We are in need of peanut butter and rice
Thank you to everyone who donated cereal and fruit!
Please donate to one of our donation bins on campus:
1. Admin building across from the elevators on the first floor,
2. Commons by the windows across from the reception desk, and
3. Library to the right as you walk in.
If you would like to get a flier or electronic version of our flier about Retriever Essentials to give out to your faculty and staff for the start of the new semester, please email Julie Rosenthal at
julier@umbc.edu
Thank you for your continued support, which has helped us provide over 250 FREE bags of healthy, non-perishable food to our students in need.
]]>
Please donate to one of our donation bins on campus: 1. Admin building across from the elevators on the first floor, 2. Commons by the windows across from the reception desk, and 3. ...
https://my3.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/85458/guest@my.umbc.edu/fe36d5e3ae1fdc94aba2623921a309a4/api/pixel
Retriever Essentials
https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/retrieveressentials
https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xsmall.png?1762874117
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/original.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xxlarge.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xlarge.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/large.png?1762874117
https://assets1-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/medium.png?1762874117
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/small.png?1762874117
https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xsmall.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xxsmall.png?1762874117
Retriever Essentials
5
0
false
Thu, 18 Jul 2019 10:36:02 -0400
Thu, 18 Jul 2019 22:24:29 -0400
We are in need of cereal and canned fruit packed in juice
Donations appreciated over the summer
Thank you for your continued support of Retriever Essentials.
As we continue to provide food for our students over the summer, we are in short supply of the above-referenced items.
For cereals we prefer healthy, non-sugar sweetened such as Cheerios, plain oatmeal or Chex, and for canned fruit, either packed in its own juice or made with Splenda. However, we accept all types of food.
Please drop off at any donation box on campus (Admin across from elevators on first floor, Commons by windows across from reception desk and Library to the right as you walk in).
Please share with others who may be able to assist.
]]>
Thank you for your continued support of Retriever Essentials. As we continue to provide food for our students over the summer, we are in short supply of the above-referenced items. For...
https://my3.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/85288/guest@my.umbc.edu/047873528d69df8defac706883badef8/api/pixel
Retriever Essentials
https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/retrieveressentials
https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xsmall.png?1762874117
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/original.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xxlarge.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xlarge.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/large.png?1762874117
https://assets1-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/medium.png?1762874117
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/small.png?1762874117
https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xsmall.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xxsmall.png?1762874117
Retriever Essentials
2
0
false
Mon, 08 Jul 2019 14:04:13 -0400
Mon, 08 Jul 2019 14:04:26 -0400
Tuition or Food?
Rising college costs brings challenges for students
A new Temple University survey found that thousands of college students today can’t afford basic needs like food and housing, and some even end up homeless.
Check out this feature from the NBC Today Show showcasing different faces and experiences of college student food insecurity, and just how much every bit of help truly matters.
Nationwide, a majority of students who face food insecurity are employed. They are not only working hard in classes, but also spending 20-40 hours a week working to afford their rent, with not much left for routine grocery shopping. To quote from the video: "It's sounds to me like students are coming here (to this food pantry) because they are working their butts off and this is their last hope...It's not an issue of personal responsibility."
It's no longer unusual that you go to a college campus and find a quasi- homeless shelter or food pantry supporting the campus community. Retriever Essentials aims to provide students, faculty, and staff with nonperishable food items to ease the burden of purchasing healthy staples each week. Our belief is that with less stress on how to make ends meet, students are able to focus better on their coursework and reach their fullest academic potential.
]]>
A new Temple University survey found that thousands of college students today can’t afford basic needs like food and housing, and some even end up homeless. Check out this feature from the NBC...
Video
#
https://my3.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/84675/guest@my.umbc.edu/148390c1787db59265f3346ccd3ae26f/api/pixel
Retriever Essentials
https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/retrieveressentials
https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xsmall.png?1762874117
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/original.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xxlarge.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xlarge.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/large.png?1762874117
https://assets1-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/medium.png?1762874117
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/small.png?1762874117
https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xsmall.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xxsmall.png?1762874117
Retriever Essentials
10
0
true
Tue, 21 May 2019 15:58:14 -0400
Rare and Exciting Opportunity!
Come to the pantry and pack your OWN grocery bag!
Going home over the summer? Working a low-paying or unpaid internship and worried how you’ll pay for groceries? Just interested in a free bag of nonperishable food?
Retriever Essentials has an abundance of food available, and we want you to come shopping in our pantry!
Stop by during exam week and hand pack your own bag for the summer. Come once, twice, or as many times as you need. We want to make sure you’re well taken care of during the break.
