Nebraska Synod ELCA

Supporting congregations and ministries as they walk with neighbors facing hunger—especially by offering healthier, more nourishing food.

About the Grants

“One Another” grants are available to congregations and synod ministries across the Nebraska Synod, ELCA, who are engaged in food or hunger ministries.

In this cycle, we especially encourage projects that improve the nutritional value of foods offered through your pantry or feeding ministry. In the U.S., over 40% of adults live with obesity, which increases the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, stroke, and some cancers. Your ministry can make a real difference by helping neighbors access and enjoy healthier foods.

Examples of eligible projects might include:

• Adding fresh produce from gardens or local growers
• Hosting on-site healthy cooking demonstrations and recipe tastings
• Leading grocery store tours that teach how to make healthier food choices
• Other creative ways to encourage healthy eating in your community

For ideas and resources, explore:

• ELCA World Hunger’s Feeding Ministries Guide
• County Health Rankings & Roadmaps
• Create Healthy Choices Pantry Toolkit

Grant Amount

We anticipate most grants will be $1,000.

Who Can Apply?

• Nebraska Synod ELCA congregations
• Nebraska Synod ministries
• Projects that involve community partners, ecumenical partners, or other congregations are welcome and encouraged.

What You’ll Be Asked in the Application

The brief application asks you to share:

• Basic information about your congregation or synod ministry
• Partner organizations involved in the project
• A short description of your current food or hunger ministry (up to 300 words)
• How you anticipate using the funds in your community (up to 300 words)
• Whether you will be promoting healthy food options, and if so, how (up to 300 words)
• Whether you’ve previously applied for an ELCA World Hunger or One Another grant

How to Apply

Please complete the 2026 “One Another” Grant Application and submit it by July 26, 2026.

Two Options for Submitting Your Grant Request:

OPTION 1:

Download this form

Fill it out and mail it in to:

Nebraska Synod, ELCA
ATTN: One Another Grant
6757 Newport Ave., #200
Omaha, NE 68152

Or email your application to: gretchen@nebraskasynod.org

OPTION 2: Fill out an online application here.

Deadline: Applications received after July 26, 2026 will not be considered.

Questions?

If you have questions about One Another grants or would like someone to speak about ELCA World Hunger, please contact:

Nebraska Synod Office
Phone: 404-583-4591
Email: gretchen@nebraskasynod.org

For questions specifically about this application, contact Gretchen at:
gretchen@nebraskasynod.org or 404-583-4591