Welcome to The Pantry!
The Pantry is a vital resource dedicated to supporting Southwest students who are facing food insecurity and financial challenges. It provides perishable and non-perishable food items to help ensure that no student has to choose between their education and their next meal.
Southwest proudly established The Pantry in August 2024 through a generous $35,000 donation from Kroger’s Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation, which is deeply committed to creating communities where hunger and waste are eradicated, paving the way for a brighter future.
At Southwest, we understand that a student's ability to learn and thrive is significantly
impacted by their access to basic necessities. By addressing the critical need for
food, The Pantry enables students to focus on their studies without the distraction
of hunger, empowering them to succeed academically and beyond.
Access to The Pantry
- Currently, The Pantry can be used by students twice a month.
- Students must provide their Southwest Student ID Badge.
- Students must make an appointment to visit The Pantry. To sign up for an appointment, you must complete this form: Book time with Brittman, Tabatha K.: Pantry Appointment
- Students will be required to complete a pantry visitation form upon arrival.
- The Pantry will have a staff person onsite during hours of operation.
Donations
If you are interested in donating in-kind and monetary donations to The Pantry, please
contact Tabatha Brittman.
Additional Resources Available in the Community
To find out if you may qualify for various state benefits, text the word BENEFITS to 211211 to use the free screening tool.
Access the Memphis’ resources link called “211” at https://tn211.myresourcedirectory.com/
Contact the United Way of the Mid-South:
- https://uwmidsouth.org/get-help-now/
- Driving the Dream (DTD) Call Center: (844) 444-4211
- https://www.findhelp.org
Contact Us
- Tabatha Brittman, Social Services Coordinator
- 901-333-5276
- socialservices@southwest.tn.edu
The Pantry Locations
Macon Cove Campus
Inside The Taste Cafeteria (FA 1102-A)
Monday – Tuesday
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Union Avenue Campus
Inside B Building (Suite B212 E)
Wednesday – Thursday
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Closed on Fridays
Maxine A. Smith and Whitehaven centers soon to come.
