WHOLE Pantry
Western Hub of Living Essentials (WHOLE Pantry)
The WHOLE Pantry is located in the Viking Union room 435 and provides food and hygiene items to Western students at no cost. We recognize that over half of students attending public institutions in WA are facing basic needs insecurities (WSAC). WHOLE is a welcoming space that strives to support students. WHOLE is restocked 1-2 times per day, M-F and sustained through donations and foundation funding. The Basic Needs Hub along with the Office of Student Life oversees WHOLE’s day to day operations.
We encourage students to also look into resources such as SNAP/Food Assistance and The Bellingham Food Bank for more sustainable food supports
Supporting WHOLE
All money donated goes directly to restocking WHOLE
- Staff and Faculty can give a monthly donation with a payroll deduction. Designate specific funds go to the WHOLE food pantry. Recurring donations, even small amounts, allow staff to plan better.
- You can give a one-time gift to WHOLE here.
- Donate to Viking Supported Agriculture- fresh produce goes directly to students.
- Nonperishable food donations are always accepted in the bin outside of WHOLE in VU 435 or on the 6th floor of the Viking Union.
- Plan a food drive with your student group or department
Donations Needed:
Food Donations that are most helpful: (Non-perishable, unopened, not past expiration date) *Gluten and vegan options
- Pasta
- Canned beans and veggies
- Canned Soups
- Protein bars
- Ramen
- Canned meats
- Shelf stable dairy free milks
- Tampons and pads
Questions About WHOLE Pantry?
Contact Gina Ebbeling
The Basic Needs Hub
Viking Union 420
ebbelig@wwu.edu
360.650.3895
We Are Grateful for Our Community Partners
- Trader Joes
- Avenue Bread
- Bellingham Food Coop
- Bellingham Food Bank
- Erin Baker
- City Sprouts Farm
- The Tiny Farm
- Viva Farms
- Outback Farm
- Viking Supported Agriculture
- Fred Meyer
- Costco
- Samish Bay Soaps
- Dr. Bronners
- Chartwells