ABOUT US
Branches partners with families to build educational and financial assets, community and hope.
All children thrive and families achieve financial wellness.
BUILDING BRIGHTER FUTURES
SINCE 1973.
OUR HISTORY
Branches was established in 1973 as the urban and social justice agency of what is now the South East District of the United Methodist Church. Up until 1999, Branches focused on grassroots organizing, advocacy and working with community members who were disadvantaged and/or experiencing social injustice.
During this period, Branches focused resources in the areas of social crisis, immigration, housing, hospice care and hurricane relief, among others. Since 2000, Branches has embarked on developing and implementing programs that address the root causes of poverty and address immediate and critical needs.
Today, Branches’ menu of services provides a continuum of support to community members to empower them to pursue life changing opportunities. To learn more about our story, please visit our 50th Anniversary page.