Every purchase
= Real Impact.
Grounded Café is part of TUSA’s wider Food Security Program, helping students access food in ways that are welcoming, inclusive and community focused.
Profits from the café help support TUSA Food Hubs across Lutruwita/Tasmania. Our Food Hubs provide students with free and low-cost access to fresh produce, pantry staples, bread and ready-made meals.
Our Food Hubs rely on a combination of donations, partnerships, volunteers and grant funding to continue supporting students.
TUSA Food Hub Locations
nipaluna /
Hobart
kriwa /
Sandy Bay
kanamaluka /
Launceston
pataway /
Burnie
wangal /
Rozelle, NSW
So Far…
at Grounded as of ___
___ coffees paid forward
___ meals paid forward
$___ saved through student discounts
at Food Hubs as of 30 July 2026
___ students visits to our Food Hubs
___ kg of fresh produce provided free of charge
___ kg of low-cost pantry items distributed
___ kg of bread shared with students
___ ready-made meals provided
___ servings of free student lunches served
Small Purchases, Real Outcomes.
Every coffee, meal, catering order and pay-it-forward contribution helps strengthen student wellbeing and food security across our university communities.
Reviews from the students about the food hub
"Me and my kids are migrants and suffered from homelessness several times throughout our first semester. Food Hub has been our main source of groceries some weeks, pulling us through, and we would have gone hungry without it."
"As a student, these services help me maintain a healthy diet while managing my budget. I am very grateful for the support provided by the Food Hub, as it has made a real difference to my daily life and wellbeing."
"Food Hub has helped me a lot as a student, especially when my budget is limited due to rent, study expenses, transport, and other living costs. It has reduced my stress about buying food and allowed me to focus more on my studies. It also gives me access to basic food items when I need support, which makes student life easier and more manageable."
"Food hub has greatly reduced my worries for buying food especially for vegetables and fruits. I used to rarely get any fruits before food hub but after discovering it. I have been having fruits regularly."
"The Food Hub is a great spot and I really hope they continue helping students out because it has been an essential service through my degree."
“The food support programs have been a lifeline for some of my friends. It has been the difference [between] passing out due to hunger and being able to make it through another day.”
"Thank you to everyone involved in running the Food Hub. It is a wonderful service that provides practical support to students. The fresh produce, cooked meals, and affordable groceries are greatly appreciated and have had a positive impact on my student experience."
"Food Hub is a very helpful support service for students, especially for those managing tight budgets while studying. I really appreciate the kindness of the staff and volunteers and the respectful way the service is provided. It makes a positive difference and helps students feel supported during difficult financial periods. Thank you for continuing this service."
"Food Hub is a vital and beloved resource in the community, promoting health, sustainability, and social cohesion."
"The variety [at Food Hub] helps a well balanced diet.Everyone is very nice and respectful of each other."
"A wonderful initiative... My heartfelt thanks to the organisers volunteers and everyone who made this event possible."
"It's [Get Nourised] such a great way to learn real-life skills and meet people. I'd do again in a heartbeat."
"Because of Food Hub, I could afford rent and medical bills. It gave me stablility and hope."