Food Assistance
Although Lower Manhattan may not seem like a community where people are in need, it is; and the pandemic has further exacerbated economic inequalities. With sharp rises in the unemployment rate, the cost of groceries, and the number of people seeking assistance from food pantries and soup kitchens, food insecurity is at an all-time high in New York City.
Trinity remains committed to helping our neighbors in need through advocacy and programs, such as Resource Connections, Compassion Meals, and the Compassion Market. Through our grantmaking, Trinity also supports community partners who are addressing the roots of poverty—a primary reason people need assistance in the first place.
Resource Connections
Monday to Friday from 2-5pm | 917-594-6300
Get assistance with connecting to the Department of Homeless Services, applying to the NYC free senior meal program or SNAP benefits, and other community resources. Trinity’s Outreach team assists guests with accessing housing, legal aid, mental health services, immigration, SNAP benefits, and other services. If you or someone you know would like a helping hand, call 917-594-6300, Monday-Friday, 2-5pm. You can also leave a voicemail anytime or email us at resources@trinitywallstreet.org anytime to receive a reply within 48 hours.
Compassion Meals
Monday-Sunday | Trinity Church (Broadway at Wall Street)
Since 2009, Trinity has served New Yorkers free, nutritional meals through its grab-and-go Compassion Meals program. Before the pandemic, the program was offered midday at St. Paul’s Chapel, seven days a week. It is now offered throughout the day, seven days a week from Monday through Sunday to drop-in guests at Trinity Church (Broadway at Wall Street). See below for the up-to-date calendar.
Trinity Church Wall Street is committed to the Compassion Meals program to help transform our community, our neighbors, and ourselves.
Compassion Meals Hours
Stop by Trinity Church for a meal, refreshments, and snacks.
Breakfast
Monday-Friday | 9-10am
Lunch
Monday-Saturday | 12-1pm
Sundays | 12:45-1:45pm
Dinner
Fridays | 4:30-5:30pm
Compassion Market
Tuesdays, 9-11:30am and Thursdays, 11am-1:30pm
Lower lobby of Trinity Commons | Enter via 109 Greenwich Street
Join Trinity on Tuesdays and Thursdays for our revamped Compassion Market, where shoppers can get the groceries, diapers, and cleaning essentials they and their families need. Schedule your visit using the Plentiful App! Walk-ins are also welcome, while supplies last. Contact resources@trinitywallstreet.org or call 917-594-6300 for more information.
1st Sundays, 1-3pm
Note: Starting October 1, Compassion Market will now be open on the first Sunday of the month offering pre-packed bags and by appointment only.
Winter Coat Drive
Virtual Coat Drive via Amazon Wishlist | November 6–December 15
Help the Compassion Market provide warm coats to asylum seekers, the unhoused, and other members of our Lower Manhattan community this winter season. Donate via Amazon Wishlist to help our Outreach staff meet the needs of our neighbors, especially children and families!
Please note we are not currently accepting physical donations. For more information, contact Megan Payton, Program Assistant for Outreach, at MPayton@trinitywallstreet.org.
