Compassion Network

Trinity's collaborative approach to caring for our neighborhood 
September 9, 2019 Trinity Union Fellows at St. Paul's Chapel

Trinity is dedicated to strengthening the well-being of children and families who live, work, and learn in Lower Manhattan. We partner with organizations who share this commitment, bringing them together to shape a shared vision for our future. By coordinating our efforts, we build stronger networks and create greater impact for the families we serve.   

 

The Compassion Hub  

The Compassion Hub is a new partnership between Trinity Church and six nearby organizations. We work together to understand our neighborhood’s most pressing needs, coordinate our response, and amplify our collective reach. Our inaugural partners—all located within a one-mile radius—offer inclusive community programming and expanded access to essential services. Whether our neighbors are looking for groceries, job training, English classes, or a place to connect with others, the Compassion Hub is here to deliver direct support to those in need.   

Compassion hub map

Services vary by site; please contact our partners for details.  

PARTNERS  

St. Mark’s Church in-the-Bowery  
131 East 10th St.  
212-674-6377  
office@stmarksbowery.org  

East Village Community Coalition (EVCC)  
143 Avenue B  
212-979-2344  
director@evccnyc.org    

Loisaida, Inc.  
710 East 9th St.  
332-227-4507  
promise@loisaida.org  

Lower Eastside Girls Club  
402 East 8th St  
212-982-1633  
programs@girlsclub.org  

P.S. 15 (Roberto Clemente School)  
333 East 4th Street  
212-228-8730  

Grand Street Settlement  
80 Pitt Street  
212-674-1740  
JS@grandsettlement.org  

Classes
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)  Loisaida   
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)  St. Mark’s  
CPRSt. Mark’s  
Tech for Seniors  Grand Street  
Security Guard Training  Loisaida  

 

Essentials
Clothing  P.S. 15  
Diapers and formula  EVCC, Grand Street, St. Mark’s  
Fruits and veggies  LESGC, P.S. 15
Non-perishable groceries  EVCC, Loisaida, St. Mark’s
Haircuts  EVCC, Grand Street, Loisaida, P.S. 15,  St. Mark’s  

 

Community Gatherings  
Compassion Circles (community building)EVCC, Loisaida, St. Mark’s  
Social group for parents and kids  Grand Street  
Community garden  EVCC, Loisaida, St. Mark’s 
Movie nightsEVCC, LESGC, Loisaida, P.S. 15, St. Mark’s    
Clinics
Housing help  P.S. 15  
Legal support  Grand Street, St. Mark’s  

The Compassion Collective    

The Compassion Collective is a network of frontline workers serving our community with dignity, empathy, and shared wisdom. Convened by Trinity, this invitation-only collective brings together outreach staff members of nonprofit organizations, NGOs, schools, and other organizations working with those in need in Lower Manhattan. Together, we deepen our impact by fostering a culture of support, collaborating to develop solutions, and ensuring all we serve are met with respect and care.  

For more information, contact Metha Balasquides, program administrator, Neighborhood Support, at MBalasquides@TrinityChurchNYC.org.    

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