Hunter College's Purple Apron Pantry: Providing food security beyond the classroom

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The pantry is open to all CUNY students regardless of their income level or whether or not they qualify for federal food assistance.

Earlier this month, the New York City Council passed legislation that would create a system allowing businesses to set up dining sheds on city streets for April through November and to remove them in the winter months.found that 40% of CUNY students reported having "low" or "very low" food security.

"When we talk about food insecurity, we’re talking about people who are living paycheck to paycheck, that’s most New Yorkers."Students can also get information here about how to sign up for federal benefits like SNAP. "If you’re struggling, if you’re like, ‘I have $150 before my next paycheck hits,’ come get some rice and beans from here, come get some halal, or kosher meat, just help yourself and not feel like you’re taking away from someone else who is more needy," Smith added.

Smith says the pantry is open three days a week during summer and every day except Sunday during the school year. that I have read and agree

 

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