Join us for our upcoming event, Creating a Hunger Free Campus: A Panel Discussion, on Friday April 19th from 1-3PM in TUC Cinema. RSVP is couraged but not required!
This event will bring together leaders from Cincinnati-area colleges and universities to discuss the nuances of college student food insecurity and the critical need for robust basic needs programs. Panelists will share their experiences of operating campus food pantries and the impact it has on their students.
Bearcats Pantry
The BCP and Resource Center is here to help any Bearcat through a time of need. From free food to social services support, we provide a diverse range of programs, services, and supplies.
Mission
To support Bearcats with a wide variety of resources and programs to decrease and eliminate the various insecurities impacting their experience and success. We are committed to helping to educate Bearcats to become citizens who positively change and impact the world.
Vision
The BCP aims to become a premier, model resource and research center for the community, non-profits, and other higher education institutions. We strive to provide a robust network of support that promotes health, independence, and success for everyone in the university community.
Location
The BCP and Resource Center is located in Stratford Heights Building 16 Rm 007 (2634 Stratford Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220). We are located on the lower level, which can be accessed via the stairs to the left of the main entrance or the elevator to the right of the main entrance.
Market Hours
Spring Semester Horus (beginning Monday Jan 8th): Monday 12-6PM, Tuesday 10AM-5PM, Wednesday 10AM-5PM, Thursday 12-6PM, Friday 11AM-1PM
Finals Week Hours (April 22-26): Monday 12-6PM, Tuesday 10AM-5PM, Wednesday 12-5PM, Thursday 2-6PM, Friday Closed.
Partners
The BCP's impact would not be possible without the support of our campus partners (CECH's Advancement & Transition Services, Dining & Food Services, Facilities Management, Resident Education & Development, Student Affairs, Student Government, UC Bookstores, UC International) and community partners (Freestore Food Bank, Last Mile Food Rescue, La Soupe, Society of St. Andrew, Bruegger's Bagels). If you would like to partner with the BCP, please reach out to bearcatspantry@uc.edu.