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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

All students participating in Pirates' Pantry for Spring 2026 and enrolled in Summer 2026 courses will continue to receive services throughout the Summer 2026 semester 

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. Contact Pirates' Pantry at (209)575-7902 or email at MJC_BasicNeeds@mjc.edu 
  2. Attend a Workshop or Schedule a One on One with one of the Pantry Student Representatives
    • The following Documents are required:
      • Student ID screenshot/physical)
      • Supporting Documents
  3. Complete a Basic Needs Application, this is done during workshops

Once enrolled in the Pirates' Pantry, grocery walk-in forms will be emailed to you via your MJC email.

Pirates' Pantry Services

Grocery Walk-Ins

Receive a variety of groceries (canned goods, meat, produce, etc.) twice a month! This can be done in person inside the MSR Building. Summer semester grocery walk ins will start May 18th. 

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

Each semester, eligible students must request a meal plan through Pirates' Pantry. After the request is processed, a $144 declining balance will be available under "Food Service" in the TouchNet 360u app wallet. 

*Eligibility determined by financial aid unmet need and credited course enrollment 

  • 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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