Core Community Partners
The Office of Community Relations (OCR) at Trinity College serves as a vital link, fostering and nurturing relationships between the College and a wide array of community stakeholders. This role extends beyond its core community partners, as the OCR also facilitates connections between various campus stakeholders, including faculty members, student clubs, and staff councils, and these partners.
Trinity College is proud to host several core community partners on its campus. Each of these organizations has deep historical roots and connections not only to the campus community but also to families living in the neighborhoods surrounding the college. These organizations play a crucial role in enriching the campus community, contributing to its vibrancy and diversity. They also foster a sense of interconnectedness to Hartford, creating a dynamic ecosystem where learning, growth, and community engagement are intertwined. The OCR’s role in facilitating these connections strives to foster mutually beneficial relationship between the college and its community partners. This synergy ultimately contributes to the overall mission of Trinity College, enhancing its commitment to community engagement and social responsibility.
Core Community Partners

Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy
Trinity College and the Hartford Public Schools partnership started with Trinity’s support in building the learning corridor on Broad St. and the founding of the Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy (HMTCA). It now includes mutual beneficial programming such as a tutoring program and a Summer Writing Institute.

Cinestudio
Cinestudio is an independent non-profit theater open to the public, welcoming everyone to experience a diverse range of films. Known for showcasing independent and foreign films, as well as hosting special events like the Trinity Film Festival, and the CT OUT FILM Festival. They offer something for every film enthusiast.

Southside Institutions Neighborhood Alliance
Southside Institutions Neighborhood Alliance (SINA) is a partnership between Connecticut Children’s, Hartford Hospital, and Trinity College. SINA addresses key issues in south Hartford, focusing on housing, economic development, community engagement, and education.

Hartford Youth Scholars
Hartford Youth Scholars (HYS) empowers Hartford students—beginning when they are in middle school—to change their lives through education. HYS prepares scholars to earn a college degree by offering them access to exceptional educational opportunities and providing them with ongoing, comprehensive support.

Trinity College Boys and Girls Club
The Trinity College Boys and Girls Club is located on Broad St. and is the first club to be affiliated with a college in the United States. The club works with their members on programs focused on academic success, health and wellness, and character & leadership to name a few.