Food Support Options for UWM Students

Wisconsin residents who have received Food Share (commonly known as SNAP) can find the latest FoodShare benefits information from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. If you have received FoodShare, stay informed by visiting MyACCESS and making sure your contact information is up to date.

UWM students in need of food support have several resources including the UWM Food Center and Pantry in the UWM Student Union and food pantries throughout the metro area.

University Support

UWM Food Center and Pantry

The Food Center and Pantry is open to UWM students and employees.

Tuesdays: 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (by appointment only)
Wednesday: 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Thursday: 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Email: foodassist@uwm.edu

Emergency Grants

To request a UWM Emergency Grant or Universities of Wisconsin Emergency Grant for an unexpected financial challenge, go to the Panther Scholarship Portal. First complete the four required questions for the General Scholarship Application. Then, complete either/both of the Emergency Grant applications. In your application, include documentation of your bills and expenses you’d like the grant to cover.

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, contact the Office of Student Scholarships.

Additional Resources

Check out the Dean of Students Office Resources page to connect to UWM and community resources that support students in need and can help stretch dollars further. Resources include assistance with technology, utilities, housing, medical care, clothing, household items, childcare, employment, and many others.

Connect with a Case Manager

If you are experiencing critical need, please fill out a Student Support Request Form to connect with a UWM case manager.

Community Resources

Kinship Food Center

Kinship Food Center has food distribution on Tuesdays from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

  • 2610 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive

Email: info@kinshipmke.org
Phone: 414-301-1478

Nourish MKE Food Centers

Nourish operates four food distribution sites across Milwaukee, including:

  • 209 W. Orchard St.
  • 10230 W. Fond du Lac Ave.
  • 1230 W. Cherry St.
  • 1615 S. 22nd St.

Email: Connect@NourishMK

Hunger Task Force

Hunger Task Force offers a comprehensive map of local food pantries, meal sites and food distribution locations. Enter your ZIP code to find nearby pantries.

Phone: 414-777-0483

Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin

Find food assistance and a listing of Milwaukee-area food pantries.

Contact Form
Phone: 414-931-7400

211 Wisconsin

A comprehensive statewide resource for food assistance and other forms of support, 211 Wisconsin includes community resource specialists who will make sure you find the help you need.

Dial 211 (or 877-947-2211)

Text your ZIP code to 898211