UC Santa Cruz Redwood Free Market
UC Santa Cruz Redwood Free Market
Student food pantry and Basic Needs Hub at Rachel Carson College
Redwood Free Market is UC Santa Cruz’s central food pantry and Basic Needs Hub. UCSC students can access free produce, dry goods, meal kits, personal-care items, diaper assistance, CalFresh application support, and connections to other campus and community resources. Hours may change by academic term.
Accepts Food Donations: UC Santa Cruz accepts unopened, unexpired nonperishable food donations at Redwood Free Market and financial gifts through the official university giving site. Large donations should be arranged by email. Last Verified: 2026-09-07Address: Rachel Carson Café A270, 1156 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95064
Locale/Designation: Santa Cruz, CA 95064
Business Hours: Monday 2:00–5:00 PM; confirm current academic-term hours before visiting
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