The Foundation

Administered by the First Congregational Church of Madison Foundation, Inc

Applications open: January 15, 2024
Application deadline: March 1, 2024

The Seeds of Hope Social Justice Grants Committee welcomes proposals from organizations in Dane County for innovative programs and initiatives that advance social justice in ways consistent with the United Church of Christ’s missions. The grants are open to community-based organizations, neighborhood groups, cooperatives, nonprofits, faith groups, and others working to make Dane County’s communities just and equitable for all. Applications are especially encouraged from groups led by members of traditionally marginalized communities and groups which do not have access to other grantmaking programs. Priority will be given to collaborative projects that bridge racial, economic, or other social divides. Successful proposals will address pressing concerns in Dane County including, but not limited to:

• meeting basic material needs
• promoting equality for marginalized communities
• addressing disparities in health and healthcare
• advancing equity in education, disability rights, and more
• delivering environmental justice

The United Church of Christ is a progressive, Just Peace, Open & Affirming, Accessible to All denomination. For more about the United Church of Christ’s social justice missions, please visit www.ucc.org/justice.

501(c)(3) status is not required, but groups without 501(c)(3) status will need a partner organization to act as a fiscal partner.

Grants are for one year, and applicants may request up to $25,000. Grants are not available to individuals.

Proposals are due March 1, 2024. Download the Seeds of Hope 2024 grant application.

Please direct questions to seedsofhope@firstcongmadison.org.