Student LunchBox

Student LunchBox (SLB) is a nonprofit organization based in Los Angeles that addresses college hunger by providing consistent access to nutritious food and essential basic needs for economically disadvantaged students. Established in 2020, SLB partners with colleges and universities to support students facing food insecurity, distributing fresh groceries, prepared meals, hygiene items, clothing, and critical supplies through a holistic, student-centered model. By removing the burden of unmet basic needs, SLB enables students to remain enrolled, focused, and on track toward graduation.

Beyond food distribution, SLB’s work reflects a deep commitment to educational equity and long-term impact. Its market-style events are designed to be stigma-free, creating welcoming spaces that foster community connection and normalize help-seeking behavior. With a growing reach across Los Angeles County, SLB serves thousands of students each month and continues to expand its services through strategic collaborations with higher education institutions, local nonprofits, and philanthropic partners. The organization’s outcomes-driven approach demonstrates measurable improvements in academic persistence, student well-being, and graduation success.