Food insecurity is common at colleges and universities across the country, potentially undermining the educational success of untold thousands of students. In 2016, a study was released indicating that as much as 48% of college students report food insecurity, a number which is higher among minority students. These students reported a range of consequences: not being able to purchase textbooks, or missing or dropping a class.

In response, CdP has opened two mobile pantries at the Doña Ana Community College campuses in Las Cruces and another on the NMSU Campus. Each operates once per month, and serves students and staff on those campuses.