EPA Congregational Development Grant applications will be accepted annually from August 15 to September 30. If you’ve already logging in to complete church conference reports, you can access the application by logging into Brick River. Once there, you’ll see the grant form(s) on the left under the church’s navigation menu. If you haven’t logged in to create an account yet, here is an instructional video explaining how to create your Brick River login: watch instruction video here.
The United Methodists of Eastern Pennsylvania is committed to resourcing and supporting congregations and transformational leaders to assess and improve their pathways for disciples to know, grow in, live and share the life of Jesus every day, so that we increase the number of new disciples and vital congregations.
EPA provides development grants to leaders and congregations that:
- Encourage innovative ministry that connects with people in the community.
- Develop lay and clergy leadership for making disciples and transforming the world.
- Maximize vital congregations.
2026 Grant Writing Workshop - Sept. 8, 2026, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Join Rev. Noé Gabriel López, Director of Social Impact and Belonging, and Diana Picurro, Connectional Ministries Manager, for a practical, step-by-step workshop designed to help you navigate the entire grant process.
We’ll walk through the new Brick River Data System, review the grant application, and guide you through each step of the process— from application to submission.
Come learn, ask questions, and get ready to apply!
Contact Us
Diana Picurro
Connectional Ministries Manager
732-359-1064
dpicurro@epagnj.org