Welcome to the Cal State LA Food Pantry!

We’re glad you’re here. The Cal State LA Food Pantry is a free resource for currently enrolled, degree-seeking students experiencing food insecurity. We’re here to help make access to nutritious food a little easier.

The pantry offers a variety of fresh produce, perishable, and nonperishable foods. Students may visit once a week by appointment.

Dates & Location

Monday–Thursday
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Student Union, 3rd Floor, Room 308E

How It Works

1) Register once each semester
Complete the pantry registration form at the beginning of each semester.

2) Schedule your visit
Choose an available appointment time up to 7 days in advance. You can check in anytime during the hour of your scheduled appointment.

3) Check in and shop
Check in using your CIN or OneCard, then select your food items using the pantry kiosk.

Your weekly points
You’ll receive 10–12 points each week to use toward available food items. Most items are valued at 1–2 points. Your points reset every Monday.

We look forward to welcoming you to the pantry and supporting you throughout the semester.

Questions or concerns? Please email us at foodpantry@calstatela.edu or call 323-343-3003