The Pride Pantry at IU Columbus opened its doors in March 2023, thanks to a partnership with Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana. Since that first shipment arrived on March 6, Gleaners has been delivering fresh produce, pantry staples, and household essentials on a regular basis, helping us provide consistent support for our campus community.

The pantry stocks a variety of items, from fresh fruits and vegetables to snacks, breakfast foods, and hygiene products. By taking care of these basic needs, the Pride Pantry helps students focus on what matters most—their studies—without the stress of food insecurity.

Here’s where you come in: donations make a real difference. Because of our partnership with Gleaners, every dollar goes further, helping us stretch resources and provide even more healthy, fresh food to those who need it most. Your support directly fuels student success and strengthens our community.

The Pride Pantry is more than a place to pick up groceries; it’s a reflection of IU Columbus’s commitment to care, inclusion, and well-being. Together, we can ensure that everyone in our community has the resources they need to thrive.

Please note, the name and purpose of the fund displayed on this page constitute the authorized description of the fund by the Indiana University Foundation, Inc. Your gift supports the fund as described herein.

In July 2024, IUPUC became Indiana University Columbus and is no longer affiliated with Purdue University. The IU Foundation is in the process of updating all fund titles and fund descriptions to reflect this change. Effective July 2024, even though IUPUC may be mentioned on this page, gifts to this fund will be administered by the Indiana University Foundation, Inc., on behalf of Indiana University Columbus.