Letter from the President/CEO

October 2011

Dear Friends:

Thank you for visiting Lutheran Foundation of St. Louis’ website. We hope you find the content both informative and inspiring. 

Our vision is to see the Church brought into the lives of hurting people and people included in the healing life of the Church. We accomplish this by providing financial support (grants) to area congregations and organizations that, in turn, provide the skill, expertise, and care needed to improve the care of people in the St. Louis metropolitan region. Lutheran Foundation of St. Louis, through our grant support, acts as a conduit for Christians to model Christ’s servant leadership, thereby creating a healthier community attuned to mind, body, and soul.

In 2009, the Foundation launched a new strategic funding plan to guide our efforts over five years. The plan reflects the Board’s desire to strategically focus our resources to address critical community needs. We have learned much during this time and appreciate the partnerships we have developed with our grantees and other community organizations.

I am pleased to announce two new changes at the Foundation:

  • The number of annual grant cycles
  • Revised Grant Application


First, the Foundation has moved from three to two grant cycles annually.  The Foundation's Board of Directors believes this change will allow us to establish stronger relationships with existing and potential grantees. CLICK HERE to learn about our new application deadlines.

Second, Lutheran Foundation is one of several area foundations now using the new Missouri Common Grant Application which allows grantmakers and grantseekers to work from a common set of questions that reinforce solid nonprofit practices.  Please note that Lutheran Foundation has modified the Application to include additional questions of interest to our organization.  CLICK HERE to download the new Application.

Existing grantees should note that small modifications have been made to our grantee reporting forms.  Please be sure to use these new forms when submitting future reports.  CLICK HERE to download the new forms.

I encourage you to read about each funding focus area and review the new Grant Application. If you feel your congregation or organization addresses the issues identified, please contact us and schedule a time to meet. We welcome the opportunity to learn about your efforts and explore ways in which we can partner to positively impact the lives of hurting people in our community.

Faithfully,

Ann L. Vazquez
President/CEO