Mission Program Grants: New Worshiping Communities Seed Grant

Mission Program Grants: New Worshiping Communities Seed Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Presbyterian Mission Agency
Amount: Up to US $10,000
Last Updated: February 01, 2026

Summary

The Mission Program Grants: New Worshiping Communities Seed Grant offers up to $10,000 to support the establishment of new worshiping communities connected to the Presbyterian Church (USA). These grants focus on covering initial operational costs for the first year, including salaries and educational materials. Eligible applicants must be newly formed communities established after July 2010, located in the U.S. or Puerto Rico. This initiative fosters community growth rather than expanding existing congregations.

Overview

The New Worshiping Communities Seed Grant provides $10,000 to help start a 1001 community and supports the first year of ministry. These grants are intended to support operating/program purposes such as salary and benefits, insurance, rent, educational materials, etc... New worshiping communities may apply for a one-time Seed Grant of up to $7,500.  Matching funds are not required.  This grant is designed to encourage the birth of new worshiping communities through congregations and presbyteries rather than to fund the expansion or support of existing congregations or programs.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. These grants are limited to new worshiping communities that are related to the Presbyterian Church (USA), located within the United States and Puerto Rico and were ordinarily established no earlier than July 2010.