Thriving on New Ground Grant
Funding Amount
$1,000 - $15,000
Deadline
June 17, 2026
70 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Thriving on New Ground Grant
Funder: International Fellowship of Evangelical Students USA Inc (IFES)
Overview: Part of the Thriving Together initiative, these grants provide funding to those serving in student ministry to support projects that advance the national movement's vision and mission.
- Who can apply: Anyone working with a national movement (students, staff members, graduates, or board members)
- Requirement: Funding must be for the advancement of the national movement and align with Thriving Together priorities
Eligibility
- Amount: Requests between USD $1,000 and USD $15,000
- Project Focus: Can be used for implementation and advancement of new projects and outreach, funding for camps or conferences, or necessary infrastructure like books, technology, or software
- Priority: Applications focusing on enabling the national movement to accelerate its vision in the "Thriving on New Ground" priority area
Award Details
- Salaries of current staff members (Staff 2 Staff applications should be submitted to Regional Secretary instead)
What IFES Will Not Fund
- Application Deadlines: Third Wednesday of the month in June, October, and February
- Decision Timeline: Approximately 5 weeks after closing date
- Payment Timeline: Approximately 6 weeks after applications close (may take longer depending on bank processing)
- Reporting Deadline: Up to one year after receiving funds (6-month interim report required if submission delayed)
Timeline
- Must submit budget calculations with quotes where possible and relevant
- IFES favors applicants requesting 50% or less of final project costs
Budget Requirements
- Email: Thrive.together@ifesworld.org
Contact
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Access the application form - Click the provided link for Thriving on New Ground grants
2. Prepare required documents:
- Budget with cost calculations and quotes (where possible and relevant)
- Project details and timeline
- Explanation of how funds will advance the Thriving on New Ground priority
3. Complete the online form with all supporting documents
4. Submit - Applications without all supporting documents cannot be considered
5. Review process - A team will work with your Regional Secretary to review the application
6. Decision notification - Within approximately 5 weeks of the closing date
7. Fund receipt - Funds sent directly to the national movement fund approximately 6 weeks after closing (request through normal fund request process)
Post-Award Requirements
Reporting and Evaluation:
- Contact Thrive.together@ifesworld.org for issues with the form or process assistance
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