The United Methodist Foundation of West Ohio will begin the Vacation Bible School Mini Grant Application process on Sunday, February 1. These grants are possible through an endowment created in 2017 by Ketha Robins.
This year, grants of $250-$1000 will be awarded to VBS programs for curriculum materials, supplies, staff costs, or other expenses related to the production of vacation Bible school programs in West Ohio churches. Special consideration will be given to those serving rural and underserved communities.
Ketha Robins started the endowment with the UMFWO in 2017 to honor her family's tradition of love and support for vacation Bible school. Since that time, more than 41 mini-grants have been awarded to churches throughout West Ohio.
The UMFWO will host a virtual seminar on Tuesday, February 24, at 2:00 PM via Zoom focused on how to submit a competitive VBS grant application.
To learn more about the VBS mini-grants, including access to the Zoom link and application link, please click here: 2026 VBS Mini-Grants.
Grant applications are due on Sunday, March 15th.
For more information about the Foundation’s new grant program, please click here: 2026 UMFWO Grant Program. For all questions, please contact Maddy DeWitt at 380-223-9229 or mdewitt@wocumc.org.