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Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Grants
Funding for Christian worship renewal projects
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 8,000 - $ 25,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec
Overview
Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Grants support one-year projects that strengthen public worship in the United States and Canada. Funding ranges from $8,000 to $25,000 for Christian worship practices such as preaching, baptism, communion, music, visual arts, and cultural engagement.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Minimum amount : 8,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
- Religious Congregations and Associations
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects that strengthen public worship and faith formation over one year.
- Projects focused on Christian worship practices such as preaching, baptism, communion, music, visual arts, storytelling, and cultural engagement.
- Projects that connect worship with intergenerational discipleship and community learning.
Documents Needed
- Proof of tax-exempt status
- Organization tax ID number
- Completed application responses
- Project proposal
- SWOT assessment for the community context
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Church plants and new churches
- Established congregations and parishes
- Seminaries, colleges, and religious schools
- Hospitals, nursing homes, and hospice centers
- Prison and correctional center ministries
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
Eligible expenses
- General project costs within the approved grant amount.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Grants to individuals
- Staff or volunteer compensation above 20% of the total grant amount
- Equipment costs above 10% of the total grant
- Production or replication of CDs, DVDs, books, or videos for sale
- Building renovations, construction, and one-time events outside a larger year-long learning process
Eligible geographic areas
- United States
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a team of evaluators.
- Proposals are assessed against the program guidelines.
- Incomplete submissions are not reviewed.
Additional information
- Previous grantees may apply again if their prior project is completed and the new proposal is different or builds on previous learning.
- The grant uses an online grant management system for applications.
- A consultation with the grants team can be requested if needed.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Grants. 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 Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Grants?
Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Grants support one-year projects that strengthen public worship in the United States and Canada. Funding ranges from $8,000 to $25,000 for Christian worship practices such as preaching, baptism, communion, music, visual arts, and cultural engagement.
How much funding can be received?
Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Grants Funds up to $25,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Grants program?
To be eligible for the Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Grants program, you must:
Based in the U.S. or Canada
Christian worshiping community
Tax-exempt status required
What expenses are eligible under Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Grants?
Projects that strengthen public worship and faith formation over one year.
Projects focused on Christian worship practices such as preaching, baptism, communion, music, visual arts, storytelling, and cultural engagement.
Projects that connect worship with intergenerational discipleship and community learning.
Who can I contact for more information about the Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Grants?
You can contact Calvin Institute of Christian Worship (CICW) by email at worshipgrants@calvin.edu or by phone at none.
Where is the Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Grants available?
The Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Grants program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Grants is a Partnering and Collaboration