Established in 1984 by the Kansas East Conference, this grant is to be used to strengthen ethnic minority ministries. This grant is for programming and support for ethnic minority churches, leadership development, ethnic minority youth and ethnic caucuses.
Grant Priorities:
Youth Development – supporting ethnic minority youth development (e.g. camping, summer development programs)
Clergy and Laity Development -supporting clergy and laity to attend development programs
Support for Participation in Ethnic Caucuses - funds for laity and pastors to attend national caucuses: BMCR, MARCHA, Asian Pastors Caucus. Can create ethnic network or caucuses in GPUMC.
Ethnic Minority Local Church - projects and programming
Grants will open on May 1 of every year. Individual grants are capped at $800.
Ethnic Minority Church Grant Frequently Asked Questions:
What about establishment of a new church?
No, this grant is not to establish new churches.
How much can we spend each year?
Send in a request.
Can this cover immigration costs?
No, this grant is not for immigration costs.
Who can apply for the ELMC grant?
Ethnic pastors and ethnic laity
Ethnic minority churches
If you have questions, please contact Oliver Green.
