Maria's Place Food Pantry

Spring 2026 Hours
Monday through Friday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Courtney McDavid
Special Project Administrator
President's Office
Lawrence J. Davidson Hall
112
860.832.3003
mcdavidc@ccsu.edu

Dr. Zulma Toro shared with WNPR the story behind Maria's Place and the importance of food pantries in offering food security and quality access within higher education.

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Who was Maria A. Alvarez?

 

Maria Alvarez

The Central Connecticut State University Campus Pantry was named in loving memory of Maria A. Alvarez. Maria worked at Central for more than 32 years, where she was loved by students, faculty and staff. Outside of work, Maria was a volunteer at the food pantry in her parish. Maria’s Place, the Central Campus Pantry combines her love of students and compassion for the community.