Episcopal Relief & Development Working Together for Lasting Change Episcopal Relief & Development works with partners worldwide to create lasting change in communities struggling with hunger, poverty, disaster and disease. ERD is committed to demonstrating a measurable impact in three transformative program priorities: Women, Children and Climate. Mission Statement Episcopal Relief & Development is the compassionate response of The Episcopal Church to human suffering in the world. Hearing God’s call to seek and serve Christ in all persons and to respect the dignity of every human being, Episcopal Relief & Development serves to bring together the generosity of Episcopalians and others with the needs of the world. Episcopal Relief & Development faithfully administers the funds that it receives from the church and raises from other sources. It provides relief in times of disaster and promotes sustainable development by identifying and addressing the root causes of suffering. Episcopal Relief & Development cherishes its partnerships within the Anglican Communion, with ecumenical bodies and with others who share a common vision for justice and peace among all people. Donate Please consider donating today! Episcopal Relief & Development uses your financial gifts in the most effective ways possible to serve and support people suffering worldwide. Click here to make an online donation to Episcopal Relief & Development Click here to read about our response to the COVID-19 pandemic Click here to learn how we are supporting partners in Haiti after the August 2021 earthquake Click here to learn how we are supporting partners in response to Hurricane Ida