The Launch of Trinity’s Table: A Free Resource for Students, Faculty, and Staff

Trinity Christian College is proud to announce the launch of Trinity’s Table, a fully operational food pantry designed to support students, faculty, and staff by providing essential food items and non-food essentials free of charge. Officially opening on November 6, 2024, Trinity’s Table is available to all members of the Trinity community who may be facing food insecurity, offering a wide range of supplies to meet a variety of needs.

Located on campus in the Molenhouse Student Center, Trinity’s Table features a selection of food items, including canned goods like vegetables, tomatoes, and tuna, as well as pantry staples such as bread, tortillas, rice, and beans. Students and employees can also find essential items like milk, eggs, peanut butter, pasta, and cereal. The pantry is well-stocked with fresh produce, frozen meats, and non-food essentials, including laundry detergent and personal hygiene products. This initiative is designed to ensure all can focus on their academic and vocational pursuits without the added stress of food insecurity.

The creation of Trinity’s Table has been a collaborative effort, spearheaded by Siobhan Park, Student Life and Test Center Coordinator, alongside Linda Acosta, Director of Accessibility and Accommodations, and the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Park, who has been deeply involved in the development of this resource, shares her gratitude for being part of this initiative. “Serving students in this role brings me so much joy,” Park said. “I am hopeful that students will make use of this resource and the other free resources available on campus. It’s been a rewarding journey, and I’m excited to continue supporting student growth and success in every way possible.”

Food insecurity remains an issue for many college students. Adequate access to nutritional food is essential for students’ physical and mental well-being, allowing them to focus on their studies. Trinity recognizes this challenge and has responded by providing Trinity’s Table, an initiative that reflects the institution’s commitment to the wellbeing of its community. The pantry is part of the College’s overall wellbeing efforts, which aim to support students in all areas of their lives—academic, social, and personal—ensuring they have the resources they need to thrive.

Whether students need basic food items or non-food essentials, the pantry is a safe and welcoming space where they can take what they need, free of charge. Trinity’s Table is open to all members of the Trinity community, and there are no restrictions on usage. Students, faculty, and staff are invited to visit the pantry as often as needed.

To learn more about Trinity’s Table, email table@trnty.edu.

Located in the Molenhouse Student Center, Trinity’s Table is open:

Wednesdays from 2:00-5:00 p.m.

Thursdays from 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Saturdays from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.