Mission Grants

Our Mission Support Committee invites you to enter into a covenant relationship with the Deaconess Community to work on mission projects.

Your organization must have a 501(c)(3) number (USA) or be a "Registered Charitable Organization" (Canada).

The Process:

• 15 January - Letter of Intent  submitted to the Mission Support Committee
• 1 February - The Committee will review all the letters of intent and invite submission of full proposals
• 15 March - Proposals due to the Mission Support Committee
• 30 June - Grant awards will be announced and awardees will be notified

You provide a proposal that has:

• A gospel centered purpose that proclaims and furthers the reign of God among us
• A prophetic diakonia that commits itself to risk taking and innovative service on the frontiers of the church's outreach
• Cooperative partnerships that invite participation, bridge divisions, and accompany others in mission
• Inclusivity in mission that affirms the individual gifts of all people
• Stewardship that respects God's gifts of time, talents and resources

The Deaconess Community provides:

• Grant Monies
• Prayer Support
• Support personnel as needed or desired, if available
• Opportunities to tell your stories of ministry to the Deaconess Community
• Timely communication and support with a committee member and other members of the Deaconess Community