Ministry Stories

Lutheran Ministry Foundation's mission is to "assist Lutherans in spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ." In fulfilling that mission, LMF has reviewed hundreds of grant applications requesting in excess of $3,400,000. The applications which have been approved have resulted in awards of $250 to $75,000 being made to a variety of ministries to help spread the Gospel.

Below are a few examples of the types of ministries which LMF has been blessed to provide grant awards.

Education Grant Award

LMF awarded $15,000 to Trinity Lutheran Church of Fremont, Nebraska, to establish a special education program at the elementary school operated by Trinity. The program is among the first of its kind in Lutheran elementary schools in the United States.

Capital Project Grant Award

LMF awarded $15,000 to Orphan Grain Train of Norfolk, Nebraska, a world relief ministry, to assist with the construction of a new facility to house the ministry offices and a volunteer center.

Ministry Grant Award

LMF awarded $13,500 to Divine Shepherd Lutheran Church of Omaha, Nebraska, to provide partial funding for its evangelism outreach program, during which membership grew by 10 percent, Sunday School enrollment rose by 60 percent, and average worship attendance increased by 12 percent.

Startup Grant Award

LMF awarded a $14,000 grant to Camp Luther of Schuyler, Nebraska, to provide initial funding for a part-time Development Director. The position was created by Camp Luther to increase awareness of its ministry and programs.