Mid-Ohio Market
The Mid-Ohio Market at Columbus State (MOM @CState) is a resource for students and community members to access free, fresh, and shelf-stable food on a regular basis. It is located at 400 Grove St. on the Columbus Campus.
Who is Eligible
Eligible shoppers must have a household income that is less than 200% of the federal poverty level. There is no limit to how many times per month eligible shoppers can visit the Market.
Cougar Box
What is a Cougar Box?
It's a service for currently enrolled Columbus State students to order a prepackaged box from the Mid-Ohio Market.
What comes in the box?
One of everything we have in the Market that day!
If you don't want something, we recommend giving it to family and friends! There's always the option for you to visit the market and choose what you want instead.
How to order a Cougar Box
Using your Columbus State student email, book your appointment through the CState Cares Hub Booking Page.
How do I pick up my package?
Make your way to the Mid-Ohio Market!
Check in up front by letting the staff know you have a Cougar Box ordered. A team member will bring it to you!
What happens if I forget to pick up my package?
We get it! Life happens. If you should fail to pick up your Cougar Box, we will gift the box to another shopper at the close of business.
You'll have to reschedule for another day.
How To Access Service
The Mid-Ohio Market is offering in-person service every service day. Customers will be able to shop through the Market and choose from the food on offer for that day.
Market Hours
Monday 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Wednesday 2 p.m.-6 p.m.
Thursday 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
The Mid-Ohio Market service hours mirror that of Columbus State Community College class schedules and will be closed during planned and emergency campus closures (spring & between-term breaks, weather emergencies, & holidays recognized by the College).
Be the first to know about closures by signing up for RAVE, a text alert system used only for communicating emergency closures and snow days at Columbus State. You do not need to be a student to sign up for this alert service.
Grab & Go Snack Box Locations
The Student Advocacy Center provides grab and go snacks to students across campus in seven locations
- Math Department Suite- Davidson Hall room 415
- Student Engagement & Belonging- Nestor Hall room 116
- Advising Central- Aquinas Hall room 116
- TRIO Suite- Franklin Hall room 223
- Student Advocacy Center Lobby
- Library- Columbus Hall Circulation Desk (Lower Level)
- Testing Center- Nestor Hall Study Zone (Lower Level)
Can You Help?
The Mid-Ohio market is always in need of dedicated volunteers! We need your help in fulfilling this vital mission. We welcome volunteers whether you are affiliated with Columbus State or not. Please note that you may need to lift 30lbs and shifts are in three-hour blocks. We have taken protective measures in the facility to be sure that service is safe for everyone.
Volunteer at the Mid-Ohio Market
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Email questions can be sent to midohiomarket@cscc.edu.
