Pitch in and donate!
Spartans, give your unwanted items a second life!
Help support MSU and greater Lansing community by donating unwanted household goods, clothing, shoes, books, bikes, electronics, furniture and nonperishable food items.
Where can these items be donated?
You can donate your unwanted items at designated bins in residence hall lobbies. Nonperishable food items will be collected at service centers.
What is a nonperishable food item?
Nonperishable foods are items that don’t spoil quickly, such as:
- Pasta, rice, and dry cereal
- Canned goods (soups, vegetables, fruits, beans)
- Crackers, snack bars, and juices
When will donations be accepted?
November 18 through the end of the semester!
What about items that do not fit these categories?
If your items don’t fit into the donation categories, please use the residence hall recycling stations for:
- Paper, newspaper, and boxboard
- Glass, plastics, and household metals
- Cardboard (with packing materials removed) - broken down and taken to outdoor recycling bins near dumpsters
Why should I participate?
Your donations directly support:
- The MSU Student Food Bank and Basic Needs, providing food for students in need
- The MSU Surplus Store & Recycling Center (SSRC), a nonprofit that promotes reuse through thrift sales, upcycling events, and student support programs
Can my student organization host their own food/clothing drive in the residence halls?
The Pack Up Pitch In program is the only approved collection initiative in residence halls. If your student organization wants to get involved in sustainability projects, connect with:
- RHS Sustainability Office: iansiti@msu.edu
- MSU Center for Community Engaged Learning (CCEL) for volunteer opportunities
Clean Out. Give Back. Go Green.
Join in on the Pack Up Pitch In program to prepare for winter break, reduce waste, and make a positive impact on your Spartan community.
Be Spartan Green!
