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: Chanté Jiménez (cjimenez@westminsteru.edu)
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
The Purple Basket provides calorically dense, shelf-stable food to help support individuals who are experiencing short-term food disruptions. 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 a variety of shelf-stable, calorically dense foods, as well as hygiene and household items (when available) in the Purple Basket.
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When you enter the Purple Basket, you will be greeted by a student staff member. After you select what you need from the Purple Basket, you will be asked to provide your student ID number. Student ID numbers are collected to track inventory, support funding, and better understand student needs. Your information is confidential and will not be shared.
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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.