Stories
Explore our Stories of Lasting Change. Each one is filled with hope, transformation and love from communities and our partners, staff and volunteers around the globe. See what’s possible when compassion drives action. Subscribe below to stay connected!
Harvey One Year Later
One year after Hurricane Harvey inundated South Texas, the recovery process seems almost as random as the storm itself. How are people doing? It depends. People with few resources are struggling, as if the storm had just hit. And for many, a nagging depression lingers. They know that full recovery is a long way away.
By Mike Smith
Resilience Amidst Recovery: One-Year Anniversary of 2017 Major Hurricane Season
The 2017 Atlantic hurricane season emerged as the most damaging in recent history. Thanks to our compassionate community, Episcopal Relief & Development continues to work with church partners in the US and Caribbean on long-term recovery programs in the most vulnerable communities affected by Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria.
By Episcopal Relief & Development
Episcopal Legacy Starts Early and Continues for a Lifetime and Beyond
Olive Liechty-DePonte is a long-time Episcopal Relief & Development supporter from California. Recently, Major Gifts Officer Richard Hoff had a chance to catch up with this amazing Episcopalian regarding her lifelong support of the organization.
By Richard Hoff
Farmers in Myanmar Diversify Crops For Economic Stability
With assistance from Episcopal Relief & Development and local partners, small-crop farmers in Myanmar are finding ways of keeping to their tradition of growing rice, while increasing their overall production and economic stability.
By Nagulan Nesiah
Great Summer Reads: Our Fave Empowerment Stories
Some summer reads to go along with the warm sun and cool breeze.
Great Summer Reads: Journey to Asia
Enjoy these stories poolside with a tall glass of lemonade.
