Gannon University was awarded $40,000 in grant funding through the PA Hunger-Free Campus program. The program is aimed at combating food insecurity among college students. 

According to the university, the money will be used to expand student access to food options, create awareness campaigns and upgrade facilities. 

Gannon says it has worked to meet the unique food needs of college students, including offering meal plans that avoids interfering with SNAP eligibility, creating meal-sharing programs and working with community partners to address food insecurity. 

Funds will be available until the end of 2024. 

A total of $1 million was awarded to colleges and universities across Pennsylvania. A full list of recipients can be found here.