Supporters
Every day students look to the Laurén Chalmers '83 Beach Pantry to provide food for their next meal. Our generous supporters make it possible. We are so grateful for our supporters generosity as we work to close the hunger gap in our community.
We thank our generous Laurén Chalmers '83 Beach Pantry Supporters:
Alley Cat Deliveries
Bixby Knolls Restaurant Association
CalRecycle
- Beach Finders program is funded by a grant from the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) through California Climate Investments.
Global Electronic Technology, Inc. Grocery Outlet (Spring & Palo Verde) Long Beach Community Table Long Beach Organic Long Beach Rotary Port of Long Beach Student LunchBox Temple Baptist Church on 10th - Pastor Russell U Turn Lives
About
The ASI Beach Pantry operates as the official food pantry for Long Beach State students. The pantry provides non-perishable food items for students in need. An initiative spanning two ASI executive administrations, ASI Vice President Logan Vournas spearheaded the food pantry project into fruition in fall 2016. Also housed in the Beach Pantry will be the Student Swap Shop program, aimed at providing students with the opportunity to swap unneeded or old school supplies, like books, notebooks and other items essential to education.
Services
The ASI Beach Pantry is open to currently enrolled LBSU students. Stop by and pick up FREE groceries this week! An appointment must be made prior to your visit. For more information, read below:
Dates and Times: Appointments are available daily, Monday through Friday between the hours of 10 AM to 2 PM, and 5 to 7 PM. Saturday hours are set by appointment only.
Location: The ASI Beach Pantry is on the first floor of the University Student Union (USU), USU-116. Enter using the outside entrance to the left of the USU Games Center.
Safety Protocols: All campus visitors must follow required LBSU safety protocols to help prevent the spread of the virus. View the campus requirements at www.csulb.edu/covid-19.
Students can use the ASI Beach Pantry three times a week and receive no more than five items* per visit.
*It is highly encouraged to take an assortment of items for a well-balanced meal.
For questions, please email asi-pantry@csulb.edu.
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Donations
Physical donations are welcomed and greatly appreciated. See below for our Donation Wish List. Donations may also be made through our Amazon Wish List and items will be mailed directly to the Laurén Chalmers '83 Beach Pantry.
On average, the Laurén Chalmers '83 Beach Pantry serves over 1000 students each week, and your donations go a long way to combat food insecurity on campus.
Official Laurén Chalmers '83 Beach Pantry drop-off locations include:
- Laurén Chalmers '83 Beach Pantry Office, Student Health Services (SHS) 115-A
If you’re interested in hosting a food drive in association with the Laurén Chalmers '83 Beach Pantry or putting an official drop-off location in your office please fill out this interest form, or email us at ASI-Pantry@csulb.edu. You may also use ASI-Pantry@csulb.edu to arrange an item pick-up with our staff.
Donation Wish List*
*Please think of nutrient dense foods when making a donation, we prefer to stay away from highly processed, high-sugar, low-quality, or outdated food that can do more harm than good.
| Food |
|---|
| Canned protein (preferably tuna) |
| Canned goods (vegetables, fruit, beans, refried beans, soup, etc.) |
| Health bars |
| Oatmeal |
| Cereal |
| Peanut butter |
| Fruit spread/ Jelly |
| Apple sauce |
| Macaroni and Cheese |
| Rice |
| Pasta |
| Pasta Sauce |
| Single serving Chef-Boy-R-Dee items (with pull tab openings) |
| Toiletries |
|---|
| Toothbrushes |
| Toothpaste |
| Shampoo |
| Conditioner |
| Deodorant |
| Toilet paper |
| Body lotion |
| Feminine Hygiene items |
| Razors |
Laurén Chalmers '83 Beach Pantry
The Laurén Chalmers '83 Beach Pantry operates as the official food pantry for Long Beach State University (LBSU) students. The pantry provides food items and other essentials such as toiletries and school supplies for students in need. An initiative spanning two ASI executive administrations, 2015 ASI Vice President Miriam Hernández and 2016 ASI Vice President Logan Vournas spearheaded the food pantry project into fruition in fall 2016. Also housed in the Laurén Chalmers '83 Beach Pantry will be the Student Swap Shop program, aimed at providing students with the opportunity to donate unneeded or old school supplies, like books, notebooks and other items essential to education.
