Grant to Support Innovative Programs in Community Development in Missouri (USA)
GrantID: 73680
Grant Funding Amount Low: Open
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: Open
Summary
This grant provides funding to support faith-community initiatives and outreach throughout a U.S. state, primarily through congregations and affiliated nonprofit agencies. It is designed to help launch or expand mission-focused programs that foster community vitality and spiritual impact. Projects should be innovative, address emerging or acute needs, and demonstrate measurable connections to broader mission aims.
Eligible applicants include local congregations and related nonprofit entities with charitable tax-exempt status. Funds may be awarded as full, partial, matching, or challenge grants, often requiring recipient commitment or leveraged support. Projects centered on new ministries, leadership development, youth outreach, and efforts addressing social well-being—especially for children and those affected by recent public health challenges—are prioritized. Routine building maintenance or ongoing operations are generally not funded unless tied directly to a mission launch.
Grants typically range from under $5,000 to occasional awards up to $15,000, with most falling in the smaller range. The program operates on a biannual cycle, offering two opportunities per year aligned with spring and fall deadlines. Applications are reviewed by a committee and approved by a board during mid-year and year-end meetings, based on available funds from endowment income. Approximately $250,000 is available annually, split between the two cycles, with the number and size of awards varying each round.
This opportunity supports community-centered projects that enhance ministry effectiveness through strategic, mission-driven innovation.
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