Food Insecurity Initiatives
UNC Greensboro is proud to join the fight against Guilford County food insecurity. Guilford County is currently ranked as the #1 area of food insecurity in the entire United States of America. Between 2010-15 North Carolina has regularly ranked among the top ten states with the highest percentage of citizens experiencing food shortages.
Come and serve with UNC Greensboro-based food security initiatives in order to help our Guilford County and UNCG community.
Farmer Foodshare Donation Station
A North Carolina based non-profit that fights hunger by connecting people who grow food to people who need it through local farmer’s markets. UNCG volunteers manage our Donation Station at the Greensboro Farmers Curb Market where customers can donate produce or cash. Donated funds are then spent at the market to increase the purchasing power of the local farmers. If you are interested in volunteering, click here to join our GivePulse group. (Log in via UNCG)
Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week
At UNCG, the Office of Leadership & Civic Engagement works with campus partners and a student planning committee to plan and host a series of educational, service, fundraising, and advocacy events. Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week is November 13-21, 2021. Click here to learn more!
Empty Bowls
This annual event takes a stand against local food insecurity and hunger. Students, staff, and faculty are invited to paint ceramic bowls while learning more about UNCG food insecurity and the resources UNCG provides! These bowls are then sold to raise money for Spartan Open Pantry. Learn more about this year’s event here.
Spartan Open Pantry
Wesley-Luther Campus Ministries is proud to oversee the Spartan Open Pantry, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro’s food pantry for students and staff in need of assistance. From assistance for students who need a little help at the end of the month, to homeless students and families who depend on the pantry for complete support, the SOP assists our neighbors who need a hand. Volunteers are always needed! Sign-up to help at the pantry here or consider organizing your own food drive. Check with SOP to see what they need first!
If you have questions about current service opportunities, as well as suggestions for programming or new community partners, please email lead@uncg.edu.
Sources:
Data is from 2014 Hunger in America Study, by Feeding America and the Food Hardship in America 2012 Report from the Food Research and Action Center. http://ncfoodbanks.org/hunger-in-north-carolina/
