Stories
Our Stories of Lasting Change are filled with hope, inspiration and love in action. They reflect the experiences of Episcopal Relief & Development partners, staff, participant communities, volunteers and friends who are moved to make a measurable difference in the lives of vulnerable women and children and help communities prepare for and recover from climate-influenced events. Join us on this life-changing journey. Subscribe below!
A Bit of Christmas Joy After a Deadly Tornado
Communities across western Kentucky come together to support families devastated by a deadly tornado weeks before Christmas in December of 2021.
By Courtney Moore
My Wish for You in 2023: Pax et Bonum
As we enter 2023, Episcopal Relief & Development enters a new strategic plan. President & CEO Rob Radtke reflects on the organization’s emerging plan and late board member Mike Carscaddon, who played a critical part in shaping the strategy.
By Rob Radtke
The Potential of a Newborn Child
This Christmas, Episcopal Relief & Development’s Board Chair, Teri Lawver, reflects on seeing children’s excitement as they pursue their dreams and gratitude for the opportunities they’re given to reach their full potential.
By Teri Lawver
2022: A Year in Review for the US Disaster Program
This year, Episcopal Relief & Development partnered with ministries across the country to meet needs after disasters like Hurricane Ida and support further recovery for the most vulnerable post Harvey, Ian, Maria and more.
Kids Helping Other Kids Around the World
Kids from the Calvary Episcopal Church in Fletcher, North Carolina pooled together spare change to help kids just like them around the world.
Seven Million Reasons to Partner for Lasting Change
In 2021, Episcopal Relief & Development, with support from a multitude of community and institutional partners, came together to alleviate hunger and help families access nutritious food in communities across El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua.
By Episcopal Relief & Development
