Ministry Exploration and Mentoring Project Grants
FTE’s grant funds projects by church leaders to mentor young adults in vocational exploration and innovative approaches to Christian ministry.
Funder: Forum for Theological Exploration
Due Dates: November 2, 2026
Funding Amounts: $2,000 per project; project duration up to 11 months
Summary: Supports church leaders mentoring young adults through innovative projects that deepen vocational exploration and engagement with Christian ministry.
Key Information: Applicants must be ministry professionals or church leaders in the US or Canada.
Description
This grant program, administered by the Forum for Theological Exploration (FTE), is designed to empower church and faith leaders to mentor young adults as they explore ministry as a vocation. Recipients design and implement projects that foster vocational discernment, deepen young adults’ sense of call, and cultivate innovative approaches to ministry. The initiative aims to expand young adults’ understanding of possible roles within the church, facilitate meaningful mentoring relationships, and provide hands-on ministry experiences.
