Resources for Graduate Students

 As many of you have likely been following, the government shutdown has affected the distribution of funds for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and will likely result in funds being delayed, or completely halted.  In addition to this, grocery prices are rising, and many of you are experiencing extra financial stress due to housing changes on and off campus.  

We know that these circumstances can lead graduate students to experiencing additional financial stress and food insecurity.  While GAU is constantly working towards securing better wages and support for grad assistants in the long run, we want to echo the Grad Student Association's message highlighting some resources that are available to you in the short term.

On Campus

• Rhody Outpost (URI Food Pantry)
  Short-term groceries and essentials for URI students.
  Hours, intake form, and location: https://web.uri.edu/rhody-outpost/

South County

• St. Peter’s by-the-Sea Community Market (Narragansett)
  Free community market, Fridays 3–5 p.m., open to all.
  Details: https://stpetersbythesea.com/community-market

• Jonnycake Center for Hope (Peace Dale)
  Food and basic needs programs.
  Information: https://www.jonnycakecenter.org/the-food-pantry/

Across Rhode Island

• 2-1-1 (United Way)
  24/7 bilingual referrals, including food pantries and benefits navigation.
  Learn more: https://www.unitedwayri.org/get-help/2-1-1/

• Providence Food Assistance (pantry list & map)
  Overview: https://www.providenceri.gov/food/
  Printable pantry list: https://providencerigov-my.sharepoint.com/:x:/g/personal/jestrella_providenceri_gov/ESuedTKtL2xNlYLctJz2rpABq28y4pELkeYHd8flLCF7KA

• RI Community Food Bank — “Find Food” Map
  Statewide map of food pantries and meal sites: https://rifoodbank.org/find-food/