September 10, 2026 | Faith, Community and Non-Profit Leader Check-In Meeting
Welcome to MeckMIN's Thursday Zoom Check-In Meetings
These meetings are open to anyone interested in supporting compassionate community response, especially in partnership with the most vulnerable among us.
Meetings are held online every other Thursday from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Email LeDayne Polaski for Zoom access code. In addition, if you would like to receive notification when these minutes are posted, please email LeDayne and ask to be added to the Thursday meetings email list.
You can find the recording HERE
50 participants
OPENING REFLECTION
From: All These Rivers and You Choose Love
Be redundant with your kindness. Let a drought of judgment develop in your heart. Marry mercy and raise a family of compassions. Flood us with the goodness you have gathered. Demolish all the dams fears has constructed inside you. Breach the limits of your dreams. Salute sacredness with your actions. Listen to what silence has to say. Hold us, this life, tenderly in your affection. Be a balm of blessings, a bakery of beauty, bread that rises and rises inside our souls.
Jaiya John
MECKMIN UPDATES
PLEASE SHARE THESE EVENTS WITH YOUR NETWORK AND WITH ANYONE YOU THINK MIGHT BE PARTICULARLY INTERESTED – AND PLEASE CONSIDER COMING YOURSELF
THURSDAY MEETINGS
We are meeting in 2026:
Sept 24
October 8
October 22
November 5
November 12
December 3
December 17
No meeting December 31
MeckMIN: Women's Interfaith Book Club (aka Faith Club)
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 7 PM - both in person and Zoom options are available The Forty Rules of Love: A Novel of Rumi by Elif Shafak. Email meckmin@meckmin.org for meeting details.
Interfaith Embroidery Group Seeks New Members
A while back a member of MeckMIN's Faith Club reached out to ask if she could coordinate a new group, an Embroidery Club, as another way of sharing cultures and creating relationships. Piedmont Unitarian Universalist enthusiastically agreed to host, and a new group was born.
Recently, they checked in to share an update: "We took a break in July for the summer and were so happy to get back together. We started our new project, needle felting, and had such a wonderful time learning a new technique together. We’re also looking forward to participating in MeckMIN’s Thanksgiving event where we'll have some of our Embroidery Club work displayed. It will be a nice way to showcase both our cultural traditions and what we’ve been creating together. Also, while we were meeting at the church, someone stopped by and asked me if we were planning to continue the Embroidery Club. Before I even had a chance to answer, some of the members immediately said, 'Of course we want to continue!' It was really sweet to hear that, and it made me happy to see how much everyone enjoys being part of the group.
The group meets one evening a month and is open to new members. If you are interested in getting details, email meckmin@meckmin.org.
The City of Charlotte and MeckMIN present
Open Tables Monday September 28 – 6 to 8 p.m.
"Holding Our Humanity Across Difference"
Friendship Missionary Baptist Church | 3400 Beatties Ford Road Vegetarian Potluck Dinner
Youth Service Project Sunday October 25 – 4:30pm to 6 pm
Serving at Lydia's Pantry
Galilee Center | 3601 Central Avenue, Charlotte | RSVP
Cultural Displays at Friendsgiving!
MeckMIN Interfaith Friendsgiving 2026 Call for Cultural Display Tables
FRIENDSGIVING REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
NONPROFITS & ORGANIZATIONS PROGRAMMING PLANS FOR FALL 2026 Consider MeckMIN’s wealth of training offerings
MeckMIN Speakers Bureau
Recently, Myers Park Covenant Church reached out to us to ask if there was someone in the MeckMIN network who could lead the adhan (Islamic call to prayer) as part of an interfaith-focused Sunday morning worship service. We LOVE these opportunities to create interfaith relationships and were delighted to connect the church to board member Erkam Adiguzel who described the experience as “lovely.”
If you are interested in hosting someone from another tradition in your house of worship, please reach out. We can also make suggestions for workplaces, schools, fellow nonprofits and more.
MECKMIN TALKS AND TRAININGS
LOOKING TO CREATE GREATER BELONGING AT YOUR SCHOOL?
Consider how MeckMIN can ease the way. We are excited to offer schools a dynamic way to expand understanding of different faith traditions. Through two interactive interfaith panels—one designed for students in grades 6–12 and another for teachers and administrators at all levels—we provide opportunities to learn directly from people who practice these traditions to build greater understanding across communities.
