The mission of Billiken Bounty is to provide a sustainable on-campus resource to help
alleviate food insecurity among Saint Louis University students. The project is guided
by the values of privacy, professionalism, respect and dignity. 
In partnership with the Center for Social Action and the Dean of Students Office, and in the name of cura personalis, SLU student leaders have created a structure for a safe place to obtain groceries, where Saint Louis University students can choose from a variety of healthy foods to attain food security. The pantry also serves as a catalyst of positive change for SLU students by providing information and connection to other local and campus resources for personal and academic success.
Operation
In person shopping has resumed for Billiken Bounty clients. In accordance with University policy, a mask must be worn when in the pantry. The in-person shopping hours for the spring 2022 semester are:
- Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
- Friday - Sunday, 12 p.m.-4 p.m.
Fresh Produce Pick-Up
Billiken Bounty has partnered with Campus Kitchen to bring you fresh produce. Students can drop in 11 a.m. -2 p.m. on Sundays or 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Mondays. Students can go to the Reinert kitchen and choose from a variety of fresh produce. There will be a Billiken Bounty volunteer in the kitchen who can help answer questions, guide students to the fridges, and check out clients.
Donations
Donations of food and supplies can be dropped of during Billiken Bounty's open hours (see above) in Room 226 of the Center for Global Citizenship.
Monetary donations can also be made to keep our shelves stocked and continue supporting our students. Donations can be made at giving.slu.edu/billikenbounty.
| Most Needed Items | |
|---|---|
| bread | paper towels |
| canned fruits/vegetables | toilet paper |
| rice | condiments |
| pasta | tide pods |
| cereals | feminine hygiene (pads) |
| cooking oil | mac and cheese |
Shelf Sponsorships
One way to get involved and support Billiken Bounty's mission is through a shelf sponsorship. These semester-long monetary or food commitments help to keep our shelves stocked.
Anyone can be a shelf sponsor including, but not limited to individuals, departments, clubs and student organizations. As a shelf sponsor you are welcome to visit the pantry anytime we are open. You will also receive semesterly updates about the pantry and information about pantry organization volunteer days, which are open to the whole SLU community. Billiken Bounty is grateful for any and all support from our generous donors. Thank you for considering a Shelf Sponsorship!
Deadlines for Monetary Donations
Payments for fall semester must be received by October 1.
Payments for spring semester must be received by March 1.
Sign Up for a Shelf Sponsorship
Please only fill out this form if you can commit to a semester-long commitment of either funds or food. If you would like to give a one-time donation, please visit giving.slu.edu/BillikenBounty. If you would like to donate to or get involved with Billiken Bounty in any other capacity please email billikenbounty@slu.edu.
Social Media
Follow our social media for the most up to date information on Billiken Bounty and community resources on Facebook and Instagram.
If you know of a student that needs our resources during this time, please pass this information along to them. Contact billikenbounty@slu.edu with any questions or if there is any way we can better serve you.
More Resources
- Dean of Students Office
- Student Financial Services
- University Counseling Center
- Campus Ministry
- St. Louis Area Foodbank
It's honestly a major stress reliever since I am an international student and I have a lot of other expenses to take care of. This really helps me manage my funds better and have well balanced meals."
Billiken Bounty Client