Welcome | Basic Needs Program Search this site Basic Needs Program Menu Welcome Dedicated to Student Success The Basic Needs Program in the Office of the Dean of Students is here to connect you with campus and community resources intended to support your well-being, so that you can meet your academic goals. If you are a University of Oregon student who is facing challenges with access to adequate food, stable housing, affordable childcare, or meeting other basic needs, please fill out our Basic Needs Assistance Form to request a response from the Basic Needs team. Basic Needs Assistance Form A food pantry will soon be on campus! Check Out the Latest Updates Events ECM Student Food Pantry Apr 23 ECM Student Food Pantry Apr 23 710 E 17th Ave. Eugene OR Produce Drop Apr 28 Produce Drop Apr 28 Erb Memorial Union (EMU) ECM Student Food Pantry Apr 29 ECM Student Food Pantry Apr 29 710 E 17th Ave. Eugene OR Duck Nest Grocery Shuttle Apr 30 Duck Nest Grocery Shuttle Apr 30 Erb Memorial Union (EMU) ECM Student Food Pantry Apr 30 ECM Student Food Pantry Apr 30 710 E 17th Ave. Eugene OR Produce Drop May Produce Drop May 5 Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Duck Nest Cooking Class May Duck Nest Cooking Class May 5 Global Scholars Hall ECM Student Food Pantry May ECM Student Food Pantry May 6 710 E 17th Ave. Eugene OR ECM Student Food Pantry May ECM Student Food Pantry May 7 710 E 17th Ave. Eugene OR Produce Drop May 12 Produce Drop May 12 Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Announcements Spring ECM Student Food Pantry Hours (Posted March 26, 2026) The ECM Student Food Pantry will reopen for spring term on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Spring term hours will be Wednesdays and Thursdays, 4:00–6:00 p.m. The pantry is located at 710 East 17th Avenue and provides students with access to free, supplemental groceries… Spring Textbook and Course Materials Subsidy Opens March 30 and April 7 (Posted March 12, 2026) The Textbook and Course Materials Subsidy helps University of Oregon students with the cost of textbooks and other academic materials that are required for the current academic term… ECM Student Food Pantry Closed for Spring Break (Posted March 5, 2026) The ECM Student Food Pantry will be closed for spring break from Monday, March 23, to Friday, March 27, 2026. To find other community food resources you can visit the Oregon Food Finder Go to All Announcements Basic Needs at a Glance Here is a summary of the assistance that our students access the most. For a broader range of resources, check out Services for Students Food Resources If you’re looking for ways to supplement your food supply, our coordinators can help you navigate both on- and off-campus food resources including SNAP application support, various campus programs for free or reduced price foods, and the Student Food Pantry, open weekly when classes are in session. Food Resources Housing Resources Our program can assist you with rental resources, referrals to housing support, and more. Whether you need support with paying late rent or utilities, or you’re looking for off-campus housing options, our team can help you. Housing Resources Academic Materials Tracking down and purchasing campus supplies can be challenging. We can connect you with various academic resources, including the Textbook Subsidy (open for application the first three weeks of each academic term, as long as funding is available). Academic Materials Childcare Assistance Funding is available for eligible student parents or caregivers who have children 12 years old and younger in childcare, through the UO Childcare Subsidy. In addition, the UO offers childcare centers convenient to campus, and students may qualify for state grants and other funds. Childcare Assistance All UO-enrolled students including undergraduate, graduate, law, international, and undocumented students are eligible for Basic Needs Program resources and services. Knowing and using your resources is part of navigating student life at the UO, and the Basic Needs Program staff is available to you at any point during your time as a student at the university. Food Housing Textbooks SNAP Benefits Health and Wellness Childcare and Family Transportation Emergency Resources Technology Financial Legal View this profile on Instagram UO Basic Needs (@ uo_basicneeds ) • Instagram photos and videos Hours 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. TH 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Get Started Basic Needs Assistance Form UO Portland Wellness and Basic Needs