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!


* indicates required
Thursday, Aug 29, 2024

Creating Financial Resilience to Withstand Disasters in Puerto Rico

Explore how Rev. Ana Mendez and Programa REDES empower Puerto Rican communities through financial savings groups and disaster preparedness initiatives, fostering resilience and hope in facing challenges like hurricanes and the COVID-19 pandemic.

Read More
Thursday, Aug 22, 2024

Discovering the Power of Play: Lessons from a Kenyan Grandfather

Laban, a retired truck driver, overcame his initial fear of nurturing care through Episcopal Relief & Development’s Moments That Matter® program, learned to engage and bond with his granddaughter. This transformed their relationship and demonstrated the importance of male involvement in early childhood development.

Read More
Thursday, Aug 15, 2024

Strengthening Climate Resilience with Indigenous Communities in Honduras

The Maya Chʼortiʼ people, an indigenous group in the Copán Ruinas region of Honduras, have faced significant challenges due to frequent destructive storms and intense floods, which have disrupted their traditional farming practices and way of life. These climate-related disturbances have forced farmers to alter their planting cycles, resulting in smaller harvests and reduced income, while also impacting their ability to store food for the year and hire laborers for each season.

Read More
Thursday, Jul 25, 2024

In the Meantime: Beginning Long-Term Recovery on Maui

Two retired Maui women lead Episcopal fire recovery efforts, aiding those affected by the 2023 Lāhainā fire.

Read More
Thursday, Jul 11, 2024

Kitchen Gardens Help Children Thrive In Ghana

Patricia, a farmer in rural Ghana, learned through the Moments That Matter®, to grow vegetables and prepare more nutritious meals for her family, improving their diet and providing additional income from selling surplus crops.

Read More
Thursday, Jun 06, 2024

Local Partners Provide Fast, Culturally Sensitive Disaster Response in Nepal

Following the 2023 earthquake in Nepal, Episcopal Relief & Developments, through local partnerships, provided survivors like Sita with essential provisions like food, hygiene kits, blankets and shelter.

Read More