Pete's Pantry
Pete's Pantry, the OSU Institute of Technology's campus food pantry, is helping combat food insecurity for students and promoting student success.
Here, For You
The program was established by the OSUIT Service Learning Committee and has been in operation since October 2019. It is available to students enrolled at OSUIT, including concurrent, GED and MPower, Green Country Technology Center and College of the Muscogee Nation.
There is no application process for students to take advantage of the pantry, simply show a student ID. There is no limit on items received, and students are welcome to visit as often as needed.
Pete's Closet
We have professional dress clothing, all donated by OSUIT employees and students. There is a great selection of nice clothing for students to take and keep for free.
Students can also browse a variety of other necessities such as hygiene products, school and children's supplies, and more.
Free Student Resources at OSU Institute of Technology
Pete's Pantry, the campus food pantry at OSUIT, has expanded its services and resources to help combat food insecurity and promote student success. The initiative provides free food, clothing, hygiene products, laundry soap, and household essentials to students so they can focus on their education without worrying about basic needs.
While visiting Pete's Pantry, students can also receive assistance applying for SNAP benefits, which provide low- to no-income individuals with funds to purchase food using an electronic benefits card at authorized stores and markets. SoonerCare, childcare applications, and other support services are also available through the pantry.
Available Resources
Students can access a variety of free services and supplies, including:
- Shelf-stable, non-perishable food
- Frozen meat, produce, dairy, and more
- Frozen Meal Program
- Professional and casual clothing
- Dorm essentials and household goods
- Hygiene products and laundry supplies
- Sewing Machine Room
- Bicycles to assist with student transportation needs
- SNAP and SoonerCare application assistance (daily by Beth)
- Childcare application assistance
- Community Health Worker connections every Tuesday
Summer Feeding Program available for children 1–18, June through August.
Donations
Through the partnership with theCommunity Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma, Pete's Pantry is able to supplement the pantry stock but is always accepting donations.
Monetary donations are also accepted through the OSU Foundation Arts and Sciences Excellence Fund for the OSUIT Pete's Pantry.
Volunteer Opportunities
Pete's Pantry provides hands-on leadership experiences for students who are interested in volunteering.
Any student or employee may sign up. Opportunities include organizing and stocking the pantry, unloading pallets of food, checking donation expiration dates, helping sustain a clean and organized environment, cleaning the pantry location and serving students who visit.
Pete's Pantry is located in the former Workforce building across from the Grady Clack Center. It is open Mondays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For more information about Pete's Pantry, donations or volunteer opportunities, please contact Beth Rogers atbeth.a.rogers@okstate.edu.
Free Bicycle Application
Pete's Pantry has a small selection of bicycles available for students in need. Please fill out this application and we will reach out to you.