Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

July 1, 2026

85 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

United Methodist Foundation of Louisiana Grants Program

Status: Active, ongoing since 1992

Geographic Scope: Louisiana Conference and beyond

Focus Areas: The Foundation's grants program is committed to four key outreach areas:

  • Equipping clergy and laity for ministry

  • Developing innovative ministries

  • Fostering connections with the church, community, and Louisiana Conference

  • Responding to or preparing for natural disasters
  • Funding History:

  • Since 1992, the Foundation has awarded more than $8 million to strengthen the Louisiana United Methodist Church and its outreach

  • 2024: Awarded over $374,000

  • 2025: Awarded $279,418

  • July 2025 cycle: Awarded $99,393 to 12 churches and ministries

  • Summer 2024 cycle: Awarded more than $150,000 to 18 churches and ministries
  • Eligible Applicants: Churches and ministries affiliated with the United Methodist Church, primarily in Louisiana

    Example Funded Projects:

  • Therapy for children

  • Senior wellness programs

  • Youth ministry retreats

  • Housing assistance (building homes for families in need)

  • Community food pantry expansion

  • Tuition assistance for students

  • After-school youth programs

  • Community arts activities

  • Computer classes for elderly

  • Public health and disaster preparedness initiatives
  • Contact Information:

  • Address: 8337 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70809

  • Phone: (225) 346-1535

  • Website: www.umf.org/grants

  • Grants Outreach Coordinator: Britney Winn Lee
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    Deadlines: Three cycles per year

  • March 1

  • July 1

  • October 15
  • Application System: Web-based application and post-reporting system

    Application Details:
    1. Access the online application portal at www.umf.org/grants
    2. Complete the web-based application form
    3. Submit by the deadline date
    4. Post-award reporting is required

    Resources Available:

  • Grant writing workshops conducted by Grants Outreach Coordinator

  • Online grant writing webinar available at www.umf.org/grants

  • Quarterly grants newsletter ("Envision") highlighting transformative work of grant recipients

  • Grants application guidance and detailed information at www.umf.org/grants
  • Required Materials: (Specific requirements not detailed in provided content, but applicants are directed to www.umf.org/grants for complete details)

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

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