Support Red Hawk Students in Need – We need your help!

Campaign closes Saturday, October 11, 3:00 p.m 

Join us as the Montclair State University community comes together to tackle food insecurity. Your gift to the Red Hawk Pantry enables us to provide food and supplies students need to be successful. 

Make an impact and join us from October 6 -11 for the Breakfast Bowl Red Hawk Pantry campaign!

The Red Hawk Pantry

To combat the reality and struggle of food insecurity for our community, Student Development and Campus Life (SDCL) established the Red Hawk Pantry. On April 18, 2016, the on-campus food pantry opened for the first time and continues to serve the needs of our campus community.

This year, the Red Hawk Food Pantry at Montclair State University has experienced a dramatic increase in student visits—over 7,900 in the 2024–2025 academic year, up from over 6,400 the year before. This steady growth reflects the rising financial hardships faced by our students and the critical role our pantry plays in meeting their basic needs. When students are unsure where their next meal will come from, their academic success, mental health, and overall well-being are at risk.

The Breakfast Bowl Campaign

The Breakfast Bowl not only ignites spirited competition but also tackles food insecurity across New Jersey through a week-long fundraising initiative supporting the Red Hawk Pantry at Montclair State University and Rowan University’s SHOP Pantry. 

We’re rallying our community during the Montclair State vs. Rowan University football game on Saturday, October 11, to raise vital funds that keep our shelves stocked and our services running strong. With more than 25,000 students on our Montclair and Bloomfield campuses, our goal is to raise $6,400 to ensure we can meet the growing demand for food, hygiene products, and other essentials. Every dollar you give makes a direct impact. Your support ensures that no Red Hawk has to choose between food and their education. Let’s come together and show our students they’re not alone.

Every dollar truly makes a difference. After selecting a giving level, you can either donate the set amount for that level or choose 'Custom Amount' to give an amount that feels right to you.