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Presbytery of Chicago – Small Church Program

Assessment, leadership training, discernment

Amount

$10,000 plus free assessment and training

Deadline

Due May 1, 2027

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Program details

Amount: $10,000 plus free assessment and training
Deadline: Annually by May 1 (May 1, 2027)
Who can apply: Presbytery of Chicago small churches without full-time pastors
Region: Illinois
Eligible uses: Assessment, leadership training, discernment
Funder type: Denominational grant

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