What is Leo’s Shelf?

Leo’s Shelf is an on-site, free-of-charge resource designed to address food insecurity for the LSC-University Park campus community. Leo’s Shelf is managed by faculty and staff volunteers, and is stocked by donations.

What Do We Offer?

Leo’s Shelf offers free grab-and-go meals and snacks, as well as nonperishable pantry items and personal hygiene products.

How to Find Us

Leo’s Shelf is located on the LSC-University Park campus in Building 13 2nd Floor Room 210B. 

Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 11 - 2 p.m. 
Wednesday: 10 - 2 p.m. 
Thursday: 10  - 2 p.m.

Friday: 10 - 2 p.m. 

In the event that the college is closed, Leo's Shelf is also closed. 

Email UP-LeosShelf@LoneStar.edu if circumstances require evening (5 - 7 p.m.) visits. 

Before your first visit please Complete the LSC-UP Food Pantry Intake Form
(Only complete this form once during the 2021-2022 Academic Year)

• Fill out the LSC-UP Intake Form Here
• Before you visit, complete this form first. It only needs to be completed once each academic year. The information is used to verify your connection to LSC-UP, contact information for communication, and to note any dietary restrictions.

Step 2: Stop By Leo's Shelf

• Once you've completed the LSC-UP Food Pantry Intake Form in step 1, you are eligible to visit Leo's Shelf once per week. 

Feel free to contact us at UP-LeosShelf@LoneStar.edu if you have any questions.

Donate to Leo's Shelf

Leo's Shelf accepts donations year round.  Please donate during the hours listed above or you may ship items to the addres below.  Donations can also be delivered to The Office of Student Development (B12.232) or The Lion's Den (CB.229) Monday - Thursday from 9 - 2 p.m. 

If you’re interested in donating to Leo’s Shelf:

Amazon Wish List: 

• Visit our Amazon donation list and ship items to the following address:
  • Leo’s Shelf at Lone Star College-University Park
    20515 TX SH 249, Office UP13.210B
    Houston, TX 77070

List of Items Needed: 

• You can view a list of needed items here. Items can be dropped off at
  Leo’s Shelf in B13.210B.

Contact Information

Kevin Carreathers
Director, Student Development
Kevin.R.Carreathers@LoneStar.edu
281.655.3711