Who is Laurén Chalmers?
Associated Students, Inc. (ASI) at LBSU proudly presents the opening of the dedicated and newly named Laurén Chalmers '83 Beach Pantry. Through a transformational gift from alumna Laurén Chalmers, we are privileged to dedicate the beloved ASI Beach Pantry in tribute to Chalmers' enduring legacy.
As an alumna of LBSU, Laurén Chalmers earned her Bachelor of Science in marketing in 1983. During her time on campus, she was an active member of Alpha Phi Sorority. She also dedicates her time to several charitable causes, including St. Margaret's Episcopal School and JSerra Catholic High School. Laurén currently holds a position on the Board of Trustees for the Orange County Museum of Art.
The Laurén Chalmers '83 Beach Pantry will continue its mission to provide essential resources to address food insecurity on our campus in perpetuity, offering a welcoming and inclusive space for the Beach student community.
Services
Laurén Chalmers ’83 Beach Pantry
For currently enrolled LBSU students — free groceries available.
Hours & Visit Info
No appointment needed for in-pantry visits
Fall Pantry Hours:
- Monday – Friday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. & 5 – 7 p.m.
- Saturday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Sunday: Closed
Location: Student Health Services (SHS) building (1st floor), Room 115-A (next to G3 Parking Lot)
Usage limits: Students may visit up to 3 times per week, and receive up
to 5 food items per visit
We encourage students to take an assortment of items for a well-balanced
meal.
Please bring your own bag.
Curbside Pick-Up
By appointment only for students unable to visit in person
Available times:
- Fridays: 2 – 4 p.m.
- Saturdays: 12 – 1 p.m.
How it works:
- Email asi-pantry@csulb.edu to register
- You’ll receive instructions to build an online shopping cart
- After registering, you can schedule your pick-up appointment
Mobile Pantry
We bring free fresh produce, pantry staples, and helpful resources to various campus spots.
- No registration required
- Look out for dates & locations posted monthly on the Events & Orgs page
Contact Us
Frequently Asked Questions
You must be a currently enrolled LBSU student and know your student ID number. You will need to provide your student ID at check-in and check-out.
You may visit up to three times per week (maximum one visit per day).
Each visit, you may select up to:
- 5 grocery / non-perishable items
- 2 refrigerated items
- 1 frozen item
- 2 toiletry items
- 2 supply-swap items
- Unlimited fresh produce
No, item limits cannot be reallocated across categories.
Limits are in place to ensure every student has an equitable opportunity, no matter their time of visit. We serve 2,200+ students each month with over 7,000 pantry visits.
The pantry is a donation-based program. We receive deliveries daily and throughout the week.
Visit our Donations page to learn how you can support LBSU students.
You must be a currently enrolled LBSU student to get food from the pantry. However, here are local food resources that are open to the Long Beach community.
To find a pantry near you, please visit getfull.com.
Staff
About
USU Beach Balance program provides the Long Beach State community with health and wellness services to enhance the quality of life through mental, physical, and spiritual wellbeing. USU Beach Balance was created in spring 2019 to expand the many services already offered at the Student Recreation & Wellness (SRWC) Beach Balance office. The expansion office located in University Student Union (USU) Room 313 is temporarily closed due to the building of the new USU and will reopen in 2028. It is still open at the SRWC. Beach Balance promotes personal well-being, from a holistic approach, by empowering members of the LBSU community to make healthy lifestyle choices. Programs and services are offered to:
- Help the community improve their interpersonal development
- Decrease stress levels
- And gain knowledge from a variety of formats
- Full body massage chairs - RSVP for a 20-minute session using the SRWC Go app
- Blood pressure testing & monitoring
- Pulse oximetry, biofeedback, body weight scales
- And BMI/body fat testing
Introducing the Relaxation Station: Located in the Wellness Room, the USU Beach Balance office offers a centralized location for your relaxation needs! From meditation to health and wellness reading materials and art therapy, the Relaxation Station offers all of these relaxation methods during all hours of operation!
Beach Balance is constantly expanding and creating new special events such as Meal Prep 101, Meditation Special, Plant a Plant, DIY Wellness Hour, Dog Therapy, and Aromatherapy. Special events and services are provided in both the USU and SRWC locations. Stay connected by following us @CSULBSRWC or through the BeachSync portal for more information on current events and services.
