Grant Applications and Annual Progress Reports
In partnership with congregations, presbyteries and synods, Mission Program Grants provide short-term, start-up funds for New Church Development, support to presbyteries in their work of continually transforming existing congregations, and for the establishment of 1001 New Worshiping Communities. If you have questions about who can receive grants or need information on filling out an application, please visit our Grant Writing Materials page.
Mission Program Grants Proposal Submission and Review Dates
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2013 Cut-off Date for Receipt of Proposals |
2013 Review Date (Received on Time) |
2013 Review Date (Received Late) |
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February 13 |
March 17-19* |
April 17 |
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March 17 |
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April 17 |
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May 16 |
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April 17 |
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May 16 |
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September 20 |
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August 14 |
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September 20* |
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October 10 |
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September 20 |
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October 10 |
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November 14 |
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October 10 |
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November 14 |
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March 14, 2014 |
* Face-to-Face Mission Development Resources Committee Meeting
1001 New Worshiping Community “Seed” Grant proposals are not bound by these dates and therefore may be submitted for consideration at any time. 1001 New Worshiping Community “Investment” Grant proposals should be submitted and will be reviewed according to the above schedule.
The Sam & Helen R. Walton Award Nominations need to be filed for each nominee and received in the Office of Mission Program Grants by January 31st of each year. The 2013 Mission Development Resources Committee Review Date will be March 17 – 19.*
First-Level New Church Grant Application
New church development is the faithful discernment of God’s leading and implementation of God’s mission in the establishment of a new ministry. It is a response to the needs of a new group of persons, with the ultimate goal to grow a viable and sustainable new congregation.
Second-Level New Church Grant Application
A Second–Level New Church Grant proposal will be considered only after the approval and completion of a First-Level New Church Grant.
New Church Grant Annual Progress Reports
The purpose of this report is to track a project’s progress during its funding cycle and to gather and share insights that can be used to help and inform other projects.
Download (For Projects that Started Funding Prior to 2010)
Download (For Projects that Started Funding From 2010 - Present)
New Worshiping Communities Definition
- New
- Taking on varied forms of church for our changing culture
- Seeking to make and form new disciples of Jesus Christ
- Worshiping
- Gathered by the Spirit to meet Jesus Christ in Word and Sacrament
- Sent by the Spirit to join God’s mission for the transformation of the world
- Community
- Practicing mutual care and accountability
- Developing sustainability in leadership and finances
Download (For the Full Version of the New Worshiping Community Definition)
1001 New Worshiping Communities "Seed" Grant Application
New worshiping communities may apply for a one-time Seed Grant of up to $7,500.
It is a requirement to complete the Church Change Form (CCF) prior to applying for the 1001 New Worshiping Communities “Investment” grant. The CCF may be found at the OGA Stated Clerk’s File Cabinet at http://ogasys2.pcusa.org/
1001 New Worshiping Communities "Investment" Grant Application
Six months after receipt of a Seed Grant, a one-time Investment Grant of up to $17,500 is possible. Proposals will be considered only after the approval and completion of a 1001 New Worshiping Communities "Seed" Grant.
Presbytery Grant for Congregational Transformation
This grant is intended to provide funding to presbyteries in support of their efforts to develop a process for helping congregations to begin and continue a transformational way of life.
