Self Development of People
Makes decisions on validating and funding proposals in accordance with the criteria and guidelines of the National Committee on Self-Development of People to empower poor, oppressed and disadvantaged people, seeking to change the structures that perpetuate poverty, oppression and injustice. Members are Presbyterian and non-Presbyterian and are chosen based on interest in program and commitment to consistent work during the funding cycle (not selected by Nominating Committee). Minimum of five members.
The 2026 Funding Cycle Has Begun!
Are you a member of a group of low-income people who are looking for money to help support a project that will improve your lives and your community?
This is a UNIQUE grant opportunity. YOU and YOUR TEAM of at least 5 people have to explain how YOU and YOUR TEAM members will benefit from the money this grant provides. YOU and YOUR TEAM must share equally in decision making.
An info session & action clinic to support you and your application will be held Saturday, July 11 beginning at 10:30am.
Get an explanation of the grant process and pick up materials to help you get started writing your grant. The action clinic is time to help you with your grant application. This grant is different from many because YOU and your team of at least 5 people must share equally in the decision making AND your team must also benefit from your project.
Get more information and sign up using the form on this page. The application is on line. You don’t have to be Presbyterian or affiliated with any church to qualify.
Click here for the application.
The grant application deadline is Sunday, September 13.
Feel free to call if you have any questions:
Cindy Dugan - (815) 758- 1563 or dugancindy@hotmail.com
Cleveland Public Library
Addison Branch
6901 Superior Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44103
Sign up for the info session on
July 11 at 10:30am!
Members
Moderator: The Rev. Francis Miller
Cindy Dugan
Pat Norton
Patsy Orosz
Elle Adams
Cheryl Williams
Abraham Roos