We’re excited for you to take the next step in making meaning together!
Now that you have completed Step One of the application process, your team will have until the end of September to complete Step Two.
This includes a Listening with Children session, doing a Pre-Assessment Survey with your team,
and answering questions about your project vision, how it aligns with your church’s mission, and determining your budget.
Click on the video below for guidance through the Step Two process.
Click on the links below for the documents and resources
When all the above is complete, click here to submit your application by September 30th.
If you have questions, please contact Laura Schwarcz, our Project Coordinator, at info@makingmeaningtogether.org,
or attend our office hours or grant writing workshop. Details below.
Hosting a Listening with Children Session
A vital part of this process is hosting a Listening with Children session. Click here for the Leader Guide.
Please watch the video below for a deeper understanding of the methodology and process.
Meet for Office Hours
You're invited to join us for Open Office Hours throughout the summer!
Each session offers a one-hour window where you can drop in for support with your Step Two application process—from listening sessions with children to project planning and budget questions.
Feel free to come and go as your schedule allows. If you're unable to attend any of the scheduled dates, don't hesitate to reach out to us at info@makingmeaningtogether.org.
Thursday July 10th at 12:00 pm/1:00 pm EST
Wednesday July 23rd 10:00 am CST/11:00 am EST,
and 6:30pm CST/7:30 PM EST
Wednesday August 6th 11:00 am CST/12:00 pm EST
Tuesday August 19th 12:00 pm/1:00 pm EST
and 6:30pm CST/ 7:30 pm EST
Wednesday September 3rd 11:00 am CST/ 2:00 pm EST
Grant Writing Workshop
Lisa Batten from Connectional Ministry at the Michigan Conference, along with the MMT team, hosted a comprehensive webinar on grant writing. You can view the recording below.
In the first hour, Lisa walked through the key components of writing a successful grant—covering purpose, audience, budgeting, and more. In the second half we focused specifically on the MMT grant, offering tailored guidance and insights.
We encourage your team to watch the recordings (Part One and Part Two) for insights on planning for and writing your grant proposal.