Why have an advisory group?

• Members from different areas of experience and expertise can provide unique perspectives and skill sets

• More representation can increase awareness and support for the food shelf

• A committee can provide a foundation for support and accountability

Tasks of an advisory group

• Help establish needs for a pantry

• Determine purpose, scope, and budget

• Work to create/modify policies including logistics, layout, privacy, etc.

• Use feedback to determine response

• Increase awareness of the pantry as an essential student resource (e.g., tabling during student orientation)