The Student Food Pantry provides access to food for ALL currently enrolled Delta College students.
Visit the Student Food Pantry!
Location / Phone
Shima 101
(209) 954 -5576
Spring 2025 Hours
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Wednesday: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Thursday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
We are closed holidays and during campus breaks. Please reference the Academic Calendar.
Before Your First Visit
The Food Pantry is available to all currently enrolled Delta College students who have completed the online Student Food Pantry application. Follow these steps to access PantrySoft through your MyDelta Dashboard and gain access to the Food Pantry for the academic year:
- Log in to MyDelta: Visit the MyDelta Dashboard and log in using your Delta College student credentials.
- Locate the PantrySoft Tile: On your MyDelta Dashboard, look for the PantrySoft Tile. This is where you'll complete your Food Pantry application.
- Complete the Online Application: Click on the PantrySoft Tile and follow the instructions to fill the online application out. Be sure to provide all required information.
- Submit Your Application: After submitting your application, you'll have access to the Food Pantry for the entire academic year.
How to Use the Student Food Pantry
- Submit a Student Food Pantry Application: To get started, you must complete the Student Food Pantry application through the MyDelta portal. Here's how:
- Log in to the MyDelta Portal using your Delta College student credentials.
- Navigate to your MyDelta Dashboard and locate the PantrySoft Tile.
- Click on the tile and follow the instructions to fill out and submit the online application.
- Check-in at the Front Desk: When visiting the Food Pantry, students must check in at the front desk by scanning their Student ID card before selecting items.
- Points System:
- Students are allowed 16 points per week during their visit.
- Each item in the pantry is marked with a point value (1, 2, or 3 points).
- Reusable Bags Bonus: Students who bring their own reusable bags are awarded 2 extra points during their once-weekly visit.
NOTICE: To make sure everyone has access to a variety of resources, we kindly ask students to avoid selecting identical or duplicate items. This helps ensure fairness and availability for all who visit the pantry.
By following these steps, you can make the most of the Student Food Pantry resources. If you have questions or need assistance, feel free to contact the Food Pantry team!
Make a Donation to the Food Pantry
Financial Donations
The San Joaquin Delta College Student Food Pantry operates as a 501c(3) under the Delta College Foundation. All donations are tax deductible and individuals will be mailed a letter with the Delta College Foundation tax information at a later date.
Nonperishable Items Being Accepted:
Please note: The Student Food Pantry cannot accept opened/expired food.
Please call the Student Food Pantry at (209) 954-5576 to schedule a time to drop items off.
- Canned Meats
- Canned Vegetables
- Canned Soups
- Cereal
- Canned Tomato Products
- Peanut Butter
- Canned Fruit
- Condiments
- Dried Pasta, Rice, and Beans
- Shelf stable Milk, Soy Milk, and Almond Milk
Shop Online for Items to Donate!
Use our Amazon wish list to purchase items to donate to the Student Food Pantry.