The CHSS Challenge
This winter, we invite you to support George Mason University students experiencing food insecurity. During the university’s Winter Break (December 20–January 4), the Patriot Pantry will be closed, leaving more than 50 students without access to assistance. To show them we care, CHSS would like to provide each student with one bag of food and one bag of personal care items.
How you can help:
1. Donate Food AND/OR Personal Care Items
2. Bring your donations to the Dean’s Office Reception Area (6th floor of Horizon Hall) between November 10-20. Sign up here.
3. Wear your CHSS shirt and help deliver donations to the Patriot Pantry on Friday, November 21, at 11 a.m.
Donation Checklist
Use this checklist to help pack your donation bag. Please place items in a reusable shopping bag and drop them off at the Dean’s Office Reception Area, between November 10 and November 20.
✅ Food Assistance Bag (non-perishable)
Canned soup or chili
Canned vegetables or beans
Canned tuna or chicken
Pasta and pasta sauce
Rice or instant rice packets
Macaroni and cheese
Cereal (small box) or instant oatmeal
Peanut butter or nut butter
Crackers or granola bars
Shelf-stable milk or nondairy alternative (carton)
✅ Personal Hygiene Bag
Toothpaste and toothbrush
Shampoo and conditioner (travel or regular size)
Soap or body wash
Deodorant
Feminine hygiene products (pads, tampons, liners)
Lotion or moisturizer
Disposable razors
Shaving cream
Tissues
October 06, 2025