Get Involved

Make a difference—and help fellow Bears thrive.

Bear Pantry

When you support the Bear Pantry, you’re helping UNC students meet their basic needs so they can focus on their goals. Whether you volunteer your time or organize a donation drive, your involvement truly matters.

What Involvement Looks Like

How you can be a part of creating a more supportive UNC community!
A student restocks shelves.

Here is a example of restocking shift.

Volunteers pose for a photo at a mobile food pantry

Volunteer for the Mobile Food Pantry

Two students smiling and helping each other in the Bear Pantry.

Helping student check out with their items

Students collect canned goods at a food drive.

Hosting a Drive like Build for the Bear Pantry

Students throw a pie at a staff member for a fundraising event.

Hosting a fundraiser event!

How to Get Involved

Volunteer with Bear Pantry!

Become a Volunteer

The Bear Pantry relies on student volunteers to stay open and running smoothly. If you’re passionate about helping others and want to make a real impact on campus, send us an email! We’d love to have you on our team!

Host a Drive

Clubs, teams, campus offices, and community groups can all support the Bear Pantry by hosting a donation drive. We welcome donations of:

  • Non-perishable, unexpired, and unopened food
  • Personal hygiene items (unopened)
  • Baby essentials (diapers, wipes, formula only)
  • School supplies
  • Non-refrigerated produce
  • New or gently used utensils (measuring spoons, can openers, plates, Tupperware)
  • Monetary contributions