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Sweeney says the Outpost appreciates the support it gets from campus and community partners like Belmont and also Stop & Shop, Seven Stars Bakery, and more. Paper bags with handles are always needed and appreciated, as well as donations from 溏心vlog免费B站 neighbors and community partners.
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Started in collaboration with St. Augustine鈥檚 Episcopal Church, the pantry is staffed by student and community volunteers like Turano. The community food pantry is open to any student in need, providing fresh and non-perishable food and personal care items at no charge. Last semester, Rhody Outpost welcomed more than 1,000 student visits and distributed more than 17,000 pounds of food. The pantry is open for student pickup on Mondays and Wednesdays 3 to 5 p.m., and mobile order pickup is available on Thursdays.
Right now, Kind bars or dates would be especially welcome with Valentine鈥檚 Day and Ramadan approaching. Gift cards are welcome, too, and the Outpost has an for easy purchasing and shopping. To learn more, visit the or contact barbara_sweeney@uri.edu / 401-874-5633. Follow @urifoodsecurity for updates.