The mission of Billiken Bounty is to provide a sustainable on-campus resource to help
alleviate food insecurity among Saint Louis University students. The values of privacy,
professionalism, respect and dignity guide the project.
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 catalyzes positive change for SLU students by providing information and connection to other local and campus resources for personal and academic success.
Hours
In-person shopping has resumed for Billiken Bounty clients. The in-person shopping hours for the spring 2023 semester are:
- 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday - Thursday
- 12 p.m.-4 p.m., Friday - Sunday
The hours for fresh produce pickup with Campus Kitchen are:
- 4 p.m.-6 p.m., Monday and Wednesday
- 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Sunday
Fresh Produce Pick-Up
Billiken Bounty has partnered with Campus Kitchen to bring you fresh produce. Students can drop in from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Sunday, or 4 p.m.-6 p.m. on Monday. Students can choose from a variety of fresh produce at the Reinert kitchen. 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 off during Billiken Bounty's open hours (see above) in Room 226 of the Center for Global Citizenship.
Donate to the Billiken Bounty Pantry
Most Needed Items | |
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bread | paper towels |
canned fruits/vegetables | toilet paper |
rice | condiments |
pasta | tide pods |
cereals | feminine hygiene (pads) |
cooking oil | mac and cheese |
Shelf Sponsorships
A shelf sponsorship is one way to get involved and support Billiken Bounty's mission. These semester-long monetary or food commitments help to keep our shelves stocked.
Anyone can be a shelf sponsor, including individuals, departments, clubs and student organizations. As a shelf sponsor, you can 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 support from our generous donors. Thank you for considering a Shelf Sponsorship!
Deadlines for Monetary Donations
Payments for the fall semester must be received by October 1.
Payments for the spring semester must be received by March 1.
Sign Up for a Shelf Sponsorship
Please only complete 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 who 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