We strongly believe in our ministry being a force for good in our community, the lives of our members, and the world.
We take seriously the biblical mandate to share one another’s burdens and believe that all we do is a reflection of the Gospel.
Through this funding we hope to provide support to churches in our local community, working together to care for those in our communities going through hardship and experiencing need.
2026
August 11
Applications for funding open
October 1
Applications for funding close at 5pm ET
October
Application Review Committee gathers and reviews applications, select proposals are invited in for a presentation
End of October
Applicants are alerted
December 2027
Funds are distributed
2027
While the work may be hard, the application process is easy. Complete this form and tell us about your ministry, your goals, and how this grant funding can help. We want to know your story and the good that you’re doing in your community!
Applications for Sharing Hearts for the Church funding are open August 11 to October 1, 2026 for churches in the following counties in Ohio: Stark, Summit, Portage, Mahoning, Columbiana, Carroll, Tuscarawas, Holmes, and Wayne.
A committee will review and select applicants to speak at Liberty HealthShare about their ministry or initiative in person.
Grants will then be awarded based on demonstrated financial need and benefit to the church’s local community.
All dollars awarded are generated through grants and donations from community partners and are separate and distinct from member SharePower or normal operations of the Liberty HealthShare sharing ministry.
If you don't find your question below or you want to talk more about Sharing Hearts for the Church, grant eligibility, or the application process, you can always email the Sharing Hearts for the Church Coordinator, Joshua Grubbs, