Fall 2026 Hours
Tuesdays 1:00PM - 5:00PM
Fridays 12:00PM - 5:00PM
Nourish HU Student Pantry
Nourish HU aims to address the short-term food insecurity needs of students by offering a variety of shelf stable, perishable and refrigerated items at no cost. Additionally, the pantry provides basic hygiene items, school supplies, and household cleaning products
Nourish HU Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Am I eligible to shop at Nourish HU?
All currently enrolled Howard University students experiencing food insecurity are eligible to receive assistance from the pantry. Access to pantry resources is made by appointment.
How do I make an appointment?
Nourish HU @ Blackburn University Center Appointments: Click Here
Nourish HU @ Student Health Center Appointments: Click Here
Please note, once your appointment is made this time is reserved especially for you. We kindly ask that if you need to reschedule or cancel your appointment, please do so using the confirmation email so that the timeslot can be released and offered to another student. Repeat no shows or duplicate appointments may impact future access.
Your personal information provided remains confidential. Additional questions are intended to assist our efforts in reporting outcomes and effectiveness of the program, as well as identifying the greatest needs among our students that can be matched with our generous donors and supporters.
How often can I shop in the pantry?
Students may shop at Nourish HU up to once a week.
Do you provide bags?
Shoppers should bring their own reusable bags to their appointment.
Do you offer walk in appointments?
Nourish HU does not offer walk in appointments.
How can I support Nourish HU?
We are extremely grateful for your in-kind donations of grocery items and/or personal care items to support the students at Howard University. Below is a list of items we are currently seeking donations of. Please note we cannot accept items that are damaged, expired, opened or partially used.
- Breakfast grains - cereal, oatmeal, farina, quinoa, amaranth, granola
- Quick Meal Items - soups, pasta sauce, instant rice, frozen meals, granola bars
- Personal Care - deodorant, toothpaste, bodywash, moisturizer
Donations are accepted during our regular operating hours: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 12:00pm to 5:00pm. To schedule an alternative drop off time, of for questions email NourishHU@howard.edu
Donations may also be direct shipped to
Howard University Blackburn Center
Nourish HU - Student Pantry
Attention: Ms. Ericka Byrd
2397 6th Street NW Room 150B
Washington DC 20059
Thank You!
Tremendous thank you to all who've supported the student pantry at Howard University. Your generosity makes a difference!
Regional Community Resources
The below list is provided for your reference. Please visit the organization's webpage for more information.