Clergy, chaplains, church staff, religious, artists, writers, counselors, ministers; Employed in diverse ministry contexts in the United States and Canada; Not for tuition or degree-related projects (M.Div., D.Min., Ph.D.); Individuals may only apply for one LI grant/fellowship between June 1, 2025, and May 31, 2026; Ineligible: Seminary staff/faculty/students, Advisory Board members, Lilly Endowment-funded grants totaling >$55,000
Requirements
Application elements submitted online; Detailed budget required; Affirmation from colleagues and community; Team applications possible (up to 3 people); Attending PSP Consultation in January 2026 is a requirement
Application materials
Project description; Detailed budget; Letters of recommendation (due August 20, 2025)
How to apply
Apply online via www.louisville-institute.org; Submit all application elements through the online portal; Team applications require a designated project director
Important dates
Application Deadline: August 15, 2025; Letters of Recommendation Due: August 20, 2025; Awards Announced: November 2025; PSP Consultation: January 2026; Project Timeframe: January 1, 2026–June 30, 2027
Contact
grants@louisville-institute.org
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