UC Riverside Basic Needs
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Supporting Highlanders by providing emergency food resources. To support our work through a financial donation: go.ucr.edu/rpantryhelp
R’Pantry Grab-&-Go Grocery Bags (Fresh Produce & Dry Goods)
To schedule an appointment visit: rpantry.youcanbook.me
Stater Brothers Grocery Card Pick-Up |“No Contact” Lockboxes at Pentland Hills
To schedule an appointment visit grocerysupportlockbox.youcanbook.me
Target Grocery e-Card | Delivered to UCR e-mail
To schedule an appointment visit: grocerysupportecards.youcanbook.me
The R'Pantry
06/04/2026
Highlanders! Here are our department’s hours for finals week June 8 - 12th, best of luck on your finals! 😊
Reminder! Pop-Up Pantry and Satellite Pantry will be closed until Fall 2026.
Summer hours coming soon!
05/12/2026
Level up your housing search with Basic Needs x ResEd! Catch us at our Apartment Hunting: Off-Campus Journey workshop for all the must-know tips on finding your next apartment.
May 12th 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM North District 2, Building C
Boba provided while supplies last!
05/06/2026
Hi graduate students!! Please join us for a Sip & Slurp social on Wednesday, May 13th from 1:00pm - 3:00pm in HUB 383 to enjoying FREE grab & go instant ramen and drinks (e.g., energy drinks, fruit juices) (while supplies last)! In addition, all graduate students who attend will be automatically entered into a drawing for 1 of 10 FREE $50 Grocery Outlet gift cards. Hope to see you there!!😊🍜
Skip the Wait — Get Approved Same Day!
Join us on April 30th for a special CalFresh event where county workers will be on campus to help you complete your application and interview on the spot!
✅ Get screened
✅ Complete your interview
✅ Receive your EBT card the same day if approved!
📌 Appointments are strongly recommended due to limited walk-in availability.
To book an appointment:
Stop by the Basic Needs Center (Costo Hall 110) or connect with a CalFresh intern via an online appointment to complete a quick pre-screen and gather your documents.
Want a head start?
Come to our Sip Into Benefits event on April 22 at the Bell Tower to get pre-screened and secure your appointment early!
Don’t miss this chance to get the support you deserve!
anything else you seem fit please!
04/13/2026
Here’s to our student staff team! Thank you for all you do each & every day 🐻
04/09/2026
Hey Highlanders! Curious if you qualify for CalFresh? Stop by to get pre-screened and find out! Our team will help you understand your eligibility and next steps.
If you qualify, you’ll be able to schedule an appointment to complete your application and even get your EBT card printed at our follow-up event on 4/30!
💚 Plus, enjoy a free iced matcha after you get Pre-screened (while supplies last)!
Come sip, learn, and take a step toward better access to food resources 🍽️
03/31/2026
💳 Money for groceries while you’re in college? Yes, really.
The Basic Needs Department will be hosting CalFresh events all quarter long to help Highlanders learn about eligibility and apply for benefits.
Our CalFresh interns will be there to pre-screen students, answer questions, and help with the application process.
📍 Stop by an event and see if you qualify!
03/20/2026
Highlanders! Here are our hours for spring break! We hope you enjoy your break! 🤗🐻
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