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Trustees of Diocesan Funds

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/trustees-of-diocesan-funds/

The Trustees of Diocesan Funds manage financial and real estate assets for the benefit of congregations, missions, the diocese and the bishop.

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Grants through the Diocese of Maine

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/grants-in-dio-maine/

The Grants Committee of Diocesan Council was restructured in 2022 in order to better shepherd the various grant funds available in the diocese. Since then, the committee continues to look at each grant and assess...

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Wolf Fund Grants

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/wolf-fund-grants/

The Frederick S. Wolf Fund for Enablement and Education for Lay Ministry was established by unanimous approval at the 166th Diocesan Convention as a means of acknowledging the emphasis placed by Bishop Wolf on active and informed laity.

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Lovett Fund Grants

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/lovett-fund-grants/

Lovett Fund Grants are to be used on the maintenance and improvement of mission churches.

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Loring Fund Grants

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/loring-fund/

The Loring Fund is designed to benefit congregations by supporting clergy in the Diocese of Maine. This support is made possible by providing funds for continuing education and sabbatical programs which enhance a clergy person's preaching, pastoral care, counseling, and leadership roles.

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Special Commission to Study Diocesan Investments in 2024

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/special-commission-2024/

Convention adopted the resolution below (and here) regarding the investment of diocesan funds which asks the bishop to form a special commission to discuss the resolution, the ‘call to action’ attached to the resolution, and...

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New Initiative Fund Grants

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/new-initiative-fund-grants/

The New Initiative Fund grant process is for congregations and program groups in the Episcopal Diocese of Maine to request funding for new ministries and efforts, to expand existing ministries in new directions, or to...

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Domestic and International Poverty Grants

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/domestic-and-international-poverty-grants/

The Grants Committee welcomes proposals for Domestic and International Poverty Grants. To apply for funding, please submit a letter to the Grants Committee outlining your proposal. Beginning in 2024, proposals will be considered for funding...

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Socially Responsible Investing with Our Trustees

https://episcopalmaine.org/event/social-responsible-investing-with-our-trustees/

Wednesday, October 19 3:30 – 4:15 p.m. ET The Trustees of Diocesan Funds are hosting a virtual gathering to share their approach to socially responsible investing (ESG – Environmental, Social, Governance) within the context of their...

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United Thank Offering (UTO)

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/uto/

United Thank Offering (UTO) The United Thank Offering is a ministry of the Episcopal Church that encourages the personal spiritual practice of gratitude in support of the mission of the whole church. UTO encourages people...