Proposals Now Being Accepted for 2006 International Development Grants

The Diocese of Iowa has established International Development Grants to fund economic development projects, setting aside at least 0.7% of the estimated net disposable diocesan income for this purpose. Grant proposals are now being accepted.

PHOTO: Lucy Mabuza presenting a check from the Diocese of Iowa to the Diocese of Swaziland's Mother's Union for their work with HIV/AIDS orphans. Swaziland has approx. 60,000 orphans, a number that is expected to double by 2010.

Criteria for Granting Funds

• Each proposal should outline the nature of the project and the partnering individual/organization in the developing country.
• Proposals should provide some history of the partner’s involvement in the development of activities.
• Proposals may come from—
  • a diocesan board or commission
  • a local Vestry/Bishop’s Committee
• Proposals for must be received by June 1, 2006
• Local proposals should include some local additional funding.
• Priority will be given to projects with a tie with the proposer.
• Proposals must demonstrate consistency with the following ethical guidelines:
  • Partnership – The economic relationship promotes mutuality of benefits
  • Respect – Local peoples and realities are valued
  • Empowerment – The economic relationship values mutuality of process
  • Oneness with Creation – Sensitivity to, and responsibility for, the environment
  • Distributive Justice – Economic impact of the relationship contributes to the well-being of a significant number of people; does not promote inequities
  • People-Centered Development – Beneficiaries set priorities and conditions. Maximum use is made of local resources; applied technologies are appropriate for the setting

For more information and an application form (PDF), click here.