Racial Ethnic Grant Information
The deadline for applications has been extended to 11/1/20.
ELIGIBILITY
Racial Ethnic Grants are available to congregations that are predominantly minority Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) congregations within the Synod of the Covenant to supplement their mission projects. Congregations, institutions and organizations associated with PC(USA) congregations within the bounds of the Synod of the Covenant may apply using the application form found in this document. The purpose of the grant must specifically be Christian in focus. Preference will be given to projects that serve primarily Presbyterians or a Presbyterian institution.
Grants are awarded on the strength of the application and preference will be given to applications from congregations which have not previously been awarded grants. Continuing grants for completion of a project may also be considered. Individuals or outside 501c3 organizations are not eligible. The grant awarded may be up to $5000.00 annually. Grants must be applied for every year. Evidence of institutional or congregational financial support for the project is strongly recommended.
Grants may be used for either capital expenditures or programs materials and costs. A status update is due to the committee at 6 months post award of the grant, and a formal evaluation of the project is due within one month following completion of the project.
INSTRUCTIONS
Applications will be reviewed beginning October 1, 2020. Applications and all requested materials, as well as an endorsement letter from pastor or moderator/clerk of session, must be submitted together to receive consideration by the grant review committee. Application must include a letter of endorsement from the Presbytery leader (Executive or General Presbyter or Stated Clerk). Late or incomplete applications will not be considered nor will they be carried forward automatically. Applicants will need to reapply for the next cycle to be eligible for funding.
Applications can be completed online (below) or downloaded and emailed to grants@synodofthecovenant.org.
Please email grants@synodofthecovenant.org should you need to clarify the process and requirements.