by Brandon Mercer | Jul 23, 2024 | blog, News
KTVU interviewed GRIP Executive Director Ralph Payton before the 2023 Harmony Walk to share why this community event, the most high-profile event GRIP does all year, is so important for the shelter, the kitchen, and the community. Click the link to play. Link opens in...
by Brandon Mercer | Jun 9, 2024 | blog, Featured, Front Page
The May 2024 “point in time” count of people experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County revealed positive results for GRIP’s vicinity, but negative results elsewhere around the region, with 2,843 people unhoused, an increase of 19.9% over last year. West Contra...
by Brandon Mercer | May 11, 2024 | blog, Front Page, News
For families coming off of the streets, moving from other shelters, or seeking shelter after living in cars, being able to stay in a friendly, comfortable environment can make a world of difference. As the only family shelter in Contra Costa County, GRIP understands...
by Brandon Mercer | Apr 27, 2024 | blog, events, Featured, Front Page, News
Mark your calendars, the 38th annual GRIP Harmony Walk 2024 is set for Saturday, October 5th, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the usual spot — Nicholl Park on MacDonald Avenue in Richmond. Celebrity guests, elected leaders, an amazing suite of raffle prizes,...
by Brandon Mercer | Apr 23, 2024 | Uncategorized
Meet the big-hearted, caring, generous people who make GRIP work because they work at GRIP: Ralph Payton, Executive Director, GRIP Manusiu (Siu) Tuivailala, Director of Programs Chantel Toliver, Resource Center & Food Services Supervisor Damonique (Damo) Tupuola,...