When we join the Southwest Conference of the United Church of Christ, we enter into multiple covenant relationships as individuals and as congregations. COM B is a SWC committee whose primary responsibility is to serve and assist congregations. We recently had the joy of receiving proposals for Revitalization grants. The goal of the grant money is to assist churches in moving beyond the status quo, and in creative and new ways, developing programs that will inspire church growth. Creativity and originality were encouraged, and we were delighted to receive well written, thoughtfully considered, and creative grants from congregations across the Conference. Congratulations to all congregations who submitted grants and who were awarded funds for their creative endeavors!
Click through to read about each of the 10 churches and how they will use their grant funds.
Read MoreThe Southwest Conference's Resilience and Revitalization Grant is intended to aid congregations within the Conference in doing the work of ministry and mission. If your congregation has faced obstacles and overcome challenges (resilience), and is looking to fund a project or initiative focused on making a lasting impact and bringing about growth (revitalization) , we encourage you to apply.
In this first round of applications, we will only receive 20 applications.
Click here to access the application. Please submit no later than September 15.
**Please note: this grant is not intended to fund capital campaigns, or repairs to facilities. Also, those who are granted funding are only permitted to submit an application once within a 12 month period. The amount that can be applied for ranges from $500 - $3,000.
Read MoreOur agency partner Insurance Board has an upcoming webinar on the topic of grants for ministries. This webcast will equip church leaders with the groundwork and knowledge to secure grant funding from experts in the field. Ministries will learn how to navigate the grant application with confidence, identify funding opportunities based on their church's needs, and understand the importance of developing a compelling proposal.
This webcast will take place on May 30th at 11 am (AZ time) / 12 pm (NM time)
You can access the registration page here.
Read MoreApplications for the United Church of Christ’s 2024 Justice and Local Church Ministries grants, which support the work and mission of local churches, are now open. The deadline for congregations to apply is Sept. 15.
“From immediate financial aid to churches in crisis to seed funding for justice advocacy and innovative programs, the opportunities are boundless,” said the Rev. Aaron Wade, who — as the UCC’s minister for congregational leadership development — oversees the denomination’s grants and scholarships program. “For new church planters, we offer comprehensive health, dental and pension support, securing your church’s sustainability for the future. For faith communities affiliated with the United Church of Christ, our CASA grants stand ready to fuel your impact with coaching and financial assistance.”
Read MoreThe UCC Justice and Local Church Ministries now has available a common application for congregational grants for 2022. They are ready to receive applications.
Read MoreThe United Church of Christ has scholarships and grants available for a variety of purposes in three broad categories: Ministry Education Scholarships, Program Grants, and Leadership Development Scholarships. In addition to what is listed here, check with the Admissions Office at your educational institution to find out about additional scholarships that may be available.
Read MoreApply today! One application streamlines process for several Justice and Local Church Ministries grants.
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