Flash's Food Pantry
The East Liverpool and Salem campuses each have a Flash鈥檚 Food Pantry for those who may need a helping hand from time-to-time.
Each is open to students, faculty and staff. No questions asked. All items are donated by staff, faculty, students and friends of the campuses. Each pantry offers a variety of food and personal hygiene items.
East Liverpool
Flash鈥檚 Food Pantry on the East Liverpool Campus is located on the main floor (2nd floor) of Purinton Hall. The location is discreet, confidential and there is no request for personal information.
Bags are available to carry items. Those who visit Flash鈥檚 Food Pantry can take up to 12 items per visit, per person.
Pick-up times can also be arranged by contacting:
- Nina Sullivan at nssulliv@kent.edu or 330-382-7457
- Marcie Van Fosson at mvanfos6@kent.edu or 330-382-7510
Become a Pillar of the Pantry
Flash鈥檚 Food Pantry needs individuals (faculty, staff and/or students) to sponsor at least one staple product offered in the pantry (see below) by becoming a Pillar of the Pantry. As they shop for their personal needs, these individuals can also pick up their sponsored item(s) to regularly donate to the pantry. This will greatly offset costs for replenishing items.
Pillars are needed for:
- Toilet tissue
- Baby wipes
- Peanut butter
- Applesauce (single jars)
- Pasta
- Pasta sauce
- Granola bars (by the box)
- Baby food (jars or pouches)
- Toothbrushes
- Toothpaste
- Bottled water
To become a Pillar of the Pantry contact
- Nina Sullivan at nssulliv@kent.edu or 330-382-7457
- Marcie Van Fosson at mvanfos6@kent.edu or 330-382-7510
There are also donation boxes located near the main entrances to Purinton Hall and the Mary Patterson Building for those who want to donate at any time.
Top 10 Donation Wish List:
- Boxed cereal
- Peanut butter and jelly
- Canned fruits and vegetables
- Canned meats (chicken, tuna, etc.)
- Rice
- Pasta and pasta sauce
- Shampoo and conditioner
- Bar and liquid soap
- Toothbrushes and toothpaste
- Baby diapers and formula
- Bottled water
