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Access to nutritious food is essential for academic success and overall well-being. This page connects you to on- and off-campus resources designed to support SJSU students and their families in meeting their nutritional needs.
On Campus Resources
On Campus Resources
The Spartan Food Pantry is a food assistance program offering dry goods, fresh produce, and refrigerated items to eligible SJSU students. Pantry users can visit the Pantry to receive food assistance once per calendar week.
Location: Student Union exterior door (across from Engineering Building)
Phone: (408)-924-1234
Email: spartanfoodpantry@sjsu.edu
SJSU Cares may assist you in applying for CalFresh Food. CalFresh Food, known federally as SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), provides a monthly cash supplement loaded onto a debit/EBT card to purchase groceries. CalFresh Food assistance has helped many students who are experiencing budget restraints.
To request Calfresh Food Sign-Up Assistance, send an email!
Phone: 408-924-1234
Email: calfresh@sjsu.edu
CHEW (Cooking Healthy, Eating Well) classes are hands-on cooking workshops where students can gain the confidence and skills needed to cook at home. They aim to teach students how to prepare quick and easy meals using seasonal, low-cost ingredients.
Location: Student Wellness Center (across from the Event Center)
Phone: 408-924-5678
Email: studentwellnesscenter@sjsu.edu
The community garden is a place where students can learn and participate in the process of growing food sustainably, but it continues beyond there! Students can also harvest and enjoy organic, free, and locally-grown produce. This space provides a place for student initiative, cooperation, and cultural exchange using the growing of food as an exploration of community involvement.
Location: 372 E. San Salvador Street (across from the Dining Commons)
Phone: (408)-924-6242
Email: ruby.howard@sjsu.edu (Garden Coordinator)
Off Campus Resources
Off Campus Resources
Second Harvest of Silicon Valley provides food assistance to those in need throughout Santa Clara and San Mateo counties. They offer various programs including food distribution, CalFresh assistance, and nutrition education.
Address: 750 Curtner Avenue, San Jose, CA 95125
Phone: 408-266-8866
Eligibility: Varies by program, call for details
Food locator: https://www.shfb.org/get-food/#tool
Sacred Heart Community Service offers food, clothing, housing assistance, and other support services to low-income individuals and families in San Jose. They provide both emergency and long-term assistance.
Address: 1381 S. First St., San Jose, CA 95110
Phone: 408-278-2160
Eligibility: Low-income residents of Santa Clara County
Martha's Kitchen serves hot meals to any individual in need.
Address: 311 Willow Street, San Jose, CA 95110
Phone: 408-293-6111
Eligibility: Open to all in need
Loaves & Fishes Family Kitchen offers hot meals to low-income individuals and families throughout Santa Clara County.
Address: 1500 Berger Drive, San Jose, CA 95112
Phone: 408-922-9085
Eligibility: Low-income residents of Santa Clara County
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