Center for Faith

In addition to leading the way in agriculture, natural resources, and food, USDA is committed to strengthen communities and nourishing kids. The Center is here to help communities connect with USDA priorities and programs so that together, we can positively impact lives.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us and discuss how we can better serve your community.
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Upcoming Events

Faith and Fellowship at the Great American Farmers Market
Tuesday, August 5, 4:00-8:00pm
Location: National Mall, Washington D.C. (in front of USDA, 1400 Jefferson Drive SW, Washington D.C. 20004)
A day to reflect, celebrate, and serve through shared spiritual experiences that honor the role of faith in agricultural life and community wellbeing, featuring Dr. Alveda King. Worship bands will perform live, and people of all faiths are welcome.
Faith and Farms Roundtable in Ozark, AL
The USDA Center for Faith is collaborating with the Natural Resources Conservation Service to host a roundtable in Ozark, AL, in July, that convenes and local and regional farmers and faith leaders. Subject matter experts will discuss NRCS programs, how to access services, and participants will visit local farms implementing programs to learn of best practices. A read out will be shared following the event.
Other Federal Centers for Faith
The USDA Center is among 13 Centers for Faith across Federal agencies. Others include: Health and Human Services, Housing and Urban Development, Homeland Security, U.S. Agency for International Development, Veterans Affairs, Commerce, Education, Corporation for National and Community Service, Justice, Labor, Small Business Administration, and the Environmental Protection Agency.
Each Center forms partnerships between its agency and faith-based and neighborhood organizations to advance specific goals, and all of the Centers are coordinated by the White House Faith Office.
You can find contact information for other Centers on our contact page.
The White House Faith Office
The White House Faith Office was established by President Donald Trump as a White House agency to assist faith-based entities, community organizations, and houses of worship in their efforts to strengthen American families, promote work and self-sufficiency, and protect religious liberty.