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Grants for NWCs

Eligible new worshiping communities in our network are encouraged to apply for available grant funding from the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), which has invested funds for innovative new ministry projects for generations.  Our grants team reviews applications on a rolling basis, typically four times per year. 

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In 2025, grant applications will be accepted four times.

 

The Mission Program Grant team will review submissions at its next meeting. 

 

All applicants will be notified  within about two months.

 

Walton Award submissions are due July 1.

Seed Grants - $10,000

This is our first-level grant. It provides $10,000 to help start a 1001 community and supports the first year of ministry.

Download Seed Grant

Investment Grant - Level 2

NWC Investment Grants total $30,000 per NWC. Applications may be submitted to the Grants Team 12 months (or more) following receipt of an NWC Seed Grant. The Investment Grant period lasts 18 months, after which an NWC may apply for a Growth Grant.

Download Investment Grant

Walton Award

Every year, presbytery's are encouraged to nominate NWCs who meet the criteria for this award, which funds capital projects to enhance the space and property's stewarded by NWCs. 2025 award nominations are due July 1. 

Download Walton Award

Health Insurance Grants

All new worshiping community leaders are eligible to apply for a Health Insurance Grant, worth $3,000 per year—twice renewable. 

Download Health Grant

Growth Grant - Level 3

NWC Growth Grants total $30,000 per NWC. Applications may be submitted to the Grants Team once 18 months have elapsed since receipt of a NWC Investment Grant. 

Download Growth Grant

Benefits Grants for Organizing Pastors

This grant provides five years of funding to provide health insurance coverage, retirement pension and other benefits to the leaders of NWCs. Click below for eligible criteria from the Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)

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