Retriever Essentials is Turning 10!
Celebrate a decade of supporting the UMBC community!
Location
University Center : Ballroom
Date & Time
September 24, 2026, 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Description
For the past 10 years, Retriever Essentials has worked to relieve the burden of food insecurity for UMBC students and community members. This important work has been made possible through the dedication of hundreds of volunteers, donors, founders, and campus partners who have helped build and sustain this program.
To mark this milestone, we're hosting a celebration of gratitude and community, recognizing the impact we've made together and looking ahead to the future.
Thursday, September 24
4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
UC Ballroom, UMBC
Attendees will:
- Hear reflections from Retriever Essentials' original founders
- Listen to current students whose lives have been impacted by the program
- Get a first look at exciting plans for the future of Retriever Essentials
- We invite all friends, supporters, volunteers, partners, alumni, and community members to join us for this special occasion.