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Storms packing epic rain, wind impacting homeless: Dial 211 to find emergency shelter at GRIP and other facilities
With historic flooding, winds, and cold weather continuing to batter the Bay Area, and no relief in sight, you may be wondering how those without homes, living in their cars, in tents, or just wrapped in blankets and shivering are doing. As you can imagine,...
Last chance for 2022 tax deductible donations – click here to give to GRIP
This year has seen so much positive change at GRIP, and in our community. Donations from the community, our member organizations, community groups, local businesses, corporate sponsors, grants, and government programs allow the Greater Richmond Interfaith Program...
Thanksgiving Dinner Volunteering at GRIP: Register ASAP while slots last
It's often the highlight of a family holiday -- giving back together, and demonstrating your thanks by serving others. GRIP. has a limited number of slots available for volunteers wanting to continue their Thanksgiving Day tradition of volunteerism at the soup...
Trunk or Treating at GRIP is better than Halloween
Today may be Halloween, but the real fun was had Friday night as GRIP celebrated its annual Trunk or Treat tradition, with all the GRIP vehicles decked out in their ghouliest garb, trunks transformed into terrifying tarantulas, and, well, a pretty benign game of...
Harmony Walk to End Hunger and Homelessness 2022 brings 200+ people to Nicholl Park and GRIP in Richmond
The 36th Annual Harmony Walk to End Hunger and Homelessness brought over 200 people to Nicholl Park in Richmond, and the Greater Richmond Interfaith Program shelter and soup kitchen a few blocks away, where attendees learned about all the work being done to feed...
Want to do something about homelessness and hunger? Join us October 22nd at the Harmony Walk
By now, we hope everyone who knows GRIP also knows the 36th annual Harmony Walk is October 22nd, from 9am-12p, with the walk to GRIP and the 5K race starting at 9:30 a.m. sharp. What you may not know is WHY you should go. We can fix that. (Register here.) Sure, the...
2022 GRIP Harmony Walk: Everything you need to know from how to register, volunteer, create a team, when it starts, race course, and fundraising
The GRIP Harmony Walk is back in person October 22nd, 2022 starting at 9 a.m. with community events at Nicholl Park in Richmond, Calif., a 5K run and a shorter walking course, with incredible raffle prizes all morning (must be present to win) followed by musical...
Register online for the annual GRIP Harmony Walk on October 22nd, 2022 at Nicholl Park in Richmond
Register here to participate in the 36th Annual GRIP Harmony Walk to end hunger and homelessness on October 22nd, 2022 at Nicholl Park in Richmond, sponsored by Kaiser Permanente, Chevron, Sims Metal Management, Audacy Radio, and the San Francisco Chronicle.
GRIP Announces Ralph Payton as new Executive Director
Richmond, CA – The Greater Richmond Interfaith Program (GRIP) is thrilled to announce that Ralph Payton will be GRIP’s new permanent executive director. Payton is a seasoned veteran of homeless services in the Bay Area. He recently served as the CEO of Hunters Point...
Showcasing the Work of GRIP: May 2022
The month of May shows an increase in services used at GRIP's Resource Center. During May, our Resource Center provided 2303 shelter lunches, delivered 676 outreach lunches, mail to 151 recipients, 353 showers and 5 laundry services! To help provide for the growing...
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GRIP is a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic coalition of congregations from varied faiths working together as a diverse and inclusive coalition dedicated to helping those of our community in need to transition to self-sufficiency.
Our mission statement: “GRIP provides a safe & nourishing place that helps transform those who are unsheltered and in need move toward self-sufficiency.”
Over the years, GRIP, in keeping with its mission has evolved from a small community food pantry to a multiservice agency, which serves 15,000 homeless, hungry, and low-income consumers annually. GRIP is governed by a 15-member Board of Directors drawn from member congregations, the business community and public-sector agencies.
GRIP’s staff consists of a dedicated group of individuals who have a unique ability to establish rapport with consumers. As a result, GRIP has earned the reputation as a trusted housing and service provider with a proven track record for making inroads with individuals who have histories of chronic homelessness. GRIP, equally, is noted for being fiscally responsible and transparent in accounting practices and reporting. GRIP maintains lines of open communication with its donors, funders, and community supporters.
Each January, GRIP shares an Annual Report with multiple stakeholders at the Annual Meeting. GRIP has provided emergency shelter and housing for families since 1993. The Souper Center provides meals and basic needs to the community since GRIP’s inception in 1966. Our dedicated 41-member congregations are our front line of volunteers and support. This year, GRIP celebrates 50 years providing services to the community.
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CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR: GRIP Veteran Building Veteran Studio Apartments are available for applicants with HUD-VASH or Section 8 Vouchers. We also welcome referrals from Shelter Inc., Swords to Plowshares and other VA Organizations. To inquire...

Storms packing epic rain, wind impacting homeless: Dial 211 to find emergency shelter at GRIP and other facilities
With historic flooding, winds, and cold weather continuing to batter the Bay Area, and no relief in sight, you may be wondering how those without homes, living in their cars, in tents, or just wrapped in blankets and shivering are doing. As you can imagine,...

Last chance for 2022 tax deductible donations – click here to give to GRIP
This year has seen so much positive change at GRIP, and in our community. Donations from the community, our member organizations, community groups, local businesses, corporate sponsors, grants, and government programs allow the Greater Richmond Interfaith Program...
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This year has seen so much positive change at GRIP, and in our community. Donations from the community, our member organizations, community groups, localChevron donates $100K to 15 local orgs on #GivingTuesday - Richmond Standard
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GRIP provides a safe & nourishing place that helps transform those who are unsheltered and in need move toward self-sufficiency.

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Richmond, California 94801
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