Jack's Cupboard
Our goal is to alleviate food insecurity among SDSU students by providing food and personal care items to Jackrabbits who need them.
Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 3-6 p.m.
Location: (south side)
**Students can shop at Jack's Cupboard once a week. Items you get from the cupboard should supply you for a week.
Hours are subject to change due to weather, holiday breaks and at the beginning of a new semester. Check here for updates.
How it Works
- Bring your student ID and a reusable bag for your items to Jack's Cupboard in .
- If you don't have a bag, you can request one at the front desk.
- Shop from the shelves.
- Please only take what you would use for the week and follow any posted signs.
- Check out at the front desk when you are done.
- You will be asked to scan your student ID, and a volunteer at the desk will weigh your items.
Once you have checked out, you're good to go!
Who does Jack’s Cupboard serve and who is eligible?
Currently enrolled SDSU students.
When is Jack’s Cupboard open?
Hours are subject to change due to weather, holiday breaks and at the beginning of a new semester. Check the hours of operation for current hours.
What information is collected?
- Student ID number
- Household number
- Age range
What items are offered?
It varies.
How can I donate?
Read more about how to donate and our various needs, including volunteers!
What is Cash Course? What is the access code?
- Cash Course is a real-life money guide, helping students and staff learn how to earn, save, invest, protect, borrow and pay for their education.
- Access code: 4627
- To register:
- Go to .
- Click Register Now.
- Select Yes, I have a code and enter the four digit access code above.
- Provide your name and email address.
- Verify your account.
- Pick a username. You can make up your own or use the prepopulated suggestion.
- Click the Let's Get Started! play button.
Please note:
Donated food must be prepackaged items that are shelf-stable or can be frozen.
Recommended Donation Items
- Blocks of cheese, cream cheese and butter
- Frozen products such as pizzas, frozen dinners and meat options
- Canned soup or bagged soup mixes
- Pasta and pasta sauces
- Bread, rice and other grains
- Evaporated, powdered and boxed milk
- Canned fruits and vegetables
- Dried fruits
- Cereal and oatmeal
- Canned chicken and canned tuna
- Peanut butter and jelly
- Condiments
- Prepackaged snack items
- Cake, brownie and pancake mixes
- Baking items (baking soda, baking powder, salt, etc.)
- Personal care items (toothbrushes, toothpaste, tampons, pads, shampoo, body wash, laundry detergent, toilet paper, etc.)
Where to Donate
Donations are accepted at:
- Jack's Cupboard during normal hours of operation.
- Housing and Residential Life Office weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- University Student Union during hours of operation.
- University Police Department 24/7.
If you have a large donation, please contact sdsu.jackscupboard@sdstate.edu to set up a drop-off time.
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