FOUNDATION OF THE GREAT LAKES CONFERENCE CHURCHES OF GOD GENERAL logo
Foundation Annual

Funding Amount

Up to $5,000

Deadline

December 10, 2026

182 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Micro-Grants for Kingdom Reach

Funder: Foundation of the Great Lakes Conference Churches of God General

Program Overview: Designed to stimulate missional outreach and/or reproducing disciple-making in the congregations and agencies of the Great Lakes Conference.

Geographic Scope: Great Lakes Conference region

Eligible Applicants:

  • Qualifying congregations of the Great Lakes Conference

  • Agencies affiliated with the Great Lakes Conference

    • Award Amount: Maximum of $5,000 during calendar year 2026

    Key Requirement: Matching funds required from applicant organization

    Grant Purpose: Grants are meant to be:

  • Kingdom-oriented: Fund initiatives that advance the Kingdom of God "on earth as it is in heaven"

  • Transformative: Facilitate godly change in the lives of the people who are effected

  • Intentional and creative: Provide fresh, innovative ways of communicating the Good News of Jesus

  • Growth-oriented: Make disciples who make disciples

    • Application Deadline: December 10 (annually)

    Review Process:

  • Board considers each grant and is prepared to approve quickly by electronic means

  • May request additional information

  • Applicants encouraged to be thorough in applications

    • Reporting Requirements:

  • Six-month interim reports required

  • Use Micro-Grant Six Month Report form

    • Historical Awards:

  • 2024: $340,920

  • 2023: $408,268

  • 2022: $342,732

  • 2021: $201,675

  • 2020: $241,231

  • 2019: $226,480

  • 2018: $289,283

  • 2017: $228,810

  • 2016: $342,597

    • Contact Information:

  • The Foundation of the Great Lakes Conference

  • The Wilkin Center for Christian Ministries

  • 700 East Melrose Avenue, Findlay, OH 45840

  • Phone: 419.425.9602

  • Email: foundationdirector@cggc.org

    • Additional Notes:

  • Video updates available on website for 2026 grant year with important changes

    • How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Pre-Application
    - Watch video on website for important updates and changes for 2026 grant year

    2. Prepare Application
    - Complete Micro-Grant Application form
    - Provide detailed information about proposed project
    - Be as thorough as possible in application (Board may ask for more information)
    - Include matching funds information from your organization

    3. Submit Application
    - Applications due no later than December 10 (annually)
    - Submission method: Electronic means preferred (based on quick approval process)
    - Email: foundationdirector@cggc.org
    - Address: 700 East Melrose Avenue, Findlay, OH 45840
    - Phone: 419.425.9602 (for questions)

    4. Board Review
    - Board reviews and decides on grants quickly by electronic means
    - May request additional information
    - Applicants notified of approval/denial

    5. Post-Award Reporting
    - File Micro-Grant Six Month Report at designated intervals
    - Submit with timely manner as specified by Board

      Required Materials

    • Micro-Grant Application form
    • Documentation of matching funds commitment from applicant organization
    • Detailed project description
    • Project budget

      Contact for Questions

    • Email: foundationdirector@cggc.org
    • Phone: 419.425.9602
    • Address: 700 East Melrose Avenue, Findlay, OH 45840
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