Paw Pantry
Who We Are
The Paw Pantry is a community-wide movement to reduce food insecurity and promote wellbeing at Clemson University. The Pantry is available to any current student with a valid CUID. Congruent with Clemson’s ethic of care for one another, we strive to ensure students’ foundational and nutritional needs are met.
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Goods And Services
The Paw Pantry seeks to have a variety of food and personal items available but is dependent on donations. Pantry users can expect to find the following items in the pantry although items cannot be guaranteed.
Category Items Non-perishables -
Canned soups, meats, fruits, and vegetables
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Pasta, rice, and beans
Household Items -
Toilet paper, paper towels, napkins, and tissues
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Can openers, cups, and assorted utensils
School Supplies -
Pencils, pens, and paper
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Binders and notebooks
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Miscellaneous textbooks
Hygienic Products -
Shampoo/conditioner, toothpaste/toothbrushes, and deodorant
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Soaps and laundry detergent
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Feminine hygiene products
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Hours of Operation
Hours of Operation for Fall 2022:
Day Hour Sunday 1-3 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Monday 10 a.m. -12 p.m. Tuesday 3-5 p.m. Wednesday 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Friday 3-5 p.m. Saturday 12-1 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Open hours are strictly for clients to use the pantry. Please fill out the donation drop off form if you wish to find a time to donate.
No Appointment Necessary!
Contact Us if these times do not work out and we will try to set something up.
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Contact The Pantry
Get in touch with The Paw Pantry to learn more about our work and how you can get involved.
Email us at pawpantry@clemson.edu or give us a call at 864-372-6879
Find us at Sirrine Hall, Room 233, Clemson SC, 29631
Get Involved or Donate
Educational Outreach
With our mission always in mind, we strive to find new partnerships throughout the community. Educational Outreach is something that we take very seriously, which is why our team visits different organizations throughout the community to provide brief presentations about our mission.
Volunteering
The Paw Pantry would not be possible without our volunteers. Volunteers are selected at the beginning of each semester. Volunteer applications for Spring 2022 can be found here.
Food Donation Drop-Off
At The Paw Pantry, we are dedicated to making sure all students' foundational and nutritional needs are met. If you are interested in donating to the Paw Pantry, we ask that you schedule an appointment with us so that we may maintain confidentiality during our open hours. We are always striving to make a difference, and invite you to learn more and lend your support. Send us an email if you are interested in hosting a drive.
Drop Off Hours:
- Monday's – 3-5 p.m.
- Wednesday's - 12-2 p.m.
- Friday's – 9-11 a.m.
- Sunday's - 5-7 p.m.
Suggested Donations List:
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Food
- Cereal
- Granola
- Snacks (granola bars, popcorn, etc.)
- Pancake mix
- Masa flour
- Coffee
- Oatmeal
- Breakfast items
- Seasonings/spices
- Jelly
- Quinoa
- Couscous
- Rice (white, brown, jasmine, etc.)
- Dried lentils
- Dried beans
- Nuts (almonds, pistachios, etc.)
- Olive oil
- Avocado oil
- Soy sauce
- Sriracha
- Any healthy food/treats you would want to have in your home!
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Household Items
- Paper towels
- Toilet paper
- Dish soap
- Laundry detergent
- Dishwasher pods
- Cleaning supplies
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Hygienic Supplies
- Toothbrushes
- Toothpaste
- Body wash
- Deodorant
- Shaving cream
- Bars of soap
