Prairie Wolf Pantry

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Nebraska Wesleyan University is dedicated to supporting students’ overall well-being. One example of this commitment is The Prairie Wolf Pantry, a free resource available to members of our campus community who may be experiencing food insecurity or facing financial hardship.

The Pantry is intended to help ensure that no student has to choose between purchasing food and meeting other essential expenses. The pantry helps address food insecurity by providing free access to nutritious food, hygiene products, and household essentials. It is operated from the generosity of monetary, in-kind and food donations from students, faculty, staff and alumni, and a partnership with The Food Bank of Lincoln, as well as the commitment of campus volunteers who staff it during hours of operation.

The pantry is located in Smith-Curtis Room 124.

Hours of Operation 

  • When school is in session, hours of operation are:
    • Monday 12-1 p.m. and 5-6 p.m.
    • Tuesday 12-1 p.m. and 5-6 p.m.
    • Wednesday 12-1 p.m.
    • Thursday 12-1 p.m.
    • Friday 12-1 p.m.
  • During the summer and off hours, the pantry is open by appointment. You can request an appointment by emailing nwupantry [at] nebrwesleyan.edu (nwupantry[at]nebrwesleyan[dot]edu). A member of the pantry board will contact you within 24 hours to schedule a time for you to come shop. You may also call the REC On-Call at (402) 601-2114 for assistance.
  • Please bring a backpack or reusable bags with you to carry your items home.

How to Donate

If you wish to donate items for distribution, you have options.

  • Cash or check – Checks (made out to NWU) and cash may be delivered or mailed to NWU Advancement, 5000 Saint Paul Ave, Smith-Curtis 310, Lincoln NE 68504. Please make sure your name and “Prairie Wolf Pantry” are noted so you can receive a charitable receipt.
  • Online donations – Debit and credit card gifts can be made online. Select “Prairie Wolf Pantry” for where you wish to direct your gift.
  • Drop-off Donations – Drop off items at the bins located outside the pantry door (Smith-Curtis Room 124). Download a receipt form.
  • Donation via Amazon – Login to the PWP Wish List on Amazon: Prairie Wolf Pantry Wish List and choose the items you would like to donate. Amazon will ship the items directly to the Prairie Wolf Pantry.

Most Popular Items

  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body Wash
  • Hairbrushes/ combs
  • Toothpaste
  • Toothbrushes
  • Deodorant
  • Laundry Pods
  • Dryer Sheets
  • Paper Towels
  • Toilet Paper
  • First aid supplies
  • Instant Rice
  • Ramen
  • Mac and Cheese
  • Bread
  • Tortillas
  • Tuna Pouches
  • Salmon Pouches
  • Canned Chicken
  • Canned Soup
  • Snacks

 

Thank you for your continued support.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.