Our Mission
Ecumenical Community Helping Others (ECHO) provides food, clothing, housewares and financial assistance to individuals and families in need in the Burke/Springfield community. Our mission is guided by the core values of service, people and innovation: strengthening our community through compassionate support, treating all with respect and dignity and continuously improving how we serve through thoughtful, efficient solutions.
We envision a connected community where ECHO partners with faith-based, civic, business and government organizations to identify unmet needs in the community, connect clients to resources beyond our scope, and complement—rather than duplicate—existing services.
The Power of Community
Together, we provide food, clothing, and support that help neighbors in need build stability and thrive in fiscal year 2025.
Full Circle: Stephanie’s Journey with ECHO
When Stephanie Davey arrived in the U.S. on religious asylum in 1993, she didn’t know where to turn. Living in the Lee Valley Apartments next door to ECHO, she decided to walk in one day—and found compassion she will never forget.
