Presbytery Initiative Grants

Presbytery Initiative Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Synod of the Mid-Atlantic
Last Updated: December 03, 2025

Summary

The Presbytery Initiative Grants, funded by the Synod of the Mid-Atlantic, support mission projects endorsed by two presbyteries. These grants are made possible through generous donations from Presbyterians, emphasizing community contributions to sustain funding. Applications are accepted twice a year, with deadlines on February 1st and August 1st. Individuals and congregations can contribute through various means, including estate bequests and donations, to assist in fulfilling the mission objectives.

Overview

Grants These grants, scholarships, and funds have been made possible by the generous giving of Presbyterians. In that same spirit, contributions are needed to continue grant funding. The most immediate way to contribute is through an individual, group, or congregational donation to the Synod for a specified purpose. Individuals can also help through bequests from their estates, by making it a beneficiary of their life insurance, or with gifts of securities, real estate, or annuities. Presbytery Initiative Fund The Presbytery Initiatives Committee, former the Shared Ministries Program, will accept applications from presbyteries and congregations for specific projects. The project must be endorsed by two presbyteries sharing the work of the mission project. Deadlines are February 1st and August 1st of each year. Contact: Presbytery Initiative Committee through the Synod Office.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The Presbytery Initiatives Committee, formerly the Shared Ministries Program, will accept applications from presbyteries and congregations for specific mission projects. The project must be endorsed by two presbyteries sharing the work of the mission project.