Where the Church meets the streets — that’s where Jesus is. And that’s where we are called to be.
- Jun 9
- 1 min read
For nearly 50 years, Episcopal Impact Fund has stood with Bay Area neighbors facing poverty and housing instability. We believe faith isn't just practiced in the pews — it's lived in the world.
We're inviting churches and ministries in the Diocese of California to apply for a Congregational Poverty Relief Grant of up to $5,000. Our grants support programs in food insecurity, safety net services, justice and safety, education, and healthcare — and we welcome innovative new approaches as well. What matters most is genuine relationship and solidarity, not charity alone.
To be eligible, your program must:
Congregational Involvement: Your congregation manages the program and funds, with active member participation through volunteering, governance, or in-kind support.
Open Access: The program serves anyone in poverty, regardless of church membership or faith affiliation.
Local Impact: The program serves people living in Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, or San Mateo Counties, or the City of Palo Alto.
🕒 Deadline to apply: Friday, July 17, 2026, 11:59PM PST
Let’s continue building bridges — between parishes and neighborhoods, between privilege and poverty, between hearts and hands. Because where the Church meets the streets, that’s where transformation begins. Let’s work together.
