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Mission Grant
Supports experimental outreach initiatives that build community relationships
Last Update: March 23, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : April 30, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports congregations and ministry bodies pursuing outward-facing, experimental mission initiatives. Funding may support compassionate justice projects and mission partnership programming delivered in a single year or over two or more years.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : April 30, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Religious Congregations and Associations
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Compassionate justice initiatives addressing hunger and poverty-related issues in the wider community
- Mission partnership programming delivered over two or more years (long term)
- Mission partnership programming completed within a single calendar year (short term)
- Experimental or exploratory initiatives that engage people outside the congregation
- Initiatives intended to increase vitality, strengthen discipleship, and build relationships
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Congregations
- Specialized ministries
- Ministry Areas
Eligible geographic areas
- Eastern Synod territory (from Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario to Halifax, Nova Scotia)
Additional information
- Projects may be submitted under one of three categories: Compassionate Justice Initiatives, Mission Partnership Support – Long Term, or Mission Partnership Support – Short Term.
- Compassionate Justice Initiatives are supported through CLWR Funds.
- Mission Partnership Support (Long Term and Short Term) is supported by Synodical and National Endowment Funds.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Mission Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Mission Grant. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Mission Grant?
This program supports congregations and ministry bodies pursuing outward-facing, experimental mission initiatives. Funding may support compassionate justice projects and mission partnership programming delivered in a single year or over two or more years.
Who is eligible for the Mission Grant program?
To be eligible for the Mission Grant program, you must:
Congregation, specialized ministry, or Ministry Area
Experimental or exploratory initiative
Engages people outside the congregation
What expenses are eligible under Mission Grant?
Compassionate justice initiatives addressing hunger and poverty-related issues in the wider community
Mission partnership programming delivered over two or more years (long term)
Mission partnership programming completed within a single calendar year (short term)
Experimental or exploratory initiatives that engage people outside the congregation
Initiatives intended to increase vitality, strengthen discipleship, and build relationships
Who can I contact for more information about the Mission Grant?
You can contact Eastern Synod Of The Evangelical Lutheran Church In Canada.
Where is the Mission Grant available?
The Mission Grant program is available the province of Ontario.
Who are the financial supporters of the Mission Grant?
Mission Grant is funded by Eastern Synod Of The Evangelical Lutheran Church In Canada
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