Food Support
Consistent access to nutritious food is a necessary part of being a successful, healthy student. Should you experience an unanticipated hardship, we can help connect you to groceries.
Blue Table - Campus Support
Through a partnership with the Student Association, UB offers Blue Table, a virtual food pantry service for UB students who do not have access to food. There are two easy steps:
- Place an online order
- Pick up orders in 230 Student Union
Any enrolled UB student is welcome to utilize the service and all that is needed is a valid UB student ID. Blue Table is available to off-set unanticipated hardship and is not meant to replace a meal plan.
UB continues to work with others across campus to provide support to our students in the wake of the violence in the City of Buffalo. Pre-made grocery packages of standard staple items are now available at:
1Diefendorf - Diefendorf Hall
Monday - Thursday: 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Note: 1Diefendorf is closed daily 1 - 2 p.m.
Students interested in Blue Table should complete an online order form, which includes a list of diverse and healthy food options. Once the order is received, the groceries will be bagged and available for pick up in 230 Student Union on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. in 230 Student Union.
U. Heights Pantry
The University Presbyterian Church (UPC) Food Pantry across the street from the South Campus provides food items for students and residents who are in need. Shelves are stocked with a variety of non-perishable food items and basic necessities.
Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: 3330 Main St. Buffalo, NY 14214.
Contact: 716-836-7660 for more information or to arrange pantry use outside of normal hours of service.
Remember Your Student ID
Students are not required to provide or submit any paperwork, but must present a current, valid UB student ID.
On this page:
Help Fight Campus Hunger
Community Toolkit
Blue Table exists through the generous support of the UB and Buffalo community. Donated food and funds sustain Blue Table and help keep students healthy and safe. Whether you are working with a specific population of students, faculty or staff, within an office or department, or within the Buffalo community, food drives can bring a group or team together to support students.
Additional Resources
Community Assistance
What is SNAP?
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) issues monthly electronic benefits that can be used like cash to purchase food at authorized retail food stores.
Food Pantry Locator
Food Bank of WNY provides support to the community at a variety of locations in Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie and Niagara Counties.
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Eating Healthy on a Budget
The article below gives a concise overview of eating healthy on a budget. Topics covered include: meal planning within your budget, recipes, food myths, and links to additional resources. Credit: moneygeek.com
Emergency Funds
Unanticipated circumstances can prevent students from continuing their education and achieving academic success. UB has two unique resources to connect students to emergency funding.
Mental Health and Wellness Resources
Short-term on campus mental health support
Student Life
University at Buffalo
120 Richmond Quadrangle, North Campus
Buffalo, NY 14261
Phone: (716) 645-2720; Fax: (716) 645-2175
Primary, non-emergency medical care
Student Life
University at Buffalo
Michael Hall, 3435 Main Street, South Campus
Buffalo, NY 14214
Phone: (716) 829-3316; Fax: (716) 829-2564
Preventative health and wellness education
Student Life
University at Buffalo
114 Student Union, North Campus
Buffalo, NY 14260
Phone: (716) 645-2837; Fax: (716) 645-6234
Additional Resources
Crisis Text Line
Need to talk? The Crisis Text Line provides 24-hour support for people experiencing a mental health or situational crisis. Users are connected to a trained Crisis Counselor, who will help them develop a plan to stay safe. Messages are confidential, anonymous and secure. Data usage while texting the Crisis Text Line is free and the number will not appear on a phone bill. Text: “GOT5” to 741-741
Scholarship Portal
You work hard to earn scholarships and the scholarship portal makes it easy to find them. A general application opens in early October and remains open through the spring semester. Once you complete it, you can return regularly to view new opportunities the system has matched with your academic record and responses.
Student Employment
How do you find the right job or internship? Whether you’re looking for full-time or part-time opportunities, on-campus or off-campus, you can count on Career Services for advice and connections throughout your search.
Need Help?
Student Life
University at Buffalo
235 Student Union, North Campus
Buffalo, NY 14260
Phone: (716) 645-2055; Fax: (716) 645-2371