If you are interested in contributing a non-monetary donation and/or organizing a donation drive on behalf of Student Basic Needs, please complete this Donation Interest Form. Our team will reach out to you via email for any follow-up communication.
Make a Monetary Donation
Throughout its history, the University of Southern California has relied on the generosity of alumni, friends, corporations, and foundations that endorse the university’s mission of excellence. This support has played a vital role in propelling USC into the front ranks of the world’s premier private research institutions. Now, more than ever, philanthropic funding is essential to sustain this important legacy.
The reasons for making a gift to USC are personal and varied. Perhaps you are grateful for your USC experience and want to give something back. Maybe you would like to leave a legacy to benefit future Trojans for generations to come. Perhaps you feel passionate about supporting an important cause, such as cutting-edge research or the development of new technology. Or you may wish to take advantage of the tax benefits of making a gift to the Student Basic Needs Fund.
If you would like to support the day-to-day operation of the Trojan Food Pantry, provide grants for students experiencing basic needs insecurities, or support our other programs and initiatives, please designate your gift to USC Student Basic Needs Fund.
*If you are a USC employee, you may make a gift using payroll deduction via the link below.
Make a Trojan Food Pantry Donation
*If you are interested in contributing a donation for the pantry, please complete this Donation Interest Form. Our team will reach out to you via email for any follow-up communication.
Nonperishable Food Items: We accept food donations that are nonperishable and shelf-stable. Nonperishable food items should be unopened and in their original packaging and have a legible label with all ingredients and allergens listed. Expired items cannot be accepted.
Examples of donated food can include, but are not limited to, the following:
Hygiene & Household Items: We accept travel-size hygiene products and household items. Examples of items include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Shampoo (travel-size)
- Conditioner (travel-size)
- Body wash (travel-size)
- Soap bars
- Lotion / Moisturizer (travel-size)
- Toothbrushes
- Toothpaste (travel-size)
- Floss
- Razors
- Shaving Cream
- Feminine hygiene products (pads, tampons, sanitary napkins)
- Deodorant
- Hand sanitizer (travel-size)
- Laundry detergent (single use)
- Toilet paper (individually wrapped)
- Small hand towels
- Tissue packs (travel-size)
- Sanitizing wipes (travel-size)
- Body / face wipes (travel-size)
Reusable Bags: We accept donations of reusable bags and totes. These would directly benefit students accessing the Trojan Food Pantry who may request a bag to carry their items.
Make a Tommy’s Closet Donation
*If you are interested in contributing a clothing donation for Tommy’s Closet, please complete this Donation Interest Form. Our team will reach out to you via email for any follow-up communication.
About the Program: Tommy’s Closet is a signature Student Basic Needs program that collects lightly used donations from the USC community and redistributes these items to students who could benefit from additional clothing.
Examples of clothing and accessories that we accept include the following:
