Knights Helping Knights Pantry @ Rosen College - Rosen College of Hospitality Management

Our Mission

The Knights Helping Knights Pantry at Rosen College is committed to serving students by providing food to foster continued academic success and increase retention for students in need.

Students, if you are having difficulty affording groceries or accessing sufficient food and nutrition, and believe this may be affecting your college performance, visit our UCF Rosen College Pineapple Pantry. Students are allowed 5 food items + 1 toiletry per visit. The Pineapple Pantry is The pantry is located in room 132, through the double doors behind room 122 ( Kitchen Lab 3). For any other information, you can email: chelsy.bermingham@ucf.edu

We now have a refrigerator/freezer and will be stocking bread, fruit, dairy products and other assorted fresh items each week!

You may also contact the Knights Helping Knights Pantry at UCF’s main campus https://studentunion.ucf.edu/knights-pantry/ or 407-823-3663, for support.

FAQ’s:

Bring your UCF Student ID
Present your ID to the Rosen Pantry Volunteers
Students may choose up to 5 food items and 1 toiletry per day.
Place items on scale to be weighed
Checkout with volunteer

The Knights Pantry at Rosen College is here to help students in need. Current students just need to show a valid UCF Students ID to use the pantry.

Students may choose up to 5 food items and 1 toiletry item per day.

This pantry location is managed by Rosen College staff and faculty members with the help of student volunteers. The location is an extension of the Knights Helping Knights Pantry at UCF main campus and is a partnership with the original location.

The pantry is in Room 101C, accessible through the foyer of the Darden Auditorium lobby.

Get Involved

The Knights Helping Knights Pineapple Pantry thrives through community support. Here’s how you can help:

Sponsor Food Drives: Organizations, alumni, and community groups are invited to sponsor food drives. Contact pineapplepantry@ucf.edu for details.
Donate Items: High-demand food and toiletries can be dropped off during pantry hours or at campus donation bins.
Monetary Contributions: Visit the UCF Foundation and select “RCHM Knights Pantry” to make a financial gift.
Volunteer: Join as a pantry volunteer to develop skills, expand your network, and enhance your résumé while supporting fellow students.

How it Began/How it’s Going

The Knights Helping Knights Pineapple Pantry at Rosen College was officially launched on February 3, 2020, thanks to the dedicated leadership of Rosen College staff and the unwavering support of administration, faculty, staff, and students. The pantry was established to provide essential resources to students experiencing food insecurity. Located on campus in Room 101C (accessible through the right-side door of the Darden Auditorium lobby), the pantry quickly became a vital resource. For more details, email pineapplepantry@ucf.edu or check out the grand opening feature on UCF Today and our introductory video.

In just four months of operation in 2020, the Pineapple Pantry served 115 individual students (non-repeats), supported by 12 volunteers, and distributed 564 pounds of non-perishable food. Additionally, the pantry received 909 pounds of donated food from generous supporters.

To prevent food waste during the pandemic, items within four months of their expiration date were donated to the Knights Helping Knights Pantry on the main campus, totaling 82 pounds. Unfortunately, 41 pounds of food had to be discarded due to the unexpected closures.

A $12,000 donation from the Langford Foundation allowed the pantry to purchase more food items and acquire a refrigerator to store perishable goods. A special thanks to Dr. Pizam and all the faculty, staff, and alumni whose support makes the Knights Helping Knights Pineapple Pantry possible.

Thank You for Supporting the Pantry

The Knights Helping Knights Pineapple Pantry would not be possible without the collective effort of our Rosen College community. Together, we are building a stronger, more supportive environment for our students.