Funding Opportunities
2025 Featured New Grant
Making Sacred Spaces Safe for Everyone: Sacred Space Safe Access Grant
ECS-NJ and the Diocese of New Jersey, with the support of Diocesan Council, are providing grants up to $2500 per congregation for ministries and congregations that are currently serving or have the capacity to serve vulnerable communities that are facing safety concerns due to an increase in targeted fear and intimidation. Through this joint and mutual initiative, ECS-NJ and the Diocese of New Jersey seek to respond to current needs by helping to empower congregations to create secure and welcoming environments where individuals can access worship, food pantries, and other essential services with dignity and peace of mind.
Priority will be given to applications submitted by June 15, 2025. After which, grants will be awarded on a rolling basis until funds run out.
General Grant Resources
Our Focus Areas
Our grants are designed to expand existing compassion and justice ministries of congregations and make new ones possible.
Grant Stories
These compelling stories from our grantees highlight the drive to meet essential human needs—such as food and shelter—while passionately fighting against social and racial injustice.