What funder & ministry leaders are saying about their experiences in ZCAM ODP:

“This project has proven that when organizations have a chance to invest in themselves, they can take those investments and fly with them and serve even more people, be more creative in the kinds of services they’re providing, and engage more people in the work that they do every day.”

~Carolyn Watson

Rockwell Fund, Inc.

"Being a part of ZCAM has been a wonderful experience for me personally and for the ministry. Having the opportunity to be a part of the collaborative has helped KCM get to the next level."

~Sandy Faucett

Katy Christian Ministries

"ZCAM status is a source of pride for EAC, and we are honored that our clients can be the beneficiaries of the collaborative's genuine interest in enhancing our success at doing what we do even better."

~Jean West Evans

Emergency Aid Coalition

"The collaboration among the funders, assistance ministries and partners has provided all of us a level of learning that is quite extraordinary."

~Anna Leal

Houston Endowment Inc.

Announcing the launch of ACAM!

Energized by the successes of the Zip Code Assistance Ministries Organizational Development Program (ZCAM), participating funders and ministries have formalized a network of

faith-based service providers to create the Alliance of Community Assistance Ministries

of Greater Houston (ACAM), a legacy of ZCAM ODP.

Updates and information coming soon...Please check back!

A Look at the Past

ZCAM ODP was an innovative 3-year pilot program developed and implemented by a network of Houston funders, partners and Zip Code Assistance Ministries (ZCAMs). Participating ministries receive the funding, training and nurturing needed to advance their operations, increase their impact and fill a critical need in Houston’s social services system.

Enter the ZCAM site to learn more.

A Transformation Story

The first day of school can usher students into a world of opportunity, but for many—faced with the need for school uniforms and other supplies—it can be a reminder of what they lack. As one of its many services, Memorial Assistance Ministries (MAM) helps students start off on the right foot through the School Voucher Program.

Because of their involvement with ZCAM ODP, MAM was led through an assessment of their capacity and were given funds to build their capacity in the area of their greatest need.

This story of organizational transformation and enhanced services is just one of many among the ZCAM participants. Download this PDF to read more. (PDF, 36KB)

A Look at the Future

ACAM is a membership organization of 501(c)3 faith-based emergency service providers. Prospective members are faith-based in mission and vision, without requiring a particular expression of faith as a basis for receiving services.

"Emergency service providers" provide two or more of the following: food, case management, clothing, employement services, financial assistance for rent and/or utilities, school supplies/uniforms or transportation.

Download this PDF to learn more about ACAM. (PDF, 133KB)