by Brandon Mercer | Mar 10, 2025 | blog, events, Featured, Front Page
From serving 78,000 meals in GRIP’s small kitchen, launching a playground renovation so shelter children have a safe and nurturing place to play, creating alternative health options for the unhoused population, to coming face to face with the growing needs of our...
by Brandon Mercer | Mar 4, 2025 | blog, Featured, Front Page, News
There is something about a plain wooden fence that invites the mind to consider images, ideas, and energy. This month, the plain, wooden fence encircling GRIP’s new community garden became the canvas again for the artistry of The Bay Area Mural Program’s Andre...
by Brandon Mercer | Jan 29, 2025 | events, Featured, Front Page, News
Sunset and Sips with GRIP Date: Thursday, February 27th Time: 5:30 PM – 7 PM Location: Unitarian Universalist Church of Berkeley, Top of Moeser Lane, El Cerrito / Kensington Join us for “Sunset and Sips”, an inspiring evening to connect with the...
by Brandon Mercer | Nov 5, 2024 | front gallery, News, Uncategorized
The GRIP staff and community understand the importance of creating a real sense of “home” for the shelter’s families, with safe, welcoming spaces for residents of all ages to work, play, and rest. That’s why it’s critical that the team gather the resources to rehaul...
by Brandon Mercer | Oct 31, 2024 | Featured, blog, Front Page, News
When you think of a homeless shelter, do you imagine a rosy Tuscan villa, with lush landscaping, and quiet corners to discover yourself and recharge? Mafi Moli, maintenance tech and janitor at GRIP, does; and that’s the exact inspiration for a beautiful new feature at...
