Grants 101 Workshop: Funding Your Ministry Vision
Do you have a ministry idea that could transform your community — but aren’t sure how to fund it? Wondering if grants could help sustain your church’s mission?
Foundation Grants Coordinator Britney Winn Lee will lead a free
one-hour webinar designed specifically for Louisiana Methodist
church leaders who want to explore grant opportunities.
What You’ll Learn:
Grant Basics: What they are, how they work and common misconceptions
Key components of a strong grant application
How to avoid mistakes that sink proposals
Real-world insights from clergy who’ve successfully secured grant funding
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
12 noon - 1:00 p.m.
Online via Zoom
Cost: FREE
Who Should Attend:
Pastors, church administrators, ministry leaders and anyone curious about funding creative ministry
Rev. Kelly Berne
PLUS—Hear from two UMC clergy
who are doing this work!
Rev. Kelly Berne, Rev. Kelly Berne is the Lead Pastor of Asbury United Methodist Church in Bossier City. She holds a Master of Divinity and a Master of Science in Nonprofit Administration, combining theological leadership with practical expertise in nonprofit management. Over the past two years, she has helped local nonprofits secure more than $100,000 in grant funding, equipping organizations to expand their impact and sustainability.
Emily Carroll is the current pastor of Asbury and St. Matthew United Methodist churches in New Orleans. She holds a B.S. from Cal State East Bay in Business Admin/Finance and a Master of Divinity from The Interdenominational Theological Center in Atlanta. Rev. Carroll is a nationally recognized voice at the intersection of faith, environmental resilience and justice for marginalized communities.
Rev. Emily Carroll