Calorie competition

Starting March 3, Wright State University students, employees and partners kicked off the annual Spring Food Drive competition to support the Raider Food Pantry.

Throughout March, 13 offices and organizations will compete by collecting different food items each week to stock the pantry’s shelves.

“Our mission is to best serve Wright State students,” said Tylar O’Neal-White, advocate and case manager in the Office of Student Counseling and Wellness.

O’Neal-White said the timing of the drive is perfect. Food items are beginning to run low following a generous donation from Wright State Police Department last fall.

“The officers definitely helped us over the fall semester and through wintertime, but now our supply is dwindling again,” said O’Neal White.

Defending champ Wright-Patt Credit Union has led the competition for the past five years, donating the most items each year.

“Our partners here at the member center love being involved every year and they love participating,” said Garrett Young, community development specialist at Wright-Patt Credit Union. “It’s really great to see how we can make a difference on campus.”

While the competition is already underway, it’s not too late to get involved. Students, faculty and staff can partner with a participating office or drop off donations in the collection bin near the Raider Food Pantry at 055 Student Union.

Spring Food Drive collection schedule:

March 3–7: Vegetarian and vegan items
March 10–14: Breakfast foods
March 17–21: Dorm-friendly meals
March 24–28: Condiments, sauces and seasonings