What is The Purple Basket?
The Purple Basket addresses the impact of hunger, nutrition, housing insecurity, and disparities in access to basic needs for Westminster students, regardless of their situation.
Hunger and nutrition security are approached in a dignified, destigmatized manner aimed at reducing hunger and increasing resources for all presentations of food insecurity—whether it be a skipped meal or a week of groceries. Students can access sustainable and ethically sourced foods as well as hygiene and basic household items in The Purple Basket.
Location: Carleson Hall lower level (access through the patio on the south side of the building)
Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Contact: (updated contact information coming soon)
How can you support The Purple Basket?
During the two weeks of BUSI 101's sales, students are working to increase awareness of The Purple Basket.
BUSI 101 will collect financial donations and use those funds, along with profits from sales, to buy items from The Purple Basket's wish list.
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You can also buy your own goods to donate. Accepted items include food, hygiene products, household items, and gently used cookware/dishwear. Donations can be dropped off at The Purple Basket during business hours.
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Visit The Purple Basket's site
Click here for a list of The Purple Basket's most needed items
Find The Purple Basket's Amazon Wish List here
Follow The Purple Basket on Instagram: @westminsterpurplebasket
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Visiting The Purple Basket
When you enter The Purple Basket, you will be greeted by a student office assistant or staff member who will point you in the direction of the pantry. You will be asked to sign in with your Westminster ID and no other identifying information. After signing in, you can take whatever you need from the pantry, including any food, hygiene products, or household items.
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The Purple Basket strives to offer products that meet the needs of all students within the Westminster community. In the pantry, you will find meat and meat alternatives, produce from the Organic Garden, dairy and dairy alternatives, canned goods, and spices. In addition, you will find hygiene products, including soap, haircare, menstrual products and oral care products, and household items, such as cleaning supplies and laundry detergent.
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The goal of The Purple Basket is to carry things that students want and need. To request that certain items be stocked at The Purple Basket, fill out an anonymous request form. Please feel free to submit as many requests as you’d like.