Please apply for seed grants by filling out the following form and uploading the grant application form provided below.

Made to Breathe Seed Grant Application Form

Thank you for your interest in the Made to Breathe Seed Grants. Please complete the application below, providing detailed responses to each section. Applications will be evaluated based on the project’s alignment with the organization’s mission, its impact, sustainability, and potential to catalyze long-term change.

SECTION 1: Applicant Information

1. Applicant Name (Individual or Organization):

2. Primary Contact Name:

3. Contact Information: 

• Email:

• Phone Number:

4. Community or Region to Be Served:

SECTION 2: Project Overview

1. Project Title:

2. Project Summary (100-200 words):

3. Grant Amount Requested: 

• Grants typically range between $500 and $3000. If your project requires more funding, describe how alternate funding sources will support your project.

SECTION 3: Background and Context

Describe the situation or challenge your project will address. Include:

• The population you aim to serve (e.g., demographics, specific needs, challenges faced).

• The physical, emotional, and spiritual needs identified in the community.

• Any relevant data or evidence supporting your project’s importance.

(Max: 500 words)

SECTION 4: Project Objectives and Work Plan

Provide a detailed plan for implementing your project. Include:

1. Project Goals and Objectives:

2. Key Activities: 

• List of main activities, tasks, and milestones to be achieved.

3. Timeline: 

• Provide a timeline, broken down into phases or months, showing when each activity will be completed.

4. Project Team: 

• Describe the roles and responsibilities of the project team members.

(Max: 800 words)

SECTION 5: Budget and Resource Allocation

Provide a detailed budget for your project, including:

1. Expected Expenses: (Itemize your costs. Examples: supplies, personnel, transportation, training)

2. Funding Sources: 

• Indicate if you are pursuing other funding (e.g., matching funds, in-kind contributions).

3. Budget Narrative: 

• Explain how each expense contributes to your project’s success.

(Attach a separate budget spreadsheet if needed)

SECTION 6: Plan for Sustainability

Explain how your project will continue after the initial seed funding ends. Include:

1. Strategies for sustainability: 

• How will the project sustain its impact in the long term?

• Describe plans for leadership development, microenterprises, or community partnerships.

2. Plans for expanding or scaling the project:

3. Potential future funding sources:

(Max: 500 words)

SECTION 7: Faith and Mission Alignment

Describe how your project reflects a Christ-centered approach. Include:

• How faith influences the project’s mission and activities.

• Ways the project will promote healing and resilience in the community.

(Max: 300 words)

SECTION 8: Monitoring and Evaluation

Outline how you will measure the success of your project. Include:

1. Key Indicators of Success: 

• Examples: Number of people served, improved access to resources, increased leadership capacity.

2. Methods of Evaluation: 

• Surveys, interviews, focus groups, or other methods to assess impact.

3. Frequency of Monitoring: 

• How often will progress be reviewed?

(Max: 400 words)

SECTION 9: Attachments

Please attach the following, if applicable:

• Budget Spreadsheet

• Letters of Support (from community leaders, partners, or stakeholders)

• Organizational Documents (if applying as an organization)

SECTION 10: Declaration

I declare that the information provided in this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that incomplete applications may not be considered for funding.

Signature: ____________________________________________
Date: ________________________________________________

Instructions for Submission:
Submit your completed application and any attachments to the Made to Breathe secretary jstrysko@gmail.com. 

For questions, contact us at jstrysko@gmail.com

Recent Grant Recipients

Romania Fire Relief

Made to Breathe was able to donate to Greg and Robyn Hubbard and their ministry in Romania.  A very poor Romanian village, in which they partner with ministry to children, was devastated by fire the last week of March 2026, destroying 20 homes. Funds contributed went to local churches for distribution of clothing and basic needs for those families whose homes were destroyed by fire.

UKRAINIAN bible & CHAPLAINCY initiative

Made To Breathe recently awarded a grant for hospital chaplain training, ensuring that essential spiritual care is available to those impacted by the ongoing crisis in Russian occupied Ukraine. The initiatives provided by the grant recipients provided essential support for chaplains with the skills and knowledge necessary to minister to both soldiers and civilians in need of guidance, comfort, and emotional support.

Additionally, Made To Breathe has provided funding for digital Bibles, offering a crucial resource for spiritual nourishment in a time of great uncertainty. These digital resources make it easier for individuals to access the Word of God despite the challenges of the region, giving them a source of strength and hope.

Please view the video below for additional insight into the needs of the community that this grant recipient is serving.

Vietnam Maternal & Infant Health Initiatives

Made To Breathe recently awarded a grant for maternal and infant healthcare worker training initiatives, ensuring that obstetric teams and midwives in Vietnam have the training and resources to serve their community.