Help us expand religious literacy in our schools by sharing these flyers with educators and administrators in your network. If you would like to host an interfaith panel, please contact LeDayne at ledayne@meckmin.org
OTHER FAITH/INTERFAITH OPPORTUNITIES
The views and opinions expressed below are those of the speakers/presenters and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the MeckMIN board or our member organizations.
MECK COUNTY UPDATES
Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Jessica Montana, representing Public Health. It’s suicide awareness month and she’d like to talk about that as well as resources and trainings the County is offering.
In observation of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, the Office of Violence Prevention and ReCAST II have launched a new campaign titled Support Hope. It will share the message that there are resources we can use to support a loved one who is struggling. The campaign will include light rail and bus ads, social media and Google search ads, clean graffiti, and a flyer in PeachJar. We also launched a new webpage with information and resources for prevention and crisis situations: health.mecknc.gov/supporthope.
In addition, we are offering the following training opportunities and events during the month of September.
Social Media for Safer Communities Teen Workshop
Monday, September 21 | 9:30 am-3:00 pm | 3 locations
Teens ages 13-18 can join this 3-part workshop during the first teacher workday of the school year. Project Unloaded is a national organization that creates social media content alongside youth that promotes safety, violence prevention, and mental health support. During the workshop, teens will learn the facts about why they are safer unarmed, skills they can use to spread that message to their friends, and how social media can be a tool for positive change.
Project Unloaded Registration: https://projectunloaded.org/
Choose from 3 Locations:
Allegra Westbrooks Library- 2412 Beatties Ford Rd Charlotte, NC 28216
Naomi Drennan Park and Recreation Center- 750 Beal St Charlotte, NC 28211
Keith Family YMCA- 8100 Old Mallard Creek Rd Charlotte, NC 28269
Staying Alive Suicide Prevention Awareness Summit
Thursday, September 24 | 8:30am – 12:00pm | The Park Church
Hosted by the QPR & MHFA Instructor Collaborative, of which OVP/ReCAST is a member, this summit aims to raise awareness, promote hope, and encourage open conversations about mental health. The event will include a resource fair, presentations, wellness activities, and the opportunity to take either a QPR Suicide Prevention or Community Resiliency Model (CRM) training in English or Spanish.
Community Resiliency Model (CRM®): Practical Skills for Wellness
Tuesday, September 15 | 10:30am-12:00pm (in person – in English)
Thursday, September 17 | 12:00-1:30pm (virtual – in Spanish)
Monday, September 21 | 12:00-1:30pm (virtual – in English)
CRM is set of wellness tools designed to help individuals better understand and manage the effects of stress, adversity, and trauma. Through practical and easy skills, participants learn how to recognize responses within their nervous system, restore a sense of balance, and build resilience in everyday life. CRM offers tools that can be used personally and shared with family members, colleagues, clients, and communities to promote long-term well-being and resilience.
Critical Conversations in Adolescent Mental Health: Understanding NSSI, Preventing Suicide, and Supporting Youth
A two-part adolescent mental health webinar series designed to equip professionals with practical strategies for early identification, intervention, and support of youth experiencing mental health challenges.
Session 1: Understanding Non-Suicidal Self-Injury in Adolescents: Evidence-Based Approaches for Prevention, Identification, and Early Intervention
Wednesday, September 23 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | virtual
Non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) affects nearly 1 in 5 adolescents and is often misunderstood. This webinar will provide participants with an evidence-based understanding of NSSI, including common risk factors, warning signs, underlying motivations, and practical approaches for responding to youth in a supportive and developmentally appropriate manner.
Session 2: Understanding and Responding to Adolescent Suicide Risk: Evidence-Based Strategies for Prevention, Assessment, and Safety Planning
Friday, September 25 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | virtual
This interactive session will explore adolescent suicide risk, including warning signs, risk and protective factors, screening strategies, and effective response techniques. Participants will gain practical tools for engaging in compassionate conversations, supporting youth in crisis, and connecting adolescents and families to appropriate resources and care.
HOMES Program
Treva Teachey, representing the HOMES Program. This program assists qualified homeowners by providing financial assistance for their property taxes.
HOME Program provides grants of up to $650 towards property tax for eligible homeowners. The program runs from July 1st to November 20th each year, with over $3 million awarded last year. Homeowners can apply online through MECNC.org or visit one of two Department of Community Resources offices located at 3205 Freedom Drive or 430 Stitt Road.
Looking for a volunteer to take minutes of this meeting - every other Thursday
Jenni is leaving, it would be fabulous to have a volunteer to take minutes at these meetings.
CITY OF CHARLOTTE UPDATES
NONPROFIT UPDATES
Help Keep North Carolina Polling Places Safe and Welcoming
Lisa Garcia-Sampson Unitarian Universalist Justice Ministry of North Carolina 401-680-2507 or Lisa@uujusticenc.org.
Recruiting Volunteers to be part of the Chill Team
Chill Team is a statewide, nonpartisan network of trained volunteers who provide community-based safety and de-escalation support during Early Voting and on Election Day.
Organized through Blueprint NC’s election protection network, Chill Team volunteers may be deployed to polling locations either proactively or in response to reports of voter intimidation, harassment, or other concerns. The team works alongside North Carolina’s broader Election Protection network and the 888-OUR-VOTE hotline, which provides voters with nonpartisan assistance on voting questions and problems at the polls. Prior to being deployed, volunteers will be trained on de-escalation tactics and what to expect at the polls if deployed to a site. Joining the Chill Team does not mean you're obligated to participate, as participation is 100% voluntary at all times.
In 2024, Chill Team included approximately 140 volunteers. This year, organizers hope to train 300–500 volunteers across North Carolina, including faith leaders and other trusted community members.
How Does Chill Team Work?
1. Apply to volunteer.Complete the Chill Team application. Applicants are asked to provide a movement reference — someone who can vouch for them.
2. Attend a Zoom training.Volunteers complete a 1½–2 hour Chill Team training covering de-escalation skills, important election rules at polling places, what to expect if deployed, and how the team’s communication system works. Approximately six additional trainings are planned before the election.
3. Join the Chill Team Signal thread.Once trained and onboarded, volunteers join the team’s Signal communication channel so organizers can communicate about needs in different parts of the state.
4. Respond if and when you are available.During Early Voting and on Election Day, if a report of voter harassment or intimidation occurs in your area, you may be invited to join a team responding to the situation.
Joining Chill Team does not obligate you to respond. Volunteers can always say yes or no based on their availability, comfort level, distance from the location, and other circumstances.
Interested, But Want to Learn More First?
Because recruitment is happening primarily through email lists, faith communities, and other trusted networks rather than social media, organizers are also offering opportunities to learn more about the program directly.
A presentation about Chill Team will be offered during the NC Faith Table quarterly meeting on Thursday at 6:00 p.m. on Zoom.
Interested in joining?
Apply to become a Chill Team volunteer: Complete the volunteer application
Showing of Jesus Was A Migrant
Amy DeVore AmyD@matthewsumc.org
We are showing the documentary, “Jesus was a Migrant” on Tuesday, Sept 15 at 6:30pm at Matthews United Methodist. Rev. Ken Gordon from House of Light Church is partnering with us on this project.
Register: https://matthewsumc.org/events/jesus-was-a-migrant (Light Snacks Provided)
Panel Discussion with Immigration Attorneys & Area Clergy to follow viewing
Hosted by: The Micah Connection at Matthews UMC and House of Light Church
Contact: AmyD@MatthewsUMC.org
Amy DeVore704-839-3144
Children of the World: Come Visit, Learn More & Celebrate With Us
Children of the World Learning Center brings children from diverse cultures, languages, faiths, and income levels together to learn and grow in one community. This fall, there are several ways to get involved.
Come See the School in Action — September 24
Join Children of the World for a Community Tour on Thursday, September 24, from 8:30–10:00 a.m. at Central United Methodist Church.
Guests will enjoy a light breakfast and short presentation, followed by a chance to visit classrooms and meet students and teachers.
To RSVP, call or text Jill Henley at 910-975-4618.
A Few Preschool Openings Remain
Children of the World still has a limited number of openings for students. Families looking for a multicultural learning environment are encouraged to learn more.
For information, contact Louise Woods at lwoods@bellsouth.net.
Save the Date: Light Up the Winter Night — December 12
The sixth annual Light Up the Winter Night will be held Saturday, December 12, from 4:30–7:30 p.m. at Central United Methodist Church.
This multicultural celebration of light and community will feature approximately 40 decorated trees, multicultural performances, music, food trucks, games, crafts and gifts, a silent auction, and activities for all ages. Admission and many activities are free.
Help Children of the World Reach Its $30,000 Fundraising Goal
Light Up the Winter Night is also an important fundraiser for Children of the World. Proceeds support its tiered tuition model, helping make it possible for children from families of different cultures, languages, and income levels to learn together.
