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Timothy Willard
Timothy Willard is the author of the newly released Home Behind the Sun: Connect with God in the Brilliance of the Everyday (Thomas Nelson). He has developed content for organizations such as Q Ideas, Catalyst Conference, The John C. Maxwell Company and Leadercast. He serves as the spiritual director for praxis and is a Ph.D. candidate at King’s College London, where he is studying beauty within the works of C.S. Lewis. He lives in Oxford, England, with his wife and three daughters. Follow Tim’s writing at http://www.timothywillard.com.
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. Learn more about the guidelines for submitting concept papers at the Serving Neighbors webpage. The Endowment will also host virtual information sessions on November 2 and November 3.
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