Please support students in need

The cost of living crisis - now in its third year - is hitting our students harder than ever.

As part of our ongoing response to this challenge the Students’ Association and University Cost of Living Taskforce are working together to provide practical support for students in need, including a St Andrews Campus Larder. This provides any students who are struggling financially with free food and essentials, and they can take as much as they need. 

The average visitor to the Campus Larder leaves with a bag of items worth about £15. This often includes staples such as milk and cereal, pasta, rice and sauces, toiletries (toilet roll and hygiene products) and some snacks for busy days studying. We intentionally stock many international food products to support our diverse student community.

So far we have supported over 300 visits to the larder since it was first established in late 2023 and many students have told us that it has provided them with a critical lifeline. 

Donations of any amount will help to keep the Campus Larder stocked and running. They will also support some of the hidden costs of learning and help students make the most of their university experience, for example:

• £40 for a day's childcare so a parent student can participate in work experience.
• £100 to contribute towards accommodation expenses for an internship or work placement.
• £200 for a set of professional clothing & footwear to attend interview/assessment.

We know the cumulative effect of the cost of living crisis is increasingly hard on everyone. If you are able, please consider donating whatever you can to help students in need.

Thank you so much for anything you can give to this appeal.

If you would like to offer your support through your skills, experience or networks please join our Saint Connect platform. 

Please visit the dedicated webpage for more information on the University’s Cost of Living initiatives. 

For more information about the Cost of Living Appeal please contact Magdalena Croy at annualgiving@st-andrews.ac.uk.