Food N Stuff

Food N Stuff is Trinity's student food and hygiene product pantry available to all students for free. It is located on the lower level of Mather near the Cave.

Food N Stuff announcement for Summer 2026:

The pantry is stocked Monday, Wednesday, and Friday afternoons through college-funded support to help supplement students’ food needs during the summer and provide access to basic food and hygiene essentials at no cost to students. While not intended to meet all meal needs, the pantry is available to help support students throughout their summer stay on campus. Available items may include eggs, cheese, yogurt, protein, canned goods, pasta, rice, cereal, bread, peanut butter, and jelly.

 Students are encouraged to share feedback or suggestions by leaving a note on the Food n Stuff whiteboard or scanning the QR code located on the lower left corner of the whiteboard.

Additional food resources are listed below:

Summer living at Trinity includes a variety of food resources, transportation options, and community support services available to students residing on campus during the summer months. The information below outlines available food access programs, kitchen resources, grocery transportation, and dining options available throughout the summer session.

 Please note that traditional dining facilities are not in regular operation during the summer, and compensation provided through summer employment and learning opportunities is intended, in part, to assist students with meal and living expenses during their stay on campus.

 Residential Community Kitchen

Cooking equipment collected from Ditch the Dumpster is available in Food n Stuff. Students are encouraged to label personal food items and clean shared kitchen spaces after use to help maintain a respectful community environment. Please note that Facilities clean the communal kitchens daily by wiping countertops and removing trash. All other cleaning will be done by all the students using the kitchen such as washing dishes and removing expired food from the communal refridgerators. Students living in residential communities without kitchens will be provided temporary access to buildings with kitchens to support meal preparation. If you do not have access, please email the Bantam Network at [email protected]. 

Transportation

Campus Safety Grocery Shuttle, NEW starting Tuesday, June 9

Shuttle service to Walmart and Stop & Shop departs from Mather Circle every 30 minutes.

• Tuesdays and Thursdays
• 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

 Bantam Bus Pass

CT Transit bus passes are available free to students. Visit the CT Transit Trip Planner to assist with routes and schedules. Students needing a bus pass should contact Joe Barber. Note: a list of suggested grocery stores and markets are included at the end of this email for additional shopping options.

 Peter B’s

Located in the Raether Library and Information Services Center

• Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
• Beginning June 12, Peter B’s will close at noon on Fridays

Summer offerings include sandwiches and salads.

 Parkville Market

1400 Park Street, Hartford

Show your Trinity ID to receive:

• 10% off orders at all Parkville Market vendors*
• $10 lunch specials available Monday–Friday, 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

*10% discount does not apply to $10 lunch specials.

 FreeEats App

Students are encouraged to download the FreeEats app to stay informed about free food opportunities from events and programs.

Suggested Grocery Stores and Markets

Estimated travel times may vary based on route and traffic conditions.

• The Grocery on Broad (within walking distance from campus, about 15 minutes) accessible via CT Transit Route 61 from Broad St. & Crescent St. or Broad St. & Vernon St.
  • Become a member – membership program is designed to make quality groceries affordable for all, regardless of income level.
  • How it works – complete the self-certification process during store hours then receive a membership card. The designated discount is applied automatically at checkout with the membership card.
• Walmart (approximately 25–35 minutes) by CT Transit Route 37 from New Britain Ave. & Crescent St.
• CTown Supermarket (approximately 15–20 minutes) by CT Transit Routes 37 or 41 from New Britain Ave. & Henry St.
• Price Rite Marketplace (approximately 20–30 minutes) by CT Transit Routes 39 or 41 from New Britain Ave. & Crescent St.
• Five Star Farmers Market (approximately 20–25 minutes) by CT Transit Routes 37 or 39 from New Britain Ave. & Crescent St.
• El Mercado Market (approximately 15–20 minutes) by CT Transit Route 61 from Broad St. & School St.
• Old State House Farmers’ Market, beginning June 5, Tuesdays, and Fridays, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Accessible via CT Transit Route 61.

 Note: hours and services may be adjusted during college holidays or special campus operations periods.