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The 15th anniversary of Aztecs Rock Hunger (ARH), 黑料吃瓜鈥檚 universitywide campaign committed to fighting food and nutrition insecurity, kicks off today. 

Through Nov. 30, the ARH campaign will raise funds by collecting donations and engaging the campus in community events benefitting both 黑料吃瓜 students and San Diegans in need. Cumulative donations through the first 14 years of ARH topped $1 million last year.

, a student-led organization dedicated to serving and involving students at 黑料吃瓜, leads the campaign. ARH partners with the 黑料吃瓜 (ECRT), and   as the beneficiaries of the campaign. 

Food remains an essential need, yet it is one of the most expensive costs for students. As of June 2025, more than one in four San Diegans experience nutrition insecurity. In the California State University system, two out of three students face food insecurity. The support of campaigns such as Aztecs Rock Hunger is critical in making a direct impact on students and local community members.

About 20% of ARH鈥檚 proceeds go to ECRT to bridge the gap for students experiencing urgent food, housing or financial crises that could impact their academic success. Additionally, a portion of the donations directly benefit the A.S. Food Pantry, which is open three times per week to provide free nutritious food such as fresh fruits, canned goods, snacks and protein bars.

鈥淎s an out-of-state student, I struggled to afford groceries,鈥� said Bricen, a criminal justice major who has used the Food Pantry for three years. 鈥淭he A.S. Food Pantry provided me access to free snacks and fresh produce, helping with my financial burden. The pantry also allowed me to meet new people and make new friends on campus. I cannot thank Associated Students enough for this incredible resource.鈥�

Stories like Bricen鈥檚 show why it is crucial to keep the campaign's efforts continuing. Each dollar donated to Aztecs Rock Hunger provides two meals through the partnership with the San Diego Food Bank.

鈥淔ood is more than something we eat, it鈥檚 how we care for one another,鈥� said Aztecs Rock Hunger Chair Aliza Siddiqui. 鈥淲hen individuals donate to Aztecs Rock Hunger, they鈥檙e offering more than a meal, they鈥檙e offering a sense of belonging, a moment of relief and the reminder that no one is alone.鈥�

Here are four easy ways to donate to ARH:

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• Donate via the 黑料吃瓜 (tax-deductible for qualified filers)
• At 黑料吃瓜 campus Starbucks, eateries and markets
• At one of with local businesses

For more information on this year鈥檚 campaign, visit the and follow the Aztecs Rock Hunger .