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When students struggle with food insecurity, housing instability, or other emergencies, their ability to focus on academics and graduate on time is at risk. Your contribution helps SJSU Cares provide direct support through prevention, education, and emergency relief—including crisis grants, the Spartan Food Pantry, and more.

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Why Donate

  • Fiscal donations allow us to purchase food and supplies in bulk, increasing impact.
  • Your support helps provide personalized assistance depending on each student’s situation.
  • One-time or recurring gifts help ensure we’re ready to respond when students need help most.

Ways you can give

You can choose to give to one or more of the following funds:

Supports the pantry’s daily operations, including:

  • Supplemental food and toiletries
  • Supplies and equipment
  • Staffing and volunteer coordination

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Student Crisis Support Fund

Provides direct financial assistance for students experiencing:

  • Housing emergencies
  • Medical needs
  • Other unexpected financial crises

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SJSU Cares Programs & Service Fund

  • Outreach and communications
  • Case management operations
  • Program expansion and innovation

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