Are you going to be on campus during the summer for classes? Fear not! Our normal Food Zones will be open and stocked full of bags to be picked up at your convenience.
Email retrieveressentials@umbc.edu or call 410-455-2765 to set up your shopping appointment, 8:30am-5pm Monday-Friday from May 15 - May 24.
Faculty and staff, please help us spread the word to your students! Feel free to copy the above message and send it to your students.
]]>
Going home over the summer? Working a low-paying or unpaid internship and worried how you’ll pay for groceries? Just interested in a free bag of nonperishable food? Retriever Essentials has an...
https://my3.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/84393/guest@my.umbc.edu/31c12835ce9ecf8e396ecac34e30e370/api/pixel
Retriever Essentials
https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/retrieveressentials
https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xsmall.png?1762874117
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/original.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xxlarge.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xlarge.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/large.png?1762874117
https://assets1-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/medium.png?1762874117
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/small.png?1762874117
https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xsmall.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xxsmall.png?1762874117
Retriever Essentials
13
0
true
Thu, 09 May 2019 09:35:49 -0400
Retriever Essentials is in need of empty copy paper boxes
Retriever Essentials is in need of empty copy paper boxes. If you have any to donate, please contact Julie Rosenthal at
julier@umbc.edu
Thank you for your continued support!!
]]>
Retriever Essentials is in need of empty copy paper boxes. If you have any to donate, please contact Julie Rosenthal at julier@umbc.edu Thank you for your continued support!!
Photo
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/attachments/f5af870f1a9b5fc71e39c66c4f78b417/6a336009/news/000/084/338/de26c8e50deca7dbd638148d8799ce74/Retriever Essentials.png?1557245029
https://my3.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/84338/guest@my.umbc.edu/71f2ccebeacac2d202d108f70f5b1ec8/api/pixel
Retriever Essentials
https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/retrieveressentials
https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xsmall.png?1762874117
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/original.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xxlarge.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xlarge.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/large.png?1762874117
https://assets1-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/medium.png?1762874117
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/small.png?1762874117
https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xsmall.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xxsmall.png?1762874117
Retriever Essentials
3
0
true
Tue, 07 May 2019 12:04:45 -0400
Retriever Essentials Student Leadership Board- Apply now!
Become a Student Ambassador for Retriever Essentials
The Retriever Essentials team is proud to announce that we will be forming a Student Leadership Board for the 2019-2020 school year!
Our goal is to engage passionate student leaders in a sustainable and impactful way. The main role of the Student Ambassador position is to create and sustain connections
between Retriever Essentials and the broader student body and campus community.
The Retriever Essentials Student Leadership Board contributes to the vision of
Retriever Essentials by promoting Retriever Essentials events, engaging the
UMBC community, and fulfilling essential pantry-operation tasks including
collecting and inventorying donations, and packing and delivering food bags.
Ambassadors can also assist with the design and facilitations of workshops
addressing the stigma of food insecurity, community dinners, food drives, and
other engaging outreach events. This means that it is essential for all
Ambassadors to demonstrate strong leadership skills, to be team-oriented, and
to be willing to contribute to the vision of the Retriever Essentials Advisory
Board.
Do you know any students who would be a great fit for our Student Leadership Board? Send them our way!
Are you a student with at least 1 more year on campus who is interested in strengthening the outreach of Retriever Essentials while gaining important leadership experience? Apply today!
Application information is attached. Any questions and/or application materials can be sent to
retrieveressentials@umbc.edu. Application deadline is Friday May 10 at 5pm.
Kyle Shokeye,
Complex, May 1 2019
“In its most recent study, the Hope Center for College Community and Justice
at Temple University polled 86,000 students from 123 colleges.
The study found that 45 percent of
students experienced "food insecurity," which is defined as
"limited or uncertain availability of nutritionally adequate and safe
food, or the ability to acquire such food in a socially acceptable
manner." This includes skipping meals and experiencing hunger due to lack
of funds.
Working during college is not associated with a lower risk
of basic needs insecurity, and neither is receiving the federal Pell Grant; the
latter is in fact associated with higher rates of basic needs insecurity. The survey reported that, of those who experience food insecurity,
over two-thirds of them are employed.”
As national averages of food insecurity increase each year,
Retriever Essentials continues to believe that food insecurity undermines
academic success. Join our fight to tackle food insecurity in our UMBC students
so that they can not only live more comfortably, but show up to class well
prepared in a holistic manner.
