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,...
by Brandon Mercer | Mar 23, 2024 | blog
Board member Brandon Mercer wrote this poem for GRIP’s annual meeting in 2024, reflecting on what GRIP’s work can mean for a person facing hunger and homelessness. “Soup” The evening fog cuts like a knife, Icy droplets slowly bleed away life...
by Brandon Mercer | Mar 23, 2024 | blog
Board member Brandon Mercer wrote this poem after walking past a man whose entire home was a six-foot square of damp, cold concrete with bedding and belongs spread across the sidewalk. When Mercer walked past the same spot a few hours later, the scene had changed from...