The challenges of 2020 have been immense, even as they are still being felt by our community — and our world. In the midst of a global pandemic, calls for racial and social justice, and an economic recession taxing safety-net services for the most vulnerable, bright spots still shine through this dark time. Everyday people are working behind-the-scenes to care for neighbors and meet the needs of our community, often with little fanfare or visibility.
Among those stepping up are local nonprofit organizations. All local groups are doing more with less, even as demand for their services has increased exponentially. Because of their creativity and commitment in these challenging times, we commend them.
Trinity’s Justice and Outreach Council, or JOC, issues year-end grants to local groups doing crucial work to serve the most vulnerable. In response to this year’s unprecedented challenges, the JOC worked to identify groups serving the most vulnerable, working for racial justice, serving students, building a more just society, prioritizing mental health and addressing food insecurity.