Monday 12pm-7pm
Tuesday 9am-8pm
Wednesday 11am-7pm
Thursday 11am-7pm
Friday 9am-5pm
Suite S-129A
A food pantry for the Worcester State community.
Thea’s Pantry provides food and other essentials to students, staff, and faculty who are food insecure or at risk of food insecurity. Located in the Student Center, Thea’s Pantry provides confidential services for those in need. All visitors to the pantry must present a Worcester State OneCard.
Hours of Operation & Contact Information
Thea’s Pantry is located on the third floor of the Student Center, in room 310.
Hours of operation for the fall 2024 semester:
Monday 12pm-7pm
Tuesday 9am-8pm
Wednesday 11am-7pm
Thursday 11am-7pm
Friday 9am-5pm
Thea’s Pantry is not open on weekends. During school breaks, access to the pantry is by appointment only.
Questions about Thea’s Pantry can be emailed to theaspantry@worcester.edu. You can also follow @wsu_theaspantry for updated pantry information.
What is Offered
- Many shelf-stable and fresh foods are available, and inventory changes frequently. The pantry also offers gluten-free products. Available food items may include:
Breakfast cereals and oatmeal
Fruits and vegetables (fresh, canned, and frozen)
Meats (chicken, pork, and beef)
Pasta, rice, and mac and cheese
Peanut butter and jelly
Pre-made quick meals
Snacks including granola bars, cookies, and chips
Soup
Tomato sauce
Tuna - A variety of hygiene products are available, and inventory changes frequently. Available hygiene products may include:
Body wash and soap
Dental care (toothbrushes, toothpaste, and floss)
Deodrant
Hair care products
Menstrual products
Shampoo and conditioner
Shaving supplies - We know that success in the classroom is dependent on being a prepared student. Available school supplies may include:
Index cards
Notebooks
Pens, pencils, and highlighters - Other products and supplies are frequently donated to Thea's Pantry. These items may include:
Bed linens
Paper towels
Socks
Tissues
Toilet paper
Tshirts
Washcloths and towels
Let us know what should be in the pantry!
Monday 12pm-7pm
Tuesday 9am-8pm
Wednesday 11am-7pm
Thursday 11am-7pm
Friday 9am-5pm
Suite S-129A