Food Assistance and Additional Resources
Information about campus and community resources that can help MBU students meet their basic needs.
Campus Cupboard
Location: Kable House (Office of Student Engagement) on upper campus in Staunton
Hours: Regular university business hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday Contact email: studentsengage@marybaldwin.edu
The MBU Campus Cupboard is a shopping-style food pantry designed to combat food insecurity on campus, located in Kable House (Office of Student Engagement), beside the Student Activities Center.
Open to all students, it offers free access to a variety of resources, including frozen meals, canned goods, snacks, drinks, nonperishable items, and more.
The Campus Cupboard is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for anyone who needs or wants these resources, regardless of their financial situation.
Additionally, students visiting the cupboard will have the opportunity to complete a short survey, which helps them to access other campus resources including tutoring, joining organizations, overcoming homesickness, or finding someone to talk to.
The Campus Cupboard is more than just a pantry — it’s a hub of support, fostering student success and wellbeing.
It was established in 2020 through the generous support of founding donor and alumna Elia Durr Buck ’50 and other contributors.
Community Resources for Food Assistance
There are community resources available to help provide free groceries or a meal in the Staunton/Augusta County area.
- You can use the Food Finder created by Blue Ridge Area Food Bank to help find a pantry or other resources.
- If you live outside the area, you can visit Feeding America or Food Pantries.org for assistance.
- Before you visit any community agency, it’s a good idea to verify their hours of operation and find out what their process is like by visiting their website or calling them to ensure a successful visit.
Campus Closet
Contact studentsengage@marybaldwin.edu for more information
The Campus Closet is a clothing resource for all MBU students, with a specific focus on workplace clothing and interview attire. The closet provides students with access to free professional attire, so that they can confidently pursue their academic and career goals.