The Mustangs Pantry is an emergency aid program at MSU Texas designed to improve lives and help supplement the needs of students experiencing food insecurity. The Mustangs Mini-Pantry is also available 24/7 located in the Legacy Hall Commons.
The Mustangs Pantry is a free service open to all currently enrolled students at MSU Texas who are not on a residential meal plan (Platinum, Gold, or Silver). The Mustangs Pantry is located in the Bridwell Activities Center and is open every Wednesday and Thursday from 5-7 PM while classes are in session.
If a student experiencing food insecurity is unable to visit the Pantry due to a conflict with their class schedule, an appointment can be arranged by visiting the Clark Student Center Office. A valid MSU ID is necessary to access the Mustangs Pantry.
Students visiting the Mustangs Pantry can expect a simple, open-handed, and non-judgmental environment in which they can receive items from a variety of non-perishable goods such as canned soups, meats, pasta, vegetables, fruits, and cereals as well as boxed and refrigerated selections. Personal hygiene products and limited school supplies are also available.
Located in the Legacy Hall Commons, the Mustangs Mini-Pantry provides essential canned goods for a fast and easy meal option. Open 24/7, the Mini-Pantry operates through a 'Take What You Need, Leave What You Can' model so students can not only receive the help they need, when they need it, but also support one another as members of a caring educational community.
The Mustangs Pantry is made possible thanks to the generosity of the MSU Texas and Wichita Falls community. The donation of food items, personal hygiene products, and tax-deductible financial contributions sustain the program. Any food items received which are not utilized by the Mustangs Pantry is donated to local non-profit organizations such as the Wichita Falls Area Food Bank or Faith Mission.
Make a Monetary Contribution
Individuals or organizations wishing to make a tax-deductible monetary contribution to the Mustangs Pantry are welcome to donate through the Office of University Development. 100% of funds received directly support the Mustangs Pantry. Thanks to the support of generous community members, any first-time MSU donors contributing to the Mustangs Pantry will have their gift matched, as long as funds are available.
To mail your donations, please use:
Office of University Development
Attn: Mustangs Pantry
3410 Taft Blvd
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
Proteins
- Canned Meat (Tuna, Chicken, SPAM)
- Beans (Baked, Canned, Dried)
- Canned or Boxed Soup
- Canned Stew
- Chili
- Peanut Butter
- Nuts
- Trail Mix
Fruits & Veggies
- Canned Fruit
- Fruit Cups
- Canned Vegetables
- Applesauce
- Dried Fruit
- Raisins
Allergen Free Items
- Gluten Free
- Nut Free
Miscellaneous Food Items
- Spaghetti or Pasta Sauce
- Instant Potatoes
- Juice Boxes or Bottles
- Honey
- Tea
- Jelly or Jam
- Pasta and Noodles (Canned, Mix, Dry)
- Macaroni & Cheese
- Rice (Plain or Mixes)
- Grains
- Oatmeal
- Cereal
- Crackers
- Granola Bars
- Pancake Mix
- Muffin Mix
- Bread Mix
- Jelly or Jam
- Instant Jell-O or Pudding
- Instant Coffee
- Dry or Powdered Milk
Household Items
- Feminine Hygiene Products
- Toilet Paper
- Tissues
- Paper Towels
- Laundry or Dish Detergent
- Razors
- Shaving Cream
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Toothpaste
- Toothbrushes
- Deodorant
Collection bins are located in multiple buildings on the MSU Texas campus, including the Clark Student center next to the main Information Desk.
For organized or large item donations, food drive efforts, and other opportunities to support the Mustangs Pantry, please contact the Clark Student Center at (940) 397-4223.