The National Episcopal Church Women and its local groups are ministries of the Episcopal Church

The ECW has a long history of supporting women and children around the world—feeding, educating, and strengthening families through Christian stewardship.
Universal Grant
The Universal Grant is a grant that supports events, programs or projects that will meaningfully impact the lives of women, children and families, or marginalized communities, and raises awareness through advocacy for positive change(s). Please note that your application should show how your involvement will address at least one of the Five Marks of Mission.
Women to Women Grant
This grant supports programs to teach women skills to improve employability or start income- producing projects that encourage self-sufficiency and equal partnerships in their communities.

Download application forms (PDF or Word) here

Mail grant applications to:
Annie Kate Jacobs
Social Justice – National Episcopal Church Women
2305 Watertown Way NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
Or email them to: socialjustice@ecwnational.org

Let’s continue the work of empowering women around the world—one grant at a time!

The National Episcopal Church Women is proud to recognize the recipients of its inaugural 2026 Graduate Scholarship Program, celebrating women who are answering God’s call through advanced study in theology and the healing professions. These exceptional scholars exemplify faithful leadership, academic excellence, and a deep commitment to serving Christ through their ministries and vocations. As the first recipients of these scholarships, they establish a meaningful legacy that reflects NECW’s commitment to investing in women whose gifts will strengthen the Church and transform communities for generations to come.

Women in Healing Ministries Scholarship Recipients

Adrienne Hubbard — Diocese of Olympia / Diocese of Washington (Province VIII) – MSN ‘Nursing’

Lisa Richardson —Diocese of Southwest Florida (Province IV) – PhD in Art Therapy

Women in Theology Scholarship Recipients

Luz María Lambis Garcés —Diocese of Colombia (Province IX) – Master of Divinity

Susan L. Mueller —Diocese of Ohio (Province V) – Master of Divinity

Lucinda Dennis —Diocese of Missouri (Province V) – Master of Divinity

Alicia Hager —Diocese of the Great Lakes (Province V) – Master of Divinity

Susanne O’Day —Diocese of Georgia (Province IV) – Master of Divinity

Read more about each of these women.

The National Episcopal Church Women (ECW) calls it members to take action in response to the crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW), a tragedy impacting Indigenous communities across the United States and beyond. As leaders of faith, prayer, compassion, and advocacy, the ECW recognizes the urgent need to raise awareness, support healing, and collaborate with Indigenous leaders to seek justice and ensure the safety of Native women and their families.

Donate to Help the MMIW Fund

Support the ECW’s work with MMIW by donating and receiving a t-shirt. These donations are designated for our work with murdered and missing indigenous women. The national ECW board will be in New York for the UN Women conference wearing these shirts.

Make your donation here

The General Convention is the governing body of The Episcopal Church. Every three years it meets as a bicameral legislature that includes the House of Deputies and the House of Bishops, composed of deputies and bishops from each diocese. The 82nd General Convention is scheduled to meet in Phoenix, Arizona from July 3 – 8, 2027. For information on recent General Conventions, please view our “Recent General Conventions” page. The National Episcopal Church Women will be attending the convention and holding national elections.

Dear ECW Sisters and Friends,

As I reflect on the first months of 2026 and our recent National ECW Board meeting in Providence, Rhode Island, I am filled with gratitude for the faithful witness of Episcopal Church Women across our Church. This season has been marked by prayer, advocacy, service, planning, and renewed connection—reminding me once again that ECW continues to be a vibrant and vital ministry grounded in faith and action… Read More

Lisa Bortner – President
National Episcopal Church Women 2024 – 2027

Read this issue of the Communique’ – English

Versión en español del Comunicado’

《Comunique》雜誌中文版

The National Board has made available funding to support Diocesan and Parish level ECW groups.  These funds are for the purpose of new startups and reactivation of previous groups. To apply for these funds download and submit the appropriate application to: ECWstartupgrant@ECWnational.org

The National Episcopal Church Women (ECW) Board convened in San Antonio, Texas, from January 15–19, 2026.

On Sunday, the Board worshiped at Christ Episcopal Church, located in the historic Monte Vista District of San Antonio. The church’s beautiful stained-glass windows provided a peaceful and prayerful setting for worship. In keeping with longstanding tradition, the National ECW Board donates $1,000 to a charitable organization within the host diocese. This year, the Board is pleased to award a $1,000 grant to Threads of Blessing, an outreach ministry of Christ Episcopal Church that supports Ugandan women who create hand-stitched items sold in the United States.

Read more

We have stickers available for order. Choose between stylish full color or black and white.

The tri-fold flyer Grants flyer shows how to apply for a grant as well as ways to support the Episcopal Church Women community by giving to one of our many grants.

Order via our online literature request form.

The ECW wants to help our membership connect with talented speakers. Have you experienced an outstanding presenter or workshop leader? Please provide their information in the form below. We will develop a library of available speakers that can be used at the parish, diocesan, provincial and national levels. If you are a potential workshop presenter, feel free to suggest yourself. Make your suggestions here.

Support the Communique’

Digital Donations Accepted here

In a joint effort between our Communications and Creation Care Committees, we’re encouraging members to access the Communique’ online to reduce environmental impact. Members who wish to continue to receive a printed version will be able to request it via our website and choose either English or Spanish editions. Donations to cover shipping costs will be accepted. These efforts align with our growing commitment to sustainability and inclusion. Sign-up here.

Make checks payable to: Domestic and Foreign Missionary Society (DFMS)

Addressed to: National Episcopal Church Women – Treasurer
Valzie Peterkin
4671 North Pine Valley Loop
Lecanto, FL 34461

We are asking all parish and diocesan Episcopal Church Women (ECW) and Women Ministries to register their group. We need your contact information to better serve you. As we gather this list of ministries, we will be able to assist those groups that register with a wider umbrella of support services. Register here

The National Board maintains two publications.

For monthly information about the Episcopal Church Women and all is local groups, this email newsletter provides a great resource. You can register to receive the News Blast at the bottom of this page.

Four times per year, the National Board publishes a print and digital magazine. The Communique’ is delivered to individuals as well as religious institutions around the world. The magazine publishes articles and news about many subjects that impact women’s lives.

See the publishing deadline dates