Herzog Foundation Launches $10,000 Christian Ministry Fund

Smithville, MO (August 5, 2021) – The Herzog Foundation is announcing a new Christian Ministry Fund to provide relief to Christian ministers or mentors who are facing economic hardship.

The following are examples of incidents creating economic hardship for which a Christian minister or mentor may apply for financial assistance:

• Loss of job for head of household in the last 24 months due to circumstances outside of the person’s control.
• Death of an employee or an employee’s immediate family member resulting in financial hardship.
• Other personal financial hardships caused by catastrophe including, but not limited to, hardships due to catastrophic medical expenses, illness, accident, or violent crime.

Those ministers and mentors who would like to apply to the fund may do so by visiting HerzogFoundation.com/christian-ministry-fund. Eligible applicants must have a yearly income of $60,000 or less, and grants will be capped at $2,500 per individual.

“As a former pastor, I know how difficult it can be to continue ministering to those in need when an unexpected tragedy strikes,” said Herzog Foundation President Rev. Darrell Jones. “The Herzog Foundation stands ready to assist and support selfless servants of God who need help getting back on their feet.”