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Foundation Grants (Diocese of WNC) is a grant program from The Episcopal Foundation of Western North Carolina that funds parishes and institutions within the Diocese of Western North Carolina. Awards of up to $20,000 are available across several grant categories including the Patricia Minkler Howell Children's Outreach Grants, St.
Hilda's Press Grant for publishing projects, Sustainable Development/Global Mission Grants, Justice and Outreach Grants, and Congregational Vitality Grants. Each grant category has distinct eligibility criteria and deadlines — for example, Children's Outreach Grants are due by April 30 and Global Mission Grants by May 1. Restoration loans for church property improvement are also available from the diocese.
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Grants & Loans | Diocese of WNC The Diocese of Western North Carolina is blessed with resources to support parishes and diocesan-affiliated organizations with additional financial support in the form of grants and loans. There are several grants available that offer funds for different purposes.
Likewise, the Executive Council of the diocese approves, with the recommendation of the diocesan Finance committee, loans for the purpose of church property restoration and improvement. Below you will find more information on each grant and loan available in the diocese, including helpful general information and the particular application for each funding source. Grant applications and questions may be directed to Canon Augusta.
Application for Restoration Loans and Foundation Grants Restoration Loan or Foundation Grant General Information General Grant application Please specify which grant you are applying for on the application (see details below). General Grant budget form Patricia Minkler Howell Children's Outreach Grants The Patricia Minkler Howell Children's Outreach Grants support the development of outreach programs for and with children in need.
Special consideration will be given to applications that envision children serving children. Applications for these grants are due no later than April 30. Detailed instructions and parameters.
The St. Hilda's Press Grant is intended to support congregations in printing projects, such as church history or other publishing projects related to the parish. Sustainable Development/Global Mission Grants Funds from the Global Mission Committee support international and domestic projects.
Preference will be given to applications with stated purpose related to the Sustainable Development Goals. Applications for these grants are due no later than May 1. Questions regarding Global Mission Grants can be directed to The Rev.
Clare Barry, Deacon .
Sustainable Development/Global Mission Grant Instructions Justice and Outreach Grants The Justice and Outreach Committee will consider grant proposals for diocesan initiatives that meet the following funding criteria: Engages people in ministry that is focused on a justice and outreach issue, builds capacity in the local community and/or across the diocese to improve the quality of life for the poor, lonely, and/or disenfranchised through collaboration, has an end result that transforms the community and/or the diocese.
Congregational Vitality Grants The Diocese of Western North Carolina offers annual Congregational Vitality grants to support churches in their redevelopment work. Congregational Vitality Grants are open to any initiative that supports and sustains the vitality and mission of the local parish, including technology. Please note, preference is given to congregations who did not receive a Congregational Vitality grant in the previous year.
The Episcopal Foundation of Western North Carolina is a non-profit corporation founded in 1963 by Bishop Henry with an initial gift from Mr. Charles Timson. The Foundation operates under its own independent charter, and the members of the Board of Directors are elected at the annual convention of the Diocese.
The Foundation uses the income from its investments to make grants up to $20,000 exclusively for charitable, educational, religious, and scientific purposes. Parishes and institutions applying for these funds must present their initial request to a joint meeting the board of The Episcopal Foundation of Western North Carolina and the diocesan Finance Committee.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Parishes and institutions within the Diocese of Western North Carolina. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $20,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) Phase II is sponsored by Administration for Community Living. Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) Phase II is a forecasted funding opportunity on Grants.gov from Administration for Community Living. Fiscal Year: 2026. Assistance Listing Number(s): 93.433. <p>The purpose of the Federal SBIR program is to stimulate technological innovation in the private sector, strengthen the role of small business in meeting Federal research or research and development (R/R&D) needs, and improve the return on investment from Federally-funded research for economic and social benefits to the nation. The specific purpose of NIDILRR's SBIR program is to improve the lives of people with disabilities through R/R&D products generated by small businesses, and to ...
The J.M.K. Innovation Prize is a grant from The J.M. Kaplan Fund recognizing early-stage social entrepreneurs working on environmental, heritage, and social justice challenges. The prize rewards individuals and organizations demonstrating innovative, entrepreneurial approaches to enduring problems. Applications for the 2025 prize were accepted February 11 through April 25, 2025 via an online portal. Spanish-language applications are welcomed, and a Spanish application form is available for download. The prize is biennial and open to a broad range of applicants across the United States working on forward-thinking solutions at the intersection of environment, community, and cultural heritage.