10 Orgs to Connect With
Here are ten trustworthy on-ramps for Jesus-shaped public discipleship—mercy, peacemaking, hospitality, and civic love.
1) Equal Justice Initiative (EJI)
Legal advocacy, public education, and memorial work confronting racial injustice and mass incarceration. Visit the site, read a report, or plan a pilgrimage to Montgomery. (Equal Justice Initiative)
2) Homeboy Industries
The world’s largest gang-rehab and reentry community—training, therapy, tattoo removal, and social-enterprise jobs rooted in kinship. You can also support via their online store. (Homeboy Industries)
3) Community Peacemaker Teams (CPT)
Faith-rooted accompaniment and nonviolent action with local partners in conflict zones; join a short delegation or support field teams. (Community Peacemaker Teams)
4) American Friends Service Committee (AFSC)
Quaker-founded organization advancing peace, justice, and human dignity through programs and advocacy in the U.S. and worldwide. (American Friends Service Committee)
5) HIAS
Global Jewish refugee agency helping displaced people find welcome, safety, legal protection, and opportunity—great congregational partner for hospitality work. (HIAS)
6) Bread for the World
Christian advocacy to end hunger through effective U.S. policies; equip your church to write Congress and support anti-hunger programs. (Bread for the World)
7) The Bail Project
Community-based bail assistance and policy reform so pretrial freedom doesn’t depend on wealth; explore local sites and national campaigns. (The Bail Project)
8) International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Emergency relief and long-term support for people uprooted by war and disaster—active globally and in many U.S. cities. (Front page - US)
9) Braver Angels
Cross-partisan movement rebuilding civic trust through workshops, debates, and campus programs—host a red/blue workshop or start a local alliance.
10) Sojourners
Faith-and-justice journalism and advocacy—resources that connect discipleship with public life and a multi-racial democracy.
