2022 PoP + Zion Distributions Have Been Made

​Do More Good is the theme that the PoP+Zion Fund Distribution Committee adopted as we reviewed the 18 applications that applied for 2022 endowment funds.  We were blessed to be able to support, at least in part, all of them. Thanks to this opportunity, Prince of Peace is able to support:

• Over 100 children to experience Vacation Bible School (VBS) – the Tsimshian tribe in Alaska, an immigrant community in Minnesota, and the Harmony Church in North Lawndale, Chicago
• Women in Haiti, empowering them with skills for a life of dignity and hope
• Construction of gender-inclusive/handicap accessible bathrooms for Messiah Lutheran
• Anti-racism campaign that provides books through the Free Little Library at West Hope Presbyterian
• Formerly homeless to maintain stability through Lutheran Social Services
• At-promise youth with trained caring volunteer mentors from Heart for Youth
• Emergency services for Safe Park guests in San Jose
• Young musicians connecting with senior citizens for musical outreach with Art of the Heart
• Oakland community outreach program lead by Bethlehem Lutheran
• ADA upgrades to Synod buildings to support diversity/enable multi-cultural worshiping communities
• Mental health services for students at Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary
• A new start faith community in San Jose working with immigrants of all ethnicities, especially African
• Community enhancements through compassionate acts of service through Beautiful Day
• Afghan family refugees through Compassion Bridges
• Homeless basic needs – coats, blankets and hygiene kits through Order of Malta Mobile Ministries
• Staff augmentation for Mount Cross summer programs

As a reminder, the PoP+Zion Endowment Fund was made possible by Zion Lutheran Church (Zion) joining Prince of Peace (PoP) and the sale of their property.  By constitution and congregational decision, the PoP+Zion Investment Committee determines the amount available for distribution annually.  

​Peace,
The PoP+Zion Distribution Committee & Council Advisors