Creation Care Commission 2026 Grant
Due by May 24, 2026
What is this Grant?
Offered by the Commission on Creation Care
Up to $1,000 per congregation
Is your congregation ready to take the next step in caring for God’s creation? The Commission on Creation Care invites Episcopal parishes in Wisconsin to apply for grants of up to $1,000 to support local sustainability and creation care education efforts. Download the Grant Information Packet for more information.
Please complete the application and email it to creationcare@diowis.org by May 24th. We are asking you to attend 1 of the 3 on-line presentations to help you complete the application form. If you cannot attend one of these presentations, please contact us for other options.
This year’s priority:
Energy Audits and Action Plans
We encourage congregations to complete an energy audit or survey through Focus on Energy and take steps to implement the recommendations—an impactful first step in reducing your church’s carbon footprint.
Apply Now:
Make a difference in your parish and our planet. Download the Application form below, complete the form, and then email your completed application to creationcare@diowis.org.
🗓 Deadline: Applications due May 24th— don’t wait!
Eligible Project Categories:
All projects should fit into one or more of these categories.
Building and Grounds
Working toward alternative energy sources, for example, energy audits; cleaning water and air, using non-toxic cleaning supplies; and creating habitats for pollinators and our non-human neighbors.
Worship
Developing or curating resources for homilies, liturgy, or Sunday School focused on Creation Care
Education
Leading Bible-based studies on Creation Care. Launching or supporting parish Creation Care committees
Advocacy
Building partnerships with local, regional, or national environmental organizations.
Accountability
Setting goals and measuring the results of our efforts, including our investments.
TIMELINE
2026 Creation Care Grant Timeline
Applications available now
Application deadline: May 24, 2026
You will receive confirmation when your application is submitted
Award decisions announced: June 1, 2026
Mentor assigned by: June 5, 2026
Your mentor will be your primary point of contact with the Commission and will support you throughout the grant process
Funds disbursed: After June 10, 2026
Funds will be sent to your parish treasurer once all application materials are complete
REQUIREMENTS
Reporting Requirements
Midpoint Grant Report due: September 1, 2026
Includes participation in a required Zoom information session (August 2026)
Final Grant Report due: Upon project completion or by December 1, 2026
Please include photos and/or video
Materials may be shared on the Commission’s website, social media, and across the Episcopal Church