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05/23/2018
Timeline for ELCA Hunger Grants announced
Dear partners and friends of ELCA World Hunger,
ELCA World Hunger is pleased to announce the 2019 Domestic Hunger Grant application will open soon! Beginning in June, you will be able learn more about the grants and how to apply by visiting ELCA.org/domestichungergrants.
The Domestic Hunger Grant process has been in transition this year. Based on feedback from previous applicants, our team has been revising the grant application and the webpage to make both more helpful to you, our ministry partners.
We look forward to partnering with you through:
- A new, user-friendly online application that reflects the priorities and values of ELCA World Hunger.
- A longer award cycle, allowing ministries to seek funding for three years through one application.
- A shorter timeline from application to award decision.
- A clear list of eligibility criteria and the materials you will need before you apply.
Timeline for 2019 Domestic Hunger Grants
June 12-Aug. 13: Domestic Hunger Grant application is open
September-October: Synod teams review applications
November: Review and award decisions
Late November/early December: Awards announced
Finally, thank you. You are an integral part of our ministry together through ELCA World Hunger. We are counting on you to get the word out about Domestic Hunger Grants to groups that are working through and with ELCA congregations to address the root causes of poverty and hunger. Please feel free to share this email with groups that might be interested in applying for a grant.
To learn more about Domestic Hunger Grants and the new ELCA Grantmaker system, we invite you to attend one of two webinars that will review our granting priorities and cover the basics of applying. Simply click on the date of your choice below for instructions on how to call in. A reminder with the link will be sent when the application is open.
Thank you for all you do to creatively and courageously work toward a just world where all are fed – neighborhood to neighborhood, community to community. If you have any questions or feedback, please contact us at Hunger@ELCA.org.
With gratitude for the ministry and mission we share,
The ELCA World Hunger Team
