Black Church Equality Fellowship

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Black Church Equality Fellowship 〰️

Program Overview

The BCEF is a distinguished nationwide leadership development program for Black faith leaders committed to advancing congregation-based programmatic initiatives that promote LGBTQ+ inclusion. Selected Black faith-leaders will receive a $4,000 grant, 1-on-1 consulting support, ongoing learning opportunities, and one all-expenses-paid trip for Cohort Convening Celebration. At the end of the fellowship, participants will be equipped to act as bridge-builders and faith-based social justice advocates in their church and their communities.

  • 9-month Grant Cycle (March 2025 - November 2025)

  • $4,000 Programmatic and Implementation Grant

  • One All-expenses-paid trip for mandatory Cohort Convening Celebration (October 2025)

  • Virtual Learning Modules in April, May, July, August, September

  • All Black Christian Congregations in the United States are eligible to apply.

Program Details

FAQs

  • If your congregation comprised of primarily African-Americans or the majority of congregational leadership is Black, we invite you to apply!

  • Yes! We welcome allies and the members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply.

  • Absolutely! If senior leaders in your church supports your project, we invite you to apply. We will provide you with the skills and tools to have LGBTQ+ affirming conversations across lines of difference.

  • No. Grantees will apply through their local church. No grants funds or checks will be addressed to individuals.

  • We are eager to be in conversation with you. Please contact our intern, Morganne Talley, at fellows@prideinthepews.com.

“The Black Church Equality Fellowship is a premier leadership development program for Black faith leaders advancing LGBTQ+ inclusion in their local congregational context.” - Rev. Don Abram, Founder/Executive Director of Pride in the Pews