We encourage you to have conversations with your coworkers
around basic needs insecurities among college students, not only here at UMBC
but across the nation. What can you do to better support struggling students?
If you’re interested in learning more, and how you can get connected to
Retriever Essentials, please email us at retrieveressentials@umbc.edu!
]]>
Kyle Shokeye, Complex, May 1 2019 “In its most recent study, the Hope Center for College Community and Justice at Temple University polled 86,000 students from 123 colleges. The study found...
https://my3.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/84253/guest@my.umbc.edu/dc6d34a835c96b509d5892340a83f220/api/pixel
Retriever Essentials
https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/retrieveressentials
https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xsmall.png?1762874117
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/original.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xxlarge.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xlarge.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/large.png?1762874117
https://assets1-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/medium.png?1762874117
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/small.png?1762874117
https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xsmall.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xxsmall.png?1762874117
Retriever Essentials
6
0
true
Thu, 02 May 2019 09:35:04 -0400
URGENT REQUEST: We need paper bags with handles and
Resuable Grocery Store Bags
Retriever Essentials is out of both, and we can't deliver food without bags.
If you have any in your office, please contact Julie Rosenthal at
julier@umbc.edu
If possible, please bring in and donate next week. Please pass the word to others who can assist.
The need is great. So far this year, we've given away 149 bags of non-perishable groceries to our students in need.
Thank you for your continue support. It is greatly appreciated.
]]>
Retriever Essentials is out of both, and we can't deliver food without bags. If you have any in your office, please contact Julie Rosenthal at julier@umbc.edu If possible, please bring in...
https://my3.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/83702/guest@my.umbc.edu/6fb98797d9a7e1634941cbcb1b3acf11/api/pixel
Retriever Essentials
https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/retrieveressentials
https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xsmall.png?1762874117
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/original.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xxlarge.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xlarge.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/large.png?1762874117
https://assets1-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/medium.png?1762874117
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/small.png?1762874117
https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xsmall.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xxsmall.png?1762874117
Retriever Essentials
9
0
true
Fri, 12 Apr 2019 10:22:24 -0400
Thu, 02 May 2019 09:07:39 -0400
Next Retriever Essentials CCMA AmeriCorps Position is OPEN
Deadline extended again! Apply today!
|
Member Duties : The second year CCMA AmeriCorps VISTA will implement the current working operation manual to continue streamlining all Retriever Essentials programming, while updating it to ensure needs are met in the most efficient way possible. They will oversee volunteer recruitment and coordination for daily operations of the food pantry, which include: donation collection, inventory, bag packing, and bag delivery. The CCMA AmeriCorps VISTA will also be tasked with developing a fundraising plan in order to raise money to support Retriever Essentials’ proposal for a permanent pantry space on campus. They will also work to develop collaborative partnerships with departments and student groups, as well as the Retrievers Action Committee, on and off campus to provide programming and events around food justice, healthy eating on a budget, and much more. Additionally, the CCMA AmeriCorps VISTA will create and implement a student-board to help institutionalize Retriever Essentials. |
| |
|
Program Benefits : Training , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Living Allowance , Childcare assistance if eligible , Health Coverage* , Gym Membership , Relocation Allowance |
We need canned beans, canned vegetables and canned fruit packed in its own juice.
Are also need paper bags with handles and reusable canvas "grocery-store" type bags.
OR
Place in one of our donation boxes around campus.
Donation boxes are located in the following areas:
1. Library to the right as you walk in,
2. Admin on first floor across from elevators, and
3. Commons by the windows next to reception.
Look for the bright yellow boxes.
Please spread the word to others.
Thank you for your assistance.
]]>
We need canned beans, canned vegetables and canned fruit packed in its own juice. Are also need paper bags with handles and reusable canvas "grocery-store" type bags. Please contact Julie...
https://my3.my.umbc.edu/api/v0/pixel/news/83492/guest@my.umbc.edu/3b11dcaf95ddaea3aed3af5f6c65af3b/api/pixel
Retriever Essentials
https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/retrieveressentials
https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xsmall.png?1762874117
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/original.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xxlarge.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xlarge.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/large.png?1762874117
https://assets1-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/medium.png?1762874117
https://assets2-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/small.png?1762874117
https://assets4-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xsmall.png?1762874117
https://assets3-my.umbc.edu/system/shared/avatars/groups/000/001/389/07b12dca5bf1da16311c6d47125fe746/xxsmall.png?1762874117
Retriever Essentials
23
0
false
Fri, 05 Apr 2019 12:29:49 -0400
Mon, 08 Apr 2019 11:01:09 -0400
