Celebrating Courage and Innovation: Thank You, Spring Grant Applicants!
Thank you, thank you, thank you!
We are filled with deep gratitude for all those who stepped forward to apply to our scholarship and grant opportunities this Spring. Thank you! And there are more of you applying than ever before; our Spring Grant round saw a 30% increase in applicants!
In a world full of challenges and uncertainties, it takes a special kind of bravery to raise your hand and say, “I have a vision, and I will pursue it relentlessly.” Your applications are not merely paperwork; representing your ambition and declaring your intent to carve a path as you live into being deep, bold, and daring.
What depth and diversity in the initiatives presented! From research projects to community-driven social enterprises, your endeavours spanned the spectrum! Your proposals are a testament to the unwavering spirit across the church; a reminder that, even in the face of adversity, there are those who refuse to be daunted.
What You’re Doing Matters!
While not every application can be successful, we want you to know that your efforts are valued. Each application represents a spark of brilliance, with the potential to ignite real change. Regardless of whether you receive a grant this round, we encourage you to continue your journey with the same fervent determination that brought you to us in the first place.
Every granting round, the Joint Grants Committee and Scholarship and Academic Awards Committee review a growing number of thoughtful applications, all of which represent treasured ministries to the people who submitted them. Each and every project (funded or not!) is important!
God, stir the hearts of those who will soon learn of their successful application!
Please also encourage those who will not receive the news they were hoping for.
And bless them all that they will continue to act with boldness in their work. Amen.
Stay Tuned!
To all who dared to dream, to all who dared to act, we say thank you. Thank you for inspiring us with your courage, your creativity, and your faithful commitment to making the world a better place. The road ahead may be undefined, but with courage like yours, we are confident that it leads to a brighter tomorrow.
Your stories are part of the fabric of the United Church, and we are excited to review applications and keep your momentum rolling. Watch for the release of the Spring grant results in the coming weeks. And, if you’re on social media, follow progress using the hashtag #SOHSpring2024. Please join our growing communities on X (Twitter), Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.
Support Grants Like These
Foundation grants support unique and innovative United Church people and projects making an impact in our communities. Of course, these opportunities are made possible by the faithful generosity of United Church people.
Did you know that you can make a gift to any fund at the Foundation? It’s true; even scholarship funds and Seeds of Hope granting funds! “Unrestricted” or “undesignated” gifts are also gratefully accepted, as they provide extra flexibility during busy rounds like this one! So, if you’ve made a gift to the Foundation before, you are helping make projects like these happen. Thank you! Make a gift to support this important work into the future.
