The Christian Church in the Upper Midwest awards small grants to congregations in the region to support ministry.  Grants are awarded by our Regional Board, which meets quarterly.  Below are the categories of grants the region can award.  Please see the Grant Guidelines for more details.

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Ministry Grants: Disciples congregations working together on a ministry or mission.

Valley View Grants: Individual congregation revitalization or new program.

Reconciliation Grant: Program that works with racism or poverty issues.

New Church Grant: New church starts and their leaders.

NBA/UMW Older Adult Ministry Grant: Supports and encourages new ministry efforts with older adults. Can include revitalization of church property for better use with older adults.

Minister Loan Repayment Grant: Partnership between the region's revitalization ministry and the region's efforts to recruit ministers to serve some of our smaller congregations. Can be used for student loans.