Everyone deserves a place to belong.
Empowered Pathways Collective brings people together through meaningful activities, community connection, and opportunities for support in our local communities.
About EPC
Rooted in care. Connected by community.
Empowered Pathways Collective is built on a simple belief: everyone deserves to feel seen, valued, and supported. We are working to create welcoming spaces where individuals and families can connect, learn, and find encouragement—especially those experiencing hardship, isolation, or barriers to opportunity.
Our Mission
To support individuals and families through community connection, meaningful activities, and access to resources that reduce barriers, nurture well-being, and create opportunities to thrive.
Who We Serve
We welcome people of all ages and backgrounds, with special attention to supporting youth, uplifting women, and helping older adults stay connected. Men are an important part of our community, too. Our vision includes welcoming spaces for connection, encouragement, and conversations about mental well-being.
Our Initiatives
Community Chapters
Bring a book. Find your people.
A welcoming gathering that combines quiet reading with relaxed conversation and community connection. Bring whatever you’re reading, settle in, and enjoy time with fellow readers.
Explore Upcoming EventsLooking Ahead
Future goalsOur long-term goals include youth activities, opportunities for older adults to connect, initiatives that uplift women, and community conversations that encourage well-being and belonging.
Our Values
Belonging
Creating welcoming spaces where people feel accepted and valued.
Compassion
Meeting people with kindness, dignity, and respect.
Opportunity
Working to reduce barriers to participation, learning, and growth.
Community
Building stronger connections through collaboration and shared experiences.
Our Vision
“A community where everyone has a place to belong, support when they need it, and the opportunity to move forward.”
Upcoming Event
Community Chapters: An Evening of Reading & Connection
Friday, November 13, 2026 · 6:00–9:30 p.m.
Rivers of Life Church of God in Christ
Join us for quiet reading, friendly conversation, light refreshments, and community connection.
Free admission. Suggested donation: $5–$10. Your support helps provide coffee and treats and keeps our community gatherings going. Everyone is welcome, whether or not you donate.
Help make room for connection.
Support EPC’s community-building work and help bring welcoming gatherings to life. Contributions can help with books, refreshments, event supplies, and the practical costs of organizing community activities.
Make a financial contribution
Help cover the practical costs of our gatherings.
Donate books or event supplies
Share books, refreshments, or materials for events.
Become a community sponsor
Partner with EPC to support upcoming gatherings.
Everyone has something to contribute.
Whether you volunteer your time, share a resource, host a gathering, or support an event, you can help build a more connected community.
Connect With UsContact
We’d love to hear from you.
Questions, volunteering, sponsorship, donations of books or supplies, or hosting a gathering — send us a note.