One fun way to support the campaign is to sponsor and decorate a tree. Children of the World provides the lighted tree; sponsors provide the decorations. Trees can celebrate a business, organization or faith community, honor someone special, or simply showcase your creativity.
Whether you visit the school, spread the word about preschool openings, attend the celebration, sponsor a tree, or make a gift, there are many ways to support Children of the World this fall.
September is Recovery Month
Taryn Hofert McLeod Centers for Wellbeing Taryn.Hofert@mcleodcenters.org
Addiction knows no demographic - recovery shouldn't either
Ways to Volunteer
There are many ways to lend your time, talents, and resources—from leading activities and helping with events to beautifying spaces, donating needed items, and offering professional expertise.
We need men's clothing, other than suits.
Here are a few more ways to get involved:
Lead a knitting, cooking, arts, crafts, or journaling activity
Offer practical life-skills training, such as financial literacy or GED tutoring
Lead a fitness activity such as yoga or basketball
Facilitate a book club
Donate comfortable clothing, coats, books, or arts and crafts supplies
Help support families during the holidays through gifts, treats, or decorations
Volunteer with gardening, landscaping, groundskeeping, or facility beautification
Create artwork or murals to improve program spaces
Take photos or video at community events
Help with event setup, cleanup, food, drinks, or other event support
Connect participants with job placement, training, or educational opportunities
Offer professional services or specialized expertise, including legal support
Would love to have a partner in North Charlotte to host the new mobile unit
For more information about McLeod and our new mobile unit:
Borrowed Hope: Showing Up for Families in “The Long Middle”
Borrowed Hope Foundation is a new Charlotte-area nonprofit supporting individuals and families living through what it calls “the long middle” — the months or years after a life-changing event when the immediate crisis has passed, but life is still far from normal.
Founder Eleanor Shell created Borrowed Hope after her own family experienced a long recovery following a serious accident in 2024. That experience revealed how quickly support can fade, even when a family is still carrying the effects of a crisis.
Borrowed Hope’s philosophy is simple: community can hold hope for people until they are able to hold it for themselves again.
Rather than trying to solve enormous problems, the organization provides small but meaningful moments of relief and normalcy — things like movie outings, ice cream trips, gas cards, school-break snack packs, and free community gatherings.
Hope for the Holidays
Borrowed Hope is now launching its Hope for the Holidays campaign, with a goal of providing 100 families with one meaningful holiday experience — a chance to create a memory centered on joy and connection rather than the crisis they are navigating.
How You Can Help
Congregations, nonprofits, businesses, and individuals can support the effort by:
Nominating or referring families who may be living in “the long middle”
Sponsoring a family’s holiday experience
Making a financial contribution to the campaign
Providing gift cards, meals, tickets, activities, or other experiences
Sharing Borrowed Hope with families and caregivers who may benefit from this support
Borrowed Hope describes its larger message this way: “Stop fixing. Start staying.” Families facing long-term challenges do not always need someone to solve the unsolvable; sometimes they simply need a community willing to keep showing up.
To learn more, explore partnership opportunities, or connect a family with Borrowed Hope, contact Eleanor Shell, Founder, at eleanor@resilientmagnolia.com
@resilientmagnolia on Instagram and Substack
Money Magnets Club: Fall Opportunities for Financial Health & Entrepreneurship
Dr. Alexandra Arrington
Money Magnets Club is offering several fall opportunities for people of different ages and backgrounds to build financial skills, strengthen financial health, and explore entrepreneurship.
Financial Health Lunch & Learn — September 21
For nonprofit leaders, small business owners, and individuals interested in strengthening their financial health. This event is co-hosted by Our Daily Bread Foundation and TD Bank.Register: https://wkf.ms/4xnXirM
Financial Literacy Family Fitness Series — Tuesdays beginning October 2026
A series for youth and adults, presented in partnership with The Park Community Development Corporation, combining financial literacy with family-focused learning.
Register: https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C0949ABAA2BA7FDC43-61622831-thepark?useFullSite=false
_preneur Conference — Saturday, November 21
Held at Johnson C. Smith University, this conference is designed for youth, young adults, and the adults who support them, with a focus on entrepreneurship and financial empowerment.
Learn more and register: preneurconference.com
For more information about Money Magnets Club, contact info@moneymagnetsclub.org
Embrace all Latino Voices
Upcoming 9th Resource Fair event Latinos in Action and also the open spots for moms to join our Maternal Health Program and receive diapers.
9th Latinos in Action Resource Fair - Free table request form
Share the Grandparents Day celebration
Rita M. Dominguez, MPH, CHES®
Bilingual Community Engagement Lead l North Carolina Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare Community & State l 3440 Toringdon Way I Suite 350 I Charlotte, NC. 28277
(office) 952-229-2178 l (M) 704-909-9479 |(email) Rita_Dominguez@uhc.com
Grandparents Day Celebration taking place today from 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM at First Baptist Church-West located at 1801 Oaklawn Ave. Charlotte, NC 28216 in the Family Life Center (Gym)
Three Constitutional Amendments on North Carolina’s November Ballot
North Carolina voters will see three proposed amendments to the State Constitution on the November 3 ballot. The League of Women Voters of North Carolina opposes all three, arguing that these issues are already addressed through the Constitution or existing state law and do not need additional constitutional restrictions.
The three amendments would:
Lower the constitutional cap on state income taxes from 7% to 3.5%. The current individual income-tax rate is already below 3.5%; the amendment would limit how high future legislatures could raise it.
Require limits on local property-tax increases. The amendment would direct the General Assembly to create those limits later; the amendment itself does not specify what the limits would be.
Expand the constitutional photo-ID requirement to all methods of voting. North Carolina already requires identification, or an approved exception process, for absentee-by-mail voting under current law.
The League’s concern is that putting these requirements into the Constitution makes them much harder to change if circumstances or state needs change in the future.
Learn more before you vote: The League of Women Voters of North Carolina has published information explaining each amendment, including arguments from supporters and opponents. (MyLO)
United Way of Greater Charlotte Unite Charlotte funding cycle, opening Friday, September 11, 2026.
United Way's Unite Charlotte strategy continues to evolve to strengthen grassroots nonprofits for the realities they face today. By concentrating resources in a more intentional way, we can help build the resilience, leadership capacity, and sustainability organizations need to continue serving Charlotte-Mecklenburg residents for years to come.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for Unite Charlotte funding, an organization must:
Have an annual operating budget between $500,000 and $2 million.
Have been in continuous operation for at least three (3) years as of the application deadline.
Be a nonprofit organization with current IRS 501(c)(3) status.
Serve residents of Mecklenburg County.
Demonstrate that agency leadership's backgrounds and experiences align with the community served.
Provide services without regard to race, sex, education, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, religion, ability or disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, country of origin, first language, marital status, or citizenship status.
Not proselytize, directly or indirectly, on behalf of any religious faith, doctrine, or belief.
Successfully complete United Way of Greater Charlotte's Financial Certification process.
Required DocumentsApplicants must also submit and upload the following documents as part of the application process:
A current strategic plan, organizational plan, or written organizational priorities.
Board meeting minutes from the organization's three most recent board meetings.
The Unite Charlotte funding cycle will remain open for two weeks, closing on Friday, September 25, 2026. Additional information about the application process, requirements, and submission timeline will be available on our website when the Letter of Interest opens.We are grateful for the nonprofit leaders, donors, volunteers, and community partners who have shaped Unite Charlotte over the past decade. Your belief in grassroots leadership has helped strengthen organizations closest to the communities they serve.As we move forward, we remain committed to supporting organizations that are deeply connected to their communities and positioned to create lasting impact for Mecklenburg County residents. We look forward to continuing this work together with clarity, care, and a shared commitment to a stronger Charlotte-Mecklenburg.
Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church
YOUTH CONFERENCE 2026
Saturday, September 12 | 10:00am-2:00pm
RESOURCES FOR NONPROFITS
GRANTS AND FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
Local
Transportation services and mobility needs for seniors and individuals with disabilities in the Charlotte region
Emma Stogner, MPA, AICP
City of Charlotte – Charlotte Area Transit System
Transportation Planner II
The CATS Section 5310 Call for Projects is now open. Eligible nonprofit organizations, transit providers, and other qualifying agencies are invited to apply for Section 5310 funding to support transportation services and mobility needs for seniors and individuals with disabilities in the Charlotte region.
Applications and supporting materials are available through Bonfire at the link below:
I have also copied the Call for Projects timeline, which includes the key application dates and deadlines.
We will be hosting a virtual information session Friday, September 11 at 11AM to review the application process, answer questions, and provide additional guidance for prospective applicants. If you can't make it, it will be recorded and uploaded to our web page. You can join the Teams meeting using the link below:
Microsoft Teams meeting
Meeting ID: 235 840 258 221 54
Passcode: Fd27md3H
Please feel free to share this opportunity with other organizations or partners that may be eligible and interested in applying.
If you have any questions about the Call for Projects or the application process, contact Emma at the number above.
The search for the SEED20 Class of 2027 starts now!
Applications are officially open for the SEED20 Class of 2027. We are looking for bold ideas, passionate leaders and innovative nonprofit approaches to the social challenges facing the greater Charlotte region.
Whether you are launching a new nonprofit, building a rising organization or introducing a new initiative within an established nonprofit, SEED20 can help strengthen your story, expand your reach and connect your work with a community ready to support it.
Ten nonprofit leaders will be selected for a yearlong journey that includes coaching, training, increased visibility, connections to funders and community partners, professional marketing support, and capacity-building support as a member of the SEED20 Alumni Network. The experience is highlighted at SEED20 OnStage, where participants share their work with the greater Charlotte community and compete for awards.
Applications are open September 1–21, 2026, and must be submitted by 3:00 p.m. ET on September 21.
Want to Learn More About the Application Process?
Join us for a virtual Application Webinar on Wednesday, September 2, at 12:00 p.m. We will walk through the SEED20 experience, review the application process and answer questions from prospective applicants. Can't join us live? Register anyway, and we'll send the recording straight to your inbox afterward!
Grants are Now Available to Community Organizations Working to Improve Health Outcomes in Mecklenburg County
Mecklenburg County Public Health is accepting proposals for its Live Well Community Grants program. The initiative provides grassroots, community, and faith-based organizations with funding, capacity-building resources, and technical support to implement programs or initiatives focusing on food security, chronic disease prevention, and education.
Funded organizations will be responsible for implementing evidence-based strategies in areas of Mecklenburg County that are most likely to experience increased rates of chronic diseases and related deaths. The deadline for organizations to submit an online application is Friday, Sept. 18, at 4 p.m.
This effort is part of the County’s Live Well Meck efforts. Additional information, including the application, can be found on Public Heath’s webpage.
Regional
Mary Reynolds Babcock Foundation - Grants
Deadline: Rolling
Award Amount/Ceiling: Unspecified Amount
Description: The Mary Reynolds Babcock Foundation supports power building to advance racial equity and social and economic justice across an 11-state Southern footprint, including North Carolina. They invite proposals from nonprofits serving the South that have track records of helping people and places move out of poverty and achieve greater social and economic justice. Organizations may use funds for general operating support, project support, “glue” support for networks of grassroots and partner organizations, and organizational development needs. Prospective partners may submit an organizational summary at any point in the year, if work aligns and funding is available, MRBF may invite a full proposal and staff then bring recommendations forward for board approval.
National
National Trust for Historic Preservation - African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund
Preserving Black Churches NEW!
Deadline: September 11, 2026
Award Amount/Ceiling: $50,000 to $500,000
Description: Annual grants from Preserving Black Churches are intended to preserve
historically Black houses of worship, including those with active congregations and non-active congregations, and advance ongoing preservation activities. Grant funding will strengthen the capacity for historic congregations and preservation and community organizations to steward, manage, and better utilize their historic structures. Eligible applicants include Historically Black Churches with active and non-active congregations, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that are stewarding non-active historically Black church buildings reused and repurposed for community,
programmatic, and interpretive uses, and public agencies.
The program supports five project types: Capital Projects, Endowment and Financial Sustainability, Organizational Capacity, Programming and Interpretation, and Project Planning, and the maximum award amount varies depending on project type.
Jordan Fund - Grants For Organizations NEW!
Deadline: September 1, 2026
Award Amount/Ceiling: Unspecified amount
Description: The Jordan Fund provides grants to 501(c)(3) organizations that support children with substantial and permanent disabilities. Eligible organizations may request funding for programs, therapy, and adaptive equipment that improve the lives of children with disabilities.
Applicants must be recognized as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving this population. Grant
applications are reviewed annually, with submissions due by September 1. LEARN MORE
PRAYER FOR LEADERS
You’re always asked to stretch
a little bit more. And actually,
we’re made for that. In any case,
there’s absolutely no excuse for
making our passionate love for
the world dependent on what we
think of its degree of health or
whether we think it’s going to go
on forever. This moment, you’re
alive. You can just dial up the
magic of that at any time.”
Joanna Macy
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