Frequently Asked Questions

• Current IU Kokomo students and employees.

• No information is required; you just need to be a current student or employee.

We provide a shopping list, with guidelines for the number of food items per category (veggies, fruits, grains, etc.) that equals enough food for at least two days. A similar list is provided for hygiene and school supplies. However, if a student needs more than what is suggested in the guidelines, we just ask that it is recorded on the anonymous shopping list. This helps us determine what categories and amounts are needed most.

• There are no rules about frequency of use.
• If you find you are using it more than you would like, be sure to talk with the resource navigator who may know of additional resources that could be helpful.

The Cougar Cupboard is available for any IU Kokomo student actively enrolled, as well as, any IU Kokomo faculty or staff members.

Complete an online shopping form through the webpage. Your order will be ready for pickup in the Student Life office KC210 within two days. Bring your assigned number when you come, and a staff member will get your personalized order

According to the USDA, food is considered safe 18 months to 5 years (depending on acid level of contents) past the “best by” dates. Pantries may give away food up to 18 months past the “best buy” date. Questions about food safety can be directed to Kim Mossburg, Dietitian.

Please request an updated list from the IU Kokomo resource navigator by emailing SLCD@iu.edu or visiting Kelley Student Center, Room 210C.

Community Meals

Daily:

Kokomo Rescue Mission
321 West Mulberry
Meals 365 days a year
12 – 12:45 p.m. and 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.

Sunday Meals:

Fresh Start Ministries
801 West Mulberry
5 p.m.

Pine Valley Community Room
300 W. Center Rd, Just west of US 31
5 p.m.

Trinity United Methodist Church
1701 S. Locke St.
5 p.m.

New Life Church
1803 E. Vaile Ave. (Activity Center)
5 p.m.

Main St. United Methodist Church
830 S. Main Street
12:45 – 1:15 p.m.

Wednesday Meals:

First EPC Church (September – May)
2000 W. Jefferson
6:00 – 6:30 p.m.

Saturday Meals:

St. Andrews Episcopal Church
602 W. Superior St.
Breakfast served Saturdays
9 – 10 a.m.

Please note: It is recommended that you call ahead as times and locations are subject to change.

The Cougar Cupboard in located in the Student Life office KC210. Please complete an online shopping order through the Cougar Cupboard webpage.

• Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (as long as campus offices are open)

On occasion the Welcome Center in Lower Alumni Hall will have granola bars and similar snacks available.

Until further notice, a Grab and Go station will be operating on a limited basis at the Welcome Center, in Lower Alumni Hall.