Food Resources
The North Star Student Food Pantry is now open for Fall Quarter for NSC students currently enrolled in credited classes. Our Fall Operating Hours are Mondays and Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Thursdays, 12 to 7 p.m. Please bring photo ID and your ctcLink number.


North Star Student Food Pantry
- Open Mondays and Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Thursdays 12 to 7 p.m.
- Located in CC1452 - across from The Grove and to the left.
- Open to enrolled North Seattle students.
Tips for a Great Visit:
- Have your ctcLink number with you.
- Plan to shop for up to 20 points.
- You can shop at the pantry once a week.
Pop-Up Food Pantry with the University District Food Bank
- Drive-thru or walk-up food pantry for North Seattle students, faculty, staff, and community members
- Milk, eggs/protein, fruits, vegetables, snacks, and more are typically available
- Tuesdays from 4:00 to 7:00 pm
- Enter campus on N 95th St and follow signs to the parking garage entrance from the East parking lot
Community Resources
- Students may be eligible for Basic Food (SNAP) benefits, which provide money for groceries via an EBT card. Learn more about this great resource and how to apply by visiting Washington State's Basic Food program - King County or Basic Food|DSHS or scheduling a Benefits Hub appointment.
- Find emergency food resources across King County and Seattle using this online tool from the City of Seattle.
- If you are a Running Start student, enrolled in Seattle Public Schools, there may be free or reduced-price breakfast and lunches for students. See Student Meal Programs - Seattle Public Schools for more information.
- Further resources for food assistance are available through the Washington Connection website.