Students! Ask Your Congregation

 to Partner with MLC

to Lower Your Tuition!

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WHAT IS THE CONGREGATIONAL PARTNER GRANT PROGRAM (CPGP)?

The Congregational Partner Grant Program (CPGP) helps congregations support their students preparing for public ministry—while doubling the impact of their gift.

WHY IT MATTERS

  • Congregations commit a gift to their student’s tuition
  • MLC matches the gift dollar for dollar – up to $1,750 a student
  • The student receives up to $3,500 toward tuition

One gift. Twice the impact. A lasting investment in ministry.

Congregations support your students. Multiply your impact. Help prepare future ministry leaders.

“It’s been a huge blessing to know that my church family is supporting me in my efforts here.”

Read How CPGP Made a “HUGE” Difference in Josh Aden’s Life

2026-2027 Congregation Application Form

HOW IT WORKS

  1. Congregations complete the Congregational Partner Grant Application
  2. Congregations mail the form with their donation to MLC (not to the students)

DEADLINES – must be postmarked by:

  • July 15, 2026 (full-year students)
  • December 15, 2026 (second-semester admits)

Late submissions will still be credited to the student but will not be matched.

KEY DETAILS (Quick Reference)

WHO QUALIFIES

  • Students must be members of the congregation sending in the gift
  • Students must be enrolled in MLC’s undergraduate or seminary certification program

DONATION GUIDELINES

  • Funds may come from the church budget, endowments, or designated gifts
  • Students and families may not give to designated funds for personal tax benefit
  • Donations must be in whole dollar amounts

HOW FUNDS ARE APPLIED

  • Congregation’s gift → Fall semester
  • MLC match → Spring semester
  • If a student withdraws before completing 60% of the fall semester, the gift will be returned to the congregation

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