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Exploring Christian Practices Initiative is sponsored by Lilly Endowment Inc.. This initiative aims to multiply opportunities and increase access to settings that help individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds explore and engage in Christian practices to address their spiritual interests and questions, find and build community with others, nourish the…
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Exploring Christian Practices Initiative - Lilly Endowment Exploring Christian Practices Initiative L illy Endowment’s Exploring Christian Practices Initiative aim s to multiply opportunities and increase access to settings that help individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds explore and engage in Christian practices to address their spiritual interests and questions, find and build community with others, nourish their religious lives and grow in faith .
In this competitive initiative, the Endowment invited charitable organizations to submit proposals for grants of up to $2.
5 million each that may be used for up to a five-year period to develop new and/or enhance existing programs that present promising strategies for advancing the aim of the initiative and provide compelling and thoughtful responses to the following guiding questions: Who are the specific groups of individuals (both inside and outside the organization’s current constituents and the congregations that the organization supports) that the organization seeks to reach and serve, and what are the spiritual interests and questions of these individuals?
What Christian practices that are grounded in the organization’s theological and ecclesial tradition have played central roles in nourishing the faith of individuals in the organization’s community, and how can the organization retrieve, adapt, refine and deploy these practices in appropriate ways today to help individuals address their spiritual interests and questions, find and build community with others, nourish their religious lives and grow in faith?
What are the most appropriate and promising settings (both inside and outside of congregations) that are most conducive for individuals to explore and engage in a variety of Christian practices that the organization identified as most helpful and appropriate for today, and how can the organization both multiply opportunities and increase access to these settings to enable more individuals to explore and engage in these practices?
The Endowment anticipates awarding approximately 60 grants and announcing grant awards in December 2026. Charitable organizations in the United States that are tax-exempt public charities under Internal Revenue Code section 501(c)(3) and corresponding statutes and that have a demonstrated interest in nurturing Christian faith and life were eligible to apply. The submission window for this initiative is now closed.
Interested charitable organizations were able to submit proposals by May 18, 2026. Guide to Budget Preparation Exempt Status Charity/Foundation Status Information Form Sample IRS Exempt Status Determination Letter
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Charitable organizations in the United States that are tax-exempt public charities under Internal Revenue Code section 501(c)(3) and corresponding statutes and that have a demonstrated interest in nurturing Christian fa…. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Exploring Christian Practices Initiative is funded by Lilly Endowment Inc.. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
The solicitation lists 5 required documents: Interest Form (online form on website), Letter of Interest (one page, PDF, due March 25, 2026), Full Proposal via online Proposal Submission Form (due May 18, 2026), Exempt Status Charity/Foundation Status Information Form, and Sample IRS Exempt Status Determination Letter. Check the official notice for formatting and page-limit rules.
National Clergy Renewal Program is a grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. that funds intentional periods of renewal and reflection for Christian pastors, allowing them to step away from the persistent obligations of daily ministry. Administered through Christian Theological Seminary, the program is designed for congregations and pastors who share a strong, trusting relationship and are committed to continued ministry together. Renewal periods are not vacations but structured times for exploration and spiritual refreshment aimed at renewing enthusiasm and creativity for congregational leadership. Awards range from $15,000 to $60,000. Eligible applicants are Christian congregations in all 50 U.S. states except Indiana, and Puerto Rico.
Sacred Places Indiana Fund is sponsored by Indiana Landmarks (supported by Lilly Endowment Inc.). This program offers matching planning and capital grants to eligible congregations in Indiana that have identified significant capital needs at their historic houses of worship and are ready to undertake a capital campaign. It also provides intensive training in landmark stewardship, community engagement, and fundraising.
Giving Indiana Funds for Tomorrow (GIFT) IX - Matching Grants is sponsored by Lilly Endowment Inc.. The ninth phase of the GIFT initiative supports Indiana community foundations in strengthening their capacities to respond to local challenges. Matching Grants help foundations develop unrestricted assets and support projects that address community needs. Geographic focus: Indiana Focus areas: Community Development, Philanthropy, Capacity Building
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Brown Girl Jane x SheaMoisture Grant is a grant from SheaMoisture and Brown Girl Jane that funds Black and woman-owned beauty and wellness businesses in the United States. Part of SheaMoisture's broader commitment to addressing racial inequality through its $1 million annual giving fund, this program specifically supports founders at the intersection of Black and women-owned entrepreneurship in the beauty and wellness sector. Applicants must be based in the U.S. and have operated their business for at least one year. Grants range from $10,000 to $25,000. Check the SheaMoisture Fund website for the current open cycle, as deadlines vary by cohort.
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