In Praise and Care of Creation:
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Mini-Grant ProgramMini-grants up to $500 will be offered the West Virginia faith and community groups (groups must include partipants under 18). Each awardee will be required to complete a climate action project as well as provide a short project presentation during a virtual spring event.
Grant ApplicationTo submit your grant application click here.
Frequently Asked QuestionsCan I register if I am not part of a youth group?
Yes, the mini-grants are for both youth groups as well as intergenerational groups as long as there are participants that are under 18. What kind of project does my group need to do? The sky is the limit. We want you to use your creativity to come up with a great project. Do we need to do a video as part of our project? A video or other type of presentation (e..g, audio, slide show) is needed. Anything that can help tell the story of your project. Do we need to do a video as part of our project? A video or other type of presentation (e..g, audio, slide show) is needed. Anything that can help tell the story of your project. What type of faith communities are eligible to participate? We welcome all faiths to participate. |
Concluding Roundtable A concluding roundtable and video showcase will be held in 2023. This concluding roundtable will feature the perspectives, insights and lessons learned from groups participating in the mini-grant program.
What is the deadline for application for the mini-grants?
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. When will we know if we are receiving a mini-grant? Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted and decisions will be made within 2-3 weeks of submission. When does our project have to be completed? May 1, 2023 How will the videos or presentations be used? We will showcase all of the videos and presentations during a follow up virtual gathering. What if our group needs suggestions or assistance finding resources for project design? Help is available! Just let us know by reaching out to: [email protected] |
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Sponsored by: West Virginia Council of Churches, West Virginia Interfaith Power & Light, Community Lutheran Partners and the National Religious Partnership for the Environment
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