CUPPA Sugar Opens April 13

Posted on April 01, 2026
silver spoon dropping sugar into a white sugar with a lid on the side and a cup of coffee near by.
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On April 13, 2026, CUPPA will launch the CUPPA Sugar Mutual Aid Pantry in the Lower Level of CUPPA Hall. Non-perishable food items and hygiene products with expiration dates after September 1, 2026 will be available until the end of the semester. CUPPA Sugar will reopen in fall.

Most needed items include toiletries, peanut butter, jelly, rice, cereal, oatmeal, breakfast/snack bars, canned fish, canned meat, canned beans, canned soup, canned vegetables, on-the-go/instant meals, pasta, pasta sauce.

Bring your items to your unit/department now. Items must be in cans, cartons, or bags

•    Must be non-perishable (no refrigeration or freezing required)

•    Items must be unopened and in their original container with the original label

•    Free of dents, rips, stains, moisture, or damage

•    Must NOT be expired.

CUPPA Sugar is a partnership with the UIC Planners Network, the CUPPA Dean’s Office, and the UIC Wellness Center.

Modified on April 01, 2026