by Jilly De la Torre | May 12, 2026 | blog, Featured, Front Page
Please explain your current title and role at GRIP, and what this role entails. I currently serve as the at GRIP. In this role, I oversee multiple departments and programs, including case management, the family shelter, the soup kitchen, and the care center. My...
by Ralph Payton | Apr 20, 2026 | blog, Featured, Front Page
We’re proud to share some exciting news: Greater Richmond Interfaith Program (GRIP) has been selected as the 2026 California Nonprofit of the Year by Assemblymember Buffy Wicks. This recognition, presented in partnership with the California Association of Nonprofits,...
by Brandon Mercer | Mar 18, 2026 | events, blog, Featured, front gallery, Front Page
On an unseasonably warm late winter evening last week, local leaders, politicians, GRIP staff, volunteers, and member congregations gathered to connect, unite, hear about challenges, and find solutions. The 2026 annual meeting called “Sunset & Sips”...
by Brandon Mercer | Mar 2, 2026 | Front Page, News
With the 15,000 people GRIP serves in Western Contra Costa County, there is always need, but right now, at this moment, the need for men’s clothing is great. As you do your spring cleaning, maybe you’re finding your husband’s dress slacks he...
by Brandon Mercer | Feb 10, 2026 | events, blog, Featured, Front Page, News
On Thursday, March 12th, 2026 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. join GRIP for a free evening of food and beverage, music, awards, local leaders, and a deep dive on the work our volunteers, members faith communities, and staff are doing in our community. Every year, GRIP is...
by Jilly De la Torre | Nov 19, 2025 | blog, Featured, front gallery, Front Page
Photo: Franco Folini CC BY-SA 2.0 As the days get colder and the nights get longer, it’s ever important that we think about our homeless neighbors, including the losses they may be experiencing during what is a difficult time of year for many. The number of people...
