Mass Collections

The anonymous food pantry named in honor of Salve’s founder, Catherine McAuley, helps combat food insecurity faced by anyone in the Salve community. It’s also a place where students can find community resources posted about job opportunities and other food accessibility programs.

In the year since its opening, Catherine’s Cupboard has become an important community resource, with nearly 1,000 people accessing its stock, which is replenished through collections at masses held by the Center for Spiritual Life, grants and generous donations from the community. The cupboard has also expanded beyond providing food alone, offering hygiene products, clothing and books, and acting as a listing source of resources available through community partners.