Grant Applications

Grant applications are due March 15th, June 15th, September 15th, and December 15th. Applications can be submitted at any time. Applications received after the stated due dates will be considered at the next quarterly board meeting.

Applicants will be informed of the decision of the Bethlehem Foundation board of directors after the quarterly board meetings held in the last week of January, April, July and October. Call 612.208.6447 with questions.

Choose the one that best suits your role and situation. The links below will bring you to a unique grant application online page/form.

For BLCTC Staff & Leadership Enrichment, BLCTC Program, or BLCTC Facilities Care: Bethlehem & Spirit Garage Staff and Groups

For Nonprofit Organizations, with a connection to BLCTC and a sponsor who is a member or associate member of BLCTC.

For Bethlehem members seeking a graduate degree at a seminary, related to ministry in the church. These grant applications are due June 15th for new students and June 15th for returning students for the next academic calendar (typically September - May). Inquiries at other times may also be considered.

Scholarships for students attending a
Lutheran affiliated college or university

Members of Bethlehem Lutheran Church Twin Cities who have been accepted at a Lutheran Affiliated College or University as a first year or continuing student are eligible for a scholarship. You must be a full-time student. The funds are provided by a family who values education of this kind.

In the 2025-26 academic year, the scholarship amount was $2,000/student. The scholarship is distributed in two installments - in August and December - and sent directly to your student account at the institution.

Applications for 2026-2027 will be due August 1, 2026. The online application forms for continuing students and new students will be posted here in the 2nd quarter of 2026.