Campus Food Security Action Plan Resources
Campus Food Security Action Plan
As you may be aware, the ongoing federal government shutdown has resulted in the temporary suspension of SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits for many individuals and families across the country. We recognize that this development may create unexpected hardship for members of our own community.
In keeping with our university’s commitment to care and belonging, we have launched a coordinated Campus Food Security Action Plan to ensure that all students, staff, and faculty have continued access to food and essential resources during this period.
Please see below for information on accessing existing and expanded Food Security resources:
Milo’s Market Expanded Hours
Starting on Monday, November 10th, 2025
Milo's Market is CU Denver’s free grocery store – a hub for all students, staff, and faculty to access free foods and hygiene items.
Located in the CU Denver Wellness Center, 3rd Floor
Monday: 8am-10am*
Monday: 12pm-6pm
Tuesday: 12pm-6pm
Wednesday: 12pm-6pm
Thursday: 12pm-6pm
Friday: 9:30am-12:30pm*
*Denotes hours specifically reserved for students impacted by the current SNAP funding delays.
Fall Break Hours
Monday November 24th - Wednesday, November 26th: 12pm - 5pm
Thursday November 27th - Friday November 28th: CLOSED
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Meal Swipe Program
In partnership with Sodexo and Lynx Dining, we are offering free meal swipes to students needing food assistance to access Lynx Dining Halls.
Eligibility: Students must be enrolled in at least one course in the current semester and may NOT have an existing meal plan.
How it Works:
2. The Basic Needs Team will process your request in 1-2 business days.
3. You will then receive an email from [email protected] with instructions on how to activate your meal swipes.
Serve Back Community Meals
Mobile Food Pop-Up Sites Across Campus
Milo’s Market will be hosting weekly pop-up pantry sites across campus for students to access food bags with essential non-perishable items, produce, hygiene products, and prepared meals. Please visit us during the days and times listed below. All you need to bring is your Lynx ID.
- Tuesday, November 11th– 303 Tivoli, Student Life Office (9am-11am)
- Wednesday, November 12th – North Classroom NRTH-1806 (8am-12pm)
- Thursday, November 13th – CU Denver Building CU-1100 (2pm-6pm)
- Wednesday, November 19th – CU-Denver Building CU-1000 (2pm-6pm)
- Thursday, November 20th – North Classroom Building – NRTH-1314 (8am-12pm)
- Monday, November 24th – Wellness Center, 3rd Floor Milo’s Market (8am-12pm)
- Tuesday, November 25th – Wellness Center, 3rd Floor Milo’s Market (2pm-6pm)
General Resource Support and Office Hours
For off-campus community resources, please click here.
If you have any questions or would like individualized assistance, please reach out to the Lynx Basic Needs team at [email protected]. All requests for support are handled confidentially. Our goal is to ensure every student has access to nutritious food and essential items during this time.
Questions or want to refer a student?
Contact us at:
[email protected]
Curious how to help? Looking to support Milo’s Market and the Campus Food Security Action Plan? Please see the information below to learn more about various ways to get involved!
Campus Wide Hygiene Drive
Organized by CU Staff Council and supported by Student Affairs in coordination with our campus partners and shared governance groups, the campus wide hygiene drive will run from November 1st through December 1stto collect the following much needed items.
Help CU Denver students by donating new, unopened hygiene items such as:
- Soap
- Shampoo & conditioner
- Toothpaste & toothbrushes
- Deodorant
- Lotion
- Feminine hygiene products
- Razors & shaving cream
- Toilet paper
- Tissues
- Wet wipes
- Laundry detergent (pods or small bottles)
*Full size and travel/mini size products are greatly appreciated!
Main Drop Off Locations:
Student Commons Lobby
Lawrence Street Center Lobby
Milo’s Market’s Amazon Wishlist:
You can also order from Amazon and have it sent directly to Milo’s Market:
CU Denver Food Fight
CU Denver is taking on UCCS in the Food Fight, a friendly showdown to fight student hunger—and we need your help to win. This important campaign ensures students experiencing food insecurity have access to nutritious meals and essential resources by:
Stocking Milo’s Market, our free on-campus grocery store, with essential food and hygiene items
Increasing market staffing and hours
Expanding access to ready-made meal options
Connecting students to additional support for housing, transportation, financial, medical, and mental health services through the Wellness Center
And much more!
The need for Milo's Marketmay continue to grow as students navigate evolving financial challenges and limited access to food assistance resources. Every gift is a show of Lynx pride and a step toward a future where no student has to worry about their next meal. Make a gift today!
Follow along with the battle between CU Denver and UCCS by visiting our rivalries page.
Volunteer with Milo’s Market
Various volunteer opportunities are available during the month of November to support the Campus Food Security Action Plan.