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Episcopal Church Young Adult and Campus Ministry grants now available

October 3, 2022
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Episcopalians are invited to consider how their community might serve young adults–on and off college campuses—and apply for an Episcopal Church Young Adult and Campus Ministry grant for the 2023-24 academic year.

The deadline to apply is Nov. 3, with decisions announced in February. Applicants are encouraged to utilize a discernment and planning guide prior to submission. Find application forms, selection criteria, sample applications, a timeline, budget guidelines, and more at this link.

A total of $140,000 will be awarded in four grant categories to eligible dioceses, congregations, and/or college and university ministries that engage in or are seeking new relationships with young adults.

This year’s applicants are asked to include a 1- to 2-minute video explaining how this grant would help their ministry grow, change, or do something new. Grant categories include the following:

  • Development grants: Establish a new, restore a dormant, or reenergize an existing ministry. Grants range from $8,000-$30,000; can be used over two years; and can only be awarded to a specific ministry once every five years.
  • Campus ministry grants: Provide seed money to help in the startup of new, innovative campus ministries or to enhance an existing ministry. Grants $1,000-$8,000.
  • Young adult ministry grants: Provide seed money to help in the startup of new, innovative young adult ministries or enhance existing ministries. Grants $1,000-$8,000.
  • Project grants: Provide money for a one-time project to enhance and positively impact a campus or young adult ministry. Grants $100-$2,000.

During last year’s grant cycle, 13 grants were awarded to ministries from dioceses across the U.S. and Cuba.

“The Young Adult and Campus Ministry grants serve a vital role in building up, sustaining, and breathing new life into young adult communities throughout the church,” said the Rev. Shannon Kelly, director for the Department of Faith Formation and officer for Young Adult and Campus Ministries. “Ministry with young adults is at a critical moment right now as we continue to respond to and minister in these ever-changing times.” For more information, contact the Rev. Shannon Kelly.

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