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Brian Harrington
Founder, Faithful Justice
Brian Harrington is the founder of Faithful Justice, a nonprofit organization seeking to encourage people of faith, especially white Christians, to strive for racial justice. He previously served as a pastor in North Carolina and Virginia and completed his doctor of ministry degree at the Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, with an emphasis on mainline pastors and their ministry of anti-racism. He has also taught courses at Louisville Seminary and Georgetown College.
Lilly Endowment Inc. announces Serving Neighbors Initiative
Lilly Endowment Inc. invites eligible charitable organizations to submit concept papers for its Serving Neighbors Through Congregational Collaborations Initiative. The initiative supports efforts to help Christian congregations and local charitable organizations build relationships, identify community priorities, and design lasting collaborations that improve life for individuals and families. Projects might address housing instability, youth opportunities, parks and outdoor recreation, mental health, or other locally identified needs.
Approximately 60 charitable organizations with promising concept papers may receive planning grants of up to $50,000. Those selected may then apply for implementation grants of up to $5 million to carry out their programs.
Concept papers are due by January 19, 2027.
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