UMass Boston

Ways to Give

 Announcements

  • Please call us at 617.287.3190 to arrange a food donation. We ask that you contact us first before hosting a Food Drive for our benefit. We thank you in advance for your generosity.

U-ACCESS relies on the UMass Boston community to support its operations. In addition to the below list of staples, click here to view the U-ACCESS Amazon Wishlist! Thank you for your support!

Donate Items for the Food Pantry

Specialty foods and toiletries are needed all year-round to keep the pantry going. Students love grab & go items, snacks, and high protein foods.  We do not accept food that has expired or is past its best-by date. We are not able to accept any other items like clothing, electronics, or household items in our location.

Most Needed Food Items

Health Foods Bottled Water Fresh Produce
Peanut Butter Pancake Mix Ramen Noodles
Fruit Cups Syrup Microwave Popcorn
Dried Fruit Cereal Bars Muffins
Canned Ravioli Chips Cookies
Easy Mac Pudding Cups Bagels
Boxed Cereal Snacks Bread
Candy Juice Desserts
Instant Oatmeal Granola Bars Instant Rice

Needed Miscellaneous and Toiletry Items 

Toilet Paper Feminine Hygiene Products Hand Soap
Shampoo/Conditioner Laundry Detergent Dishwasher Soap
Can Opener Dryer Sheets Deodorant 
Toothpaste Paper Towels Cleaning Products
Body Lotion Body Soap Disinfectant Wipes
Tissues Bandaids  Floss
Nail Clippers/Tweezers Face Soap/Face Lotion Mouth Wash
Razors/Shaving Cream Makeup Remover Sunscreen


We also accept any and all school supplies, especially notebooks! Thank you for your commitment to supporting U-ACCESS!

Giving to UMass Boston

Support UMass Boston students who suffer financial and personal hardship, including poverty and homelessness through a gift to the U-ACCESS Program.

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