Why is it better to give to Episcopal Charities than directly to one of its parish partner ministries?
Giving to Episcopal Charities directly enables donors to add significant value to their financial gifts. Through its grants program and its ongoing relationship with its partner agencies and parishes, Episcopal Charities is able to identify the most beneficial programs and ministries of its parish partners, and thus be able to focus its grant money where it can do the most good. It is often difficult for individuals and small foundations without staff to identify the appropriate programs or make informed distinctions which will enable funds to be used most efficiently and productively. Through the economies of scale, Episcopal Charities is able to obtain lower investment fees and administrative costs in managing money in which it is entrusted. Finally, and maybe most important, Episcopal Charities is able to provide more than money to its parish partners, including management advice, related resources, technical assistance, periodic workshops, and round table discussions and a variety
