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24%

Food insecurity of respondents in UMD's 2025 Food Access & Student Well-being Survey

1in25

Student respondents experienced homelessness during the previous 12 months

At the Thrive Center for Essential Needs, we believe every Terp deserves access to the resources, support, and opportunities they need to thrive at UMD.

You can help make that possible. Whether you make a gift, donate essential items, volunteer your time, or mentor a student, your support strengthens a campus community where students can meet their essential needs, navigate challenges, build connections, and pursue their goals.

There are many ways to make a difference. Find the one that’s right for you.

GIVE

Invest in students and essential needs programs.

Make a gift

DONATE & VOLUNTEER

Give essential items or your time.

Explore ways to help

BECOME A CAMPUS COACH

UMD faculty and staff can mentor a Fostering Terp Success student.

Become a coach

Have another idea?

We welcome partnerships with alumni, families, campus departments, community organizations, and others who share our commitment to helping Terps thrive. Contact the Thrive Center to explore ways we can work together.

Thrive Center | Division of Student Affairs
2130 C. Mitchell, Jr. Building, College Park, MD 20742
thrive@umd.edu 301-314-8484