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SWTX Cowboy Pantry

Help us pack the Pantry!

Make a food donation to one of our campus pantries.

Mission: The mission of the Southwest Texas College (SWTX) Cowboy Pantry is to provide food and basic necessities to SWTX students at no cost. The SWTX Cowboy Pantry aims to decrease the impact that food insecurities have on the academic success of our students.



Pantry Hours & Locations

Dr. Antonio H. and Gloria Rivera Campus, Front Office Room 113

black phone icon Phone Number: (830) 374-2828

black shopping basket icon Pick-up: Monday - Thursday; 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Contact:

Clarisa Gonzales
czgonzales@swtjc.edu
(830) 374-2828

Building B, Room 147

Monday - Thursday
9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Friday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Contact:

Julio Gonzalez
jagonzalez2@swtjc.edu
(830) 703-1584

Building F, Room F-111

Monday - Thursday
11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Contact:

Raul Lozano
rlozano240@swtjc.edu
(830) 758-5068

Building E, Matthews Student Center

black phone icon Phone Number: (830) 591-4053

black mail icon Email: uvcowboypantry@swtjc.edu 

black shopping basket icon Pick-up: Monday - Thursday; 11:00 am - 3:30 pm

Contacts:

Xaviera Haynes
xhaynes@swtjc.edu
(830) 591-7393

Vannesa Gutierrez
vgutierrez@swtjc.edu
(830) 591-7353


Donations

To make a monetary donation, visit the SWTX Cowboy Pantry donor’s form. Please indicate the campus to which you are donating. Thank you for your generous donation to the SWTX Cowboy Pantry!

Food Items Needed

You may also donate food items on-campus by placing them in the red donation buckets that are located in the Student Success Center, Flores Building, the MSC Cafeteria, or the Library. If you would prefer us to come to get your donations, contact us, and we will arrange to come get them.

The food pantries at SWTX are thankful for your donations, from food to key hygiene products to online giving.

Please see the list below for a full list of accepted items.

Food Bank IconFood Pantry Donations List


Staffing and Volunteer Opportunities

Students at the Eagle Pass Cowboy Pantry shopping for foods items.

The Student Food Pantry accepts volunteers. Volunteer duties include stocking shelves, rotating inventory, pre-packaging food items, and assisting with food pantry visits.

To Be a Volunteer

Student staff and volunteers must be current Southwest Texas College students, faculty or staff. Those who wish to volunteer should contact the Food Pantry at their campus to complete the appropriate documentation process.


Community Resources

The following is a list of community food resources. Please contact the provider directly for hours of operation and qualifications. These resources are not affiliated with SWTX.

Uvalde & Surrounding Areas
Freshtrak
SNAP

Student Food Pantry FAQs

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Who is eligible for services?
SWTX students, who are currently enrolled in classes, either part-time or full-time, are eligible to receive food pantry services.

How often can I visit?
Students can visit the Cowboy Pantry twice per month.

What types of services are available?
The SWTX Student Food Pantry assists students by providing food supplements to those who have been impacted by financial challenges/conditions and subsequently are experiencing difficulty meeting their basic need of adequate nutrition. The food pantry will distribute nonperishable food supplements to currently enrolled students at SWTX.

Can I receive food pantry services if I have a meal plan?
Yes, students who have a meal plan may also receive food supplements from the SWTX Student Food Pantry.

How does it work?
Students can order from the SWTX Cowboy Pantry twice per month by following the process below:

  1. Submit order form here!
  2. Check your college email for an email confirming that your order is ready.
  3. Stop by the Cowboy Pantry, in the MSC Building, room E120 to pick up your order within 7 days of submission.
Please allow 2 working days for your order to be filled. If your groceries are needed for the weekend, please make sure to order by Tuesday to ensure your order is ready in time. Orders will only be held for up to 7 days.

What is provided?
Students may receive a variety of nonperishable food commodities such as canned fruits and vegetables and whatever food items that may be available that week (depending on current inventory).

How can I donate?
If you are interested in donating to SWTX Student Food Pantry, please visit our donations page to find out the various ways you can financially assist the Student Food Pantry.

How can I volunteer?
The Student Food Pantry accepts volunteers. Volunteer duties include stocking shelves, rotating inventory, pre-packaging food items, and assisting with food pantry visits.

Student staff and volunteers must be current Southwest Texas College students, faculty, or staff. Those who wish to volunteer should contact the Food Pantry at their campus to complete the appropriate documentation process.

All volunteers are expected to uphold the highest ethical, professional, and courteous standards at all times. There will be no eating or utilization of the Food Pantry while working or volunteering during your designated shift.

What do I take with me when I visit the food pantry?
When visiting the food pantry, please have your SWTX Student ID ready to show to food pantry staff.


Food Pantry News & Announcements

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Thank you to Pastor Joe Ruiz from Templo Cristiano for your generous donation.

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Thank you to the Uvalde School of Gymnastics for their donations to the Cowboy Pantry!

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Thank you to Medina Electric Cooperative, Inc. for their donations to the Cowboy Pantry!

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Thank you to Baptist Temple Church Uvalde for their food drive donations to the Cowboy Pantry!