CCSW FUNDING OPPORTUNITY

Reconciliation
Grant.

Supporting Disciples congregations and ministries working to confront racism, foster healing, build bridges, and create meaningful change in their communities.

OUR CALL

“So, if anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation: everything old has passed away; see, everything has become new! All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ, and has given us the ministry of reconciliation.”

(2 Corinthians 5:16–18)

START HERE

Grant at a Glance

The CCSW Reconciliation Grant empowers churches and ministries to live out Christ’s call to justice by supporting projects that confront racism, foster healing, and build bridges in communities across Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma.

Each year, through the generosity of the Reconciliation Offering, we fund grassroots initiatives that address racial injustice, nurture anti-racist leadership, and deepen community impact.

Mission & Vision

We are committed to becoming a Pro-Reconciling / Anti-Racist Church. Through funding, education, and advocacy, we:

  • Equip congregations to dismantle racism.

  • Steward grant funds with integrity and transparency.

  • Promote transformative projects led by Disciples ministries.

WHAT WE FUND

Justice.
Healing.
Action.

We support projects that move beyond conversation alone and help congregations and communities participate in the work of reconciliation.

01
Facilitate honest conversations about racism.
02
Build connections across racial and cultural lines.
03
Address systemic causes of racial injustice.
04
Change minds and hearts through shared experience.
05
Creatively respond to social problems within your community.

BEFORE YOU APPLY

Is this grant
right for you?

Start with eligibility and project fit. Collaboration with other churches, nonprofits, and community agencies is strongly encouraged.

WHO CAN APPLY
You may be eligible if...
✓
You are a Disciples congregation or recognized ministry partner.
✓
You have contributed to a justice-related special offering.
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Collaboration with other churches, nonprofits, or community agencies is strongly encouraged.
NOT FUNDED
This grant does not support...
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Duplicate community services
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Salaries for unrelated staff positions
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Capital projects such as buildings or large equipment
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Non-Disciples congregations or unaffiliated organizations
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Projects outside the United States and Canada

WHERE THE MONEY GOES

Fund
Distribution

Reconciliation Offering funds support programming, two annual grant cycles, and emergency or advocacy work.

25%

PRAR Programming (trainings, retreats, etc.)

25%

Fall Grants

25%

Spring Grants

25%

Emergency/Advocacy

PLAN AHEAD

Important Dates

CCSW currently offers spring and fall Reconciliation Grant cycles.

Spring
2026 CYCLE
DEADLINE
May 6, 2026
DECISION
May 20, 2026
ANNOUNCEMENT
June Regional Council Meeting
Fall
2026 CYCLE
DEADLINE
October 14, 2026
DECISION
October 28, 2026
ANNOUNCEMENT
November Regional Council Meeting

AFTER YOU RECEIVE A GRANT

Tell the story
of your impact.

REPORTING
Submit a video report.
Grant recipients must submit a video report within six months of project completion.
WHAT TO INCLUDE
Show us what happened.
Reports may include photos, media coverage, project outcomes, and other material that helps tell the story of the ministry.
IMPORTANT
Reporting affects future eligibility.
Failure to submit the required report results in one year of ineligibility for funding.
READY TO APPLY?
Turn an idea
into action.
Review the complete grant criteria and application requirements. When you're ready, submit your application online for consideration by the Reconciliation Committee.