managed by the Office of Student Involvement under the direction of the Dean of Students Office. The Colonial Cupboard is located on the 2nd
floor of the Nicholson Center. The
pantry is designed to meet the immediate food needs for all of our currently
registered students. All undergraduate
and graduate students are welcome to use the pantry as we know that food
insecurity can impact the ability of our students to achieve their academic,
professional, and personal goals.
Robert Morris University and
the Colonial Cupboard are members of the College and University Food Bank
Alliance. For more information about the
pantry, please contact the Office of Student Involvement at studentlife@rmu.edu or by phone at 412-397-5956.
Given COVID-19 restrictions, the Colonial Cupboard operations have been modified. Please contact our office by phone to learn more about how access to the pantry will be provided for the Fall 2020 semester.
How to Donate
The pantry welcomes donations
of non-perishable food items.
Arrangements can be made to accommodate limited donations of perishable
items, fresh fruits and vegetables. The
pantry can accommodate items that must be refrigerated or frozen.
Favorite items include:
Soups
Spaghetti sauce
Peanut butter and
Jelly
Canned vegetables
and fruit cups
Packaged items
such as instant potatoes, rice, pasta, and macaroni and cheese
Juice and other
bottled beverages
Breakfast items
(cereal, pancake mix, syrup, pop tarts and muffins
Snack items such
as salsa, chips, microwave popcorn, cookies, and granola bars
We also have a section of the
pantry for basic necessities and personal care items. Soap, toilet paper, tissues, toothpaste,
feminine hygiene products, cleaning supplies, and laundry soap are much
appreciated by our students.
Individuals or organizations
wishing to organize a drive or make a monetary donation should contact the Office of Student Involvement at studentlife@rmu.edu or by phone at 412-397-5956.
Additional Community Resources
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank: https://www.pittsburghfoodbank.org/get-help/
Allegheny County 211: http://pa211sw.org/
RMU Student Emergency Fund: 412-397-6483
