The Basic Needs Program including Pirates' Pantry is open to all currently enrolled MJC students. We want to help meet the basic needs of students through the availability of free food as well as on and off-campus resources. We serve students that need to have access to nutritious food on and off campus.
Food Access- Pirates' Pantry offers two options for food pick up; Drive-thru or In-Person visits.
Cal Fresh application assistance and referrals.
Hygiene products, bath and body items
Household Items
Food Vouchers
Community Referrals
We strive for a hunger-free MJC!
Thank you for your compassion and generosity. Our student greatly appreciate your monetary support to continue funding our program.
https://modestojcfoundation.org/give
ProducePedia
ProducePedia is a free resource that covers the types of fresh produce that can be delivered to food pantries. Each entry includes information on color, taste, and possible uses. People unfamiliar with the vegetable or fruit will learn how to use it, and those who are familiar with it still might learn a fun fact or two!
The Cooperative Extension sites have a wealth of information for any backyard gardener. Once you go to the site (each one if very different from the others) look for a link for “homes and gardens”, “landscape”, “consumer horticulture”, etc. to find information on improving your backyard garden. Neighboring state sites may offer information your own state’s site lacks.
