Support PAWS Pantry

Filling the need

There has been a growing trend of food insecurity and homelessness amongst college students across the nation. These issues can directly impact a student’s education and personal growth.

How can I support the pantry?

Food and supply donations The pantry accepts non-perishable foods and hygiene products year-round. Please see below for our wish list items and how to drop them off to us.

Monetary Donations Allow us to purchase needed items, and supply students with perishable items like bread, milk, and eggs from local stores. Any checks should be made payable to “FSU Foundation - #70241” and can be dropped off at the above locations or visit the Foundation Website to donate online.

PAWS Pantry Wish List

The pantry relies on donations to provide students with much needed resources. In addition to the items listed below, we've created an Amazon Wish List. Items purchased will be delivered directly to us!

Below is a list of items the pantry regularly needs. Items can be dropped off during normal operating hours or in the donation box on the side porch! If you don't live in the area but would like to send us items listed, please have them shipped to the address below. Some of the items below can also be found in the Amazon Wish List linked above.

Paws Pantry
c/o Kristina Thompson
Frostburg State University
20 Braddock Road
Frostburg, MD 21532

Non-perishables Students appreciate microwavable items or cans that have pop-tops. Many of our students live in the residence halls so utilize their microwave frequently and/or do not have pots and pans to cook items on the stove.

90 second rice
Breakfast items (oatmeal, grits, breakfast bars, granola bars, cereal, SHELF STABLE milk)
Brownie, cupcake, cake, muffin mix
Canned goods (veggies, different soups, fruit, variety of beans, spaghetti sauce)
Canned meals (i.e. Chef Boyardee)
Chicken, beef, or shrimp ramen
Condiments
Flavored rice (chicken, beef, Spanish rice, etc.)
Frozen fruit, vegetables, meat, meals (DO NOT leave frozen items in the donation box or have them shipped; please drop off during operating hours OR email pawspantry@frostburg.edu to schedule a drop-off time)
Gluten-free snacks
Hamburger helper
Pasta sides (i.e. Knorr's)
Mac & Cheese
Peanut butter and jelly
Sodas
Uncooked pasta
Variety of canned soups
Variety of seasonings
Variety of snacks (chips a hoy Oreos, candy, variety boxes of chips, popcorn, pudding/Jell-O, etc.)
Vegetarian/vegan options
Water bottles
White or brown rice