How much funding does Pastors Assistance Fund provide?

Pastors Assistance Fund provides $500 - $1,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Pastors Assistance Fund?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Pastors Assistance Fund

Lutheran Social Services Foundation of Southern California

Foundation Hardship Grants Grants for Religious Nonprofits

Funding Amount

$500 - $1,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

Check your organization against each line. Taken from the listing; confirm with the funder's guidelines.

Other requirements

Must be an ordained Lutheran Pastor (active or retired), OR
Was called as a Pastor at any point (present or prior to retirement), OR
Is a surviving spouse of a retired pastor who meets the above criteria
Recipients receiving government assistance (housing assistance, Medicaid, Medi-Cal) should verify that an award would not disqualify them from further benefits

Not eligible / not funded

Not eligible: Note: Tuition assistance is not funded

Overview

A private fund administered by the Lutheran Social Services of Southern California Foundation designed to provide financial assistance to Lutheran pastors and their surviving spouses who face unexpected financial hardship.

Focus Areas:

Emergency financial assistance for unexpected hardships (serious health issues, family emergencies, costly repairs, etc.)
Provides a gift of funds (not a loan)

Geographic Scope: Lutheran pastors and surviving spouses regardless of location

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be an ordained Lutheran Pastor (active or retired), OR
Was called as a Pastor at any point (present or prior to retirement), OR
Is a surviving spouse of a retired pastor who meets the above criteria
Note: Tuition assistance is not funded
Recipients receiving government assistance (housing assistance, Medicaid, Medi-Cal) should verify that an award would not disqualify them from further benefits

Award Amount: Usually ranges from $500 to $1,000 (depending on specific need and availability of funds)

Confidentiality: Requests are kept in the strictest confidence

Contact Information:

Lutheran Social Services of Southern California Foundation
999 Town and Country Rd #100, Orange, CA 92868
(877)-577-7267
info@LSSSC.org

How to Apply

Application Process

No specific application steps, forms, or procedures are detailed on the website. Interested applicants should contact the Lutheran Social Services of Southern California Foundation directly to inquire about the application process and to discuss their financial need.

Contact for Inquiries: