Apple Cup Food Pantry Challenge
Cougs and Huskies are coming together to support students facing food insecurity.
From August 23 through September 6, every gift helps provide food and basic needs support for students while earning a point for your university.
Show your school spirit and make a donation
Together, Cougs and Huskies can help ensure students have access to the food and resources they need to succeed. Every gift counts as one point, regardless of amount. The winning institution will be determined by the total number of gifts received during the campaign period.
KEY DATES
Giving Period: August 23, 2026 through September 6, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
2026 Apple Cup: September 6, 2026
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How the Challenge Works
Every gift made during the challenge counts toward your university's total. Gifts of any size are welcome, and the institution with the most gifts at the end of the campaign will be named the 2026 Apple Cup Food Pantry Challenge winner.
This challenge celebrates participation and collective impact while supporting students at both universities.
Supporting Student Success
Access to reliable, nutritious food is foundational to student well-being and academic success. Yet food insecurity remains a reality for many college students across Washington. Two in five college students in Washington State face food insecurity.
Your gift helps campus food pantries provide food and basic necessities so students can focus on learning, growing, and achieving their goals.
About the UW Food Pantry
The UW Food Pantry provides supplemental, shelf-stable groceries and seasonal fresh produce for free to UW students, staff, and faculty. Anyone with a Husky ID is eligible to receive support.
Location
Poplar Hall 210 (1311 NE 41st St.)