Our Story

Founded in 2012 as a student-led initiative with a single shelf, the Portland State University Food Pantry has evolved into an Oregon Food Bank Partner Agency. Today, our commitment to providing PSU students with free groceries in a welcoming, equitable, and trauma-informed manner is strengthened by the dedication of both our student leaders and a professional Pantry Coordinator.

We are grateful for the ongoing robust support from PSU and private donors, which complements our operating budget allocated by the Student Fee Committee (as a Student Operated Service within Student Activities and Leadership Programs). Additional food for students is generously funded through our PSU Foundation account.

Learn more about our growth and impact over the years by downloading our annual “fast facts” sheets below.