Major Gifts is responsible for helping the church perform significant outreach projects in the community and world.  We have an annual allocation of $30,000 - $100,000 which we distribute in large grants, preferably of $5000 or more.  We work together with the other focus groups in the church to collect applications from agencies and projects seeking financial support.

The group uses a decision criteria and screening process to help us prioritize among the many applications. We consider each organization's project as to its ability to:

•    Create sustainable change
•    Have a clear vision with specific goals
•    Have potential for congregational involvement
•    Meet an immediate need
•    Have demonstrable results
•    Be cost-effective in use of resources
•    Have a clear plan to measure success
•    Be from an organization that has a history with St. Luke

These criteria are not the only basis for selection, but they are the main considerations in our prioritization.  

The Major Gifts Focus Group welcomes new members who have expertise or a passion for looking at outside projects for potential funding. 

Next Meeting: We meet seasonally, usually in spring for 3-4 meetings, to collect, review, and allocate funds for the year.    

Contact Person: Chuck Heuser

 2012 Grant Application

For 2012 grant applications, please note: This year the Major Gifts Focus Group will consider funding one to three grants. This is a change from the ten grants we have been able to fund in the past. The due date for submitting an application is April 2, 2012. The applications should be submitted to the church office, attn. Major Gifts and may be in either printed or electronic format ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ).