Join the Grand Canyon Synod Grants Program Webinar on September 17, 2024, to learn how to apply for up to $15,000 in funding for your ministry. Limited funds are available this fall, so register today! Applications open on September 9, 2024, and close on October 18, 2024. For more details and to register, visit our grants page.

Does your congregation or ministry have a project that needs funding? The Grand Canyon Synod is offering a limited amount of grant funding this fall, and the application process is now open! To help you navigate this opportunity, we invite you to register for the Grants Program Webinar on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, 5pm PDT/MST, 6pm MDT. This webinar is essential for anyone considering a grant proposal, as it provides crucial information about the application process and guidelines.

Register for the webinar here to secure your spot. The webinar is free and will also be recorded for those unable to attend live.

The total funding available is $175,000, with grants of up to $15,000 for innovative projects that align with the Grand Canyon Synod Strategic Plan. Collaborative proposals with other ELCA ministries will receive preferential consideration.

Key Dates to Remember:

• Application Submission Opens: September 9, 2024

• Webinar/Q&A: September 17, 2024

• Application Deadline: October 18, 2024

• Funding Begins: February 2025

To be eligible for funding, you must be a Grand Canyon Synod congregation, Synodically Authorized Worshipping Community (SAWC), or an organization in good standing with the ELCA or the synod. Ensure your application includes all necessary documents, including a Statement of Financial Position and mission support details for congregations.

Don’t miss this chance to secure funding for your ministry! For questions or more information, contact Theresa Thornburgh at the Office of the Bishop (office@gcsynod.org).