Applications for
2012 Jubilee Ministry grants are now being accepted in two categories:
diocesan initiatives and health and nutrition. Jubilee Ministries are
congregations or agencies with connections to the Episcopal Church whose
mission work affect the lives of those in need, addressing basic human
needs and justice issues. Grants to Jubilee ministries are awarded
annually. All application forms are available here.
- Funding diocesan initiatives: due December 1; $1,000 grants to support Jubilee Ministry development plans of the local bishop and the appointed diocesan jubilee officer (dioceses can receive one grant).
- Health and nutrition: due December 1; $750 grants for Jubilee Ministries that respond to the nutritional needs of people living in "food deserts," defined as those communities in which residents have no easy access to fresh produce, and must rely on convenience stores or fast-food restaurants to provide their meals.
Guidelines, additional information, and applications are here. For more information contact Angeline Cabanban, acabanban@episcopalchurch.org.
