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Welcome to the Pirates' Pantry!

Current enrolled MJC students may be eligible to receive free food! We provide access to essential resources— so, students can focus on thriving academically and personally. All students must complete the Basic Needs Application before participating in our program. For more information complete the Basic Needs Inquiry Form and check your student email for more information on workshops.

Updates 

If you’re a student seeking assistance outside of our Pantry hours, please reach out to a staff member for additional support.

Hours are subject to change due to staff availability.

 

How to Join Pirates' Pantry

  1. Complete a Basic Needs Welcome Form 
  2. Come in to Pirates' Pantry on West or East Campus
  3. Let a student representative or lead know you've completed the form online and need services 
    1. Contact Basic Needs at (209)575-7901 or email at MJC_BasicNeeds@mjc.edu for any questions 

Pirates' Pantry Services

Grocery Walk-Ins

Receive groceries twice a month! Grocery distribution is available in person at the MSR Building on West Campus and the Student Center on East Campus. West Campus offers a variety of items, including canned goods, meat, and produce. Due to limited refrigeration capacity, East Campus provides nonperishable items only.

On-The-Go Snacks

Stop by the Pirates' Pantry to receive snacks, refreshments, and drinks, three times a week; brought to you by our MJC Hunger-FREE initiative.

Meal Plans / Food Service Vouchers

Meal Voucher Criteria:  

  • Students must be enrolled in 6 units or more 
  • Students must have an unmet need on file through financial aid 
  • Funding amount will be determined as stated below in accordance with the students current account balance 
    Current Account Balance  $0 - $35.99 $36 - $71.99 $72 - $107.99 $108 - $143.99
    Amount to be added  $140 $105  $75  $35 

Disclaimer: The amount added to your account will be based on your balance at the end of the day your request is submitted. If your account balance changes before the funds are deposited, those changes may not be included when calculating your award. 

Will be open to students after Fall 2026 Census date September 8th, 2026 and can be requested in Pirates' Pantry on Both campses or in the Basic Needs Office on West Campus. 

 

  • Hygiene/Cleaning products can be received once during one of the grocery pick-ups.
  • If additional hygiene products are needed, please speak to one of our staff for an accommodation.

 

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