The Gryphon Student Care Team is deeply committed to fostering a hunger-free campus by ensuring students have reliable access to food and personal hygiene products. Our mission goes beyond immediate relief—we strive to identify and address the underlying causes of food insecurity, helping to create a more resilient and supportive campus environment.

Available resources vary based on inventory, but our goal remains consistent: to provide essential items that support students’ basic needs. By meeting both nutritional and personal care needs, the Care Team promotes the overall health, dignity, and well-being of our student community.

Operated under the Department of Special Populations, the Gryphon Student Care Team embodies the values of stewardship and community. Rooted in the belief that we are “Better Together,” the team actively engages with campus and local partners to build sustainable resources and enhance support systems for students facing financial challenges during their educational journey.

PURPOSE AND PROCESS
The Gryphon Care Pantry is a vital resource dedicated to supporting students experiencing food and hygiene insecurity. Our mission is to ensure that every student has access to essential items, fostering a healthier, more stable, and academically focused environment. With locations on both the Lawrenceville and Alpharetta-North Fulton campuses, the pantries offer a variety of food and personal hygiene products to those in need—reflecting the Gryphon Care Team’s strong commitment to addressing basic needs within the GTC community.
By operating during regular business hours and offering convenient access, the Gryphon Care Pantry helps eliminate barriers, ensuring students can receive support with dignity and ease.

REQUESTING ASSISTANCE
To receive a food bag or personal care items, you can either walk in during regular business hours or contact us by email. Here are the contact details for both campus locations:

SUGGESTED DONATIONS
The Gryphon Care Team is grateful for the support it receives from faculty, staff, students, and community members. In addition to regular donations, the team also benefits from support through the GTC Foundation, which helps sustain its efforts to provide essential resources to those in need.
The team is always happy to accept the following items as donations, which help meet the ongoing needs of the campus community:

• Non-perishable food items (canned goods, pasta, rice, etc.)
• Personal hygiene products (soap, toothpaste, shampoo, etc.)
• Cleaning supplies (laundry detergent (PODS), disinfectant wipes, etc.)
• Toiletries (toothbrushes, deodorant, feminine hygiene products)
• Gift cards (for food or grocery stores)

ONLINE DONATIONS
If you’re unable to drop off donated items in person, you can still support the Gryphon Care Team by purchasing from the Gryphon Care Online Pantry. Simply select the items you’d like to donate and have them shipped directly to the campus pantry—making it easy to give from anywhere!

To ensure your donation reaches the correct campus, please include “Lawrenceville” or “Alpharetta” in the gift comment when placing your order.

In addition to item donations, the Gryphon Care Team also welcomes monetary contributions through the GTC Foundation by clicking: Donate at Gwinnett Tech . To make a gift, simply complete the online donation form and select your designation. Be sure to select Student Food Pantry to ensure your donation directly supports the pantry initiatives on campus.

Whether you choose to give through physical items or financial support, your generosity helps the Gryphon Care Team continue providing essential resources to students in need.