# Lilly Endowment Thriving Congregations Initiative

Grants to help Christian congregations gather, study scripture, pray, and discern how to thrive in changing contexts. Awarded to intermediary organizations that work with networks of congregations.

Canonical page: https://grantsonar.com/grants/opportunity/lilly-endowment-thriving-congregations-initiative-ec73bdbb-7974-4fde-9994-af8c64a174cc
Source: foundation_lilly
Source ID: foundation_lilly_Lilly_Endowment_Thriving_Congregations_Initiative
Last confirmed Aug 29, 2026 · Foundation
Deadline: not listed
Award size: $250K to $1.0M

## Answer-first Q&A

### Who is eligible for Lilly Endowment Thriving Congregations Initiative?

Lilly Endowment Thriving Congregations Initiative eligibility includes Faith-Based, Religious Organizations, Congregations, Nonprofits and 501(c)(3). Geographic eligibility is national or notice-specific geography; applicants should confirm the source notice before applying.

### What is the deadline for Lilly Endowment Thriving Congregations Initiative?

Lilly Endowment Thriving Congregations Initiative has a listed deadline of not listed. Grant deadlines can change, so verify the current date with Lilly Endowment Inc. before submitting.

### How much funding is available for Lilly Endowment Thriving Congregations Initiative?

Lilly Endowment Thriving Congregations Initiative lists an award size of $250K to $1.0M. Award ranges and total program funding are reported from the source metadata when available.

### Who funds Lilly Endowment Thriving Congregations Initiative?

Lilly Endowment Thriving Congregations Initiative is funded by Lilly Endowment Inc.. GrantSonar tracks the notice with source ID foundation_lilly_Lilly_Endowment_Thriving_Congregations_Initiative from foundation_lilly.