Food Insecurity

Mobile Pantry Operations and Food Insecurity Trends 2025

Introduction & Objectives

The ASUCD Pantry is a vital resource that works to address food insecurity in the UC Davis community by providing essential resources such as prepared food and fresh produce. Established in 2010 and officially launched in 2011, The Pantry has become a system for students for over a decade. Each academic year, more than 100 volunteers contribute their time to provide approximately 1,200 students with food and other essential items each week (ASUCD Pantry).