Ministry Grants
Ministry Grants are available to all Nebraska United Methodist churches and affiliated agencies of the Great Plains United Methodist Conference. These grants are available to enhance and expand church ministries. The ultimate goal of these awards is to provide assistance, both for new ministries and thriving ministries wishing to grow. These grants are not made for building repair, replacement, salaries, church operations or expansion.
Ministry Grant Guidelines & Application

New Start/New Faith Community Grants
New Start/New Faith Community Grant are available to Nebraska United Methodist churches and affiliated Nebraska agencies of the Great Plains United Methodist Conference to enhance and support new church development. Grant applicants should be aware that priority will be given to the following:  
A New Start that is recognized by Congregational Excellence as a New Start/New Faith Community. 
A New Start deemed to be of an outreach and beneficial nature to the larger community.
A New Start that is in collaboration with other United Methodist entities.
A New Start that has identified other sources of revenue. 
New Start New Faith Grant Guidelines & Application

Dean & Keitha Thomson Mission Grants
For individuals who are in need of financial assistance in order to participate on a mission trip. 
Mission trips may be located locally, nationally, or internationally with a focus on global health, including but not limited to medical needs, or disaster and recovery efforts. The mission trip work must be considered to be of a beneficial nature to the larger community and an integral part of a long-range plan for growth and outreach.
Dean & Keitha Thomson Mission Grant Guidelines & Application

Gifts from the Heart Mission Grants
For Nebraska United Methodist Churches who are planning mission trips within their congregation.
Mission trips provide an opportunity to serve Christ through hands-on ministry, to build meaningful relationships, and to grow in faith together. 
Gifts From The Heart Mission Grant Guidelines & Application

All grant applications must be submitted by March 31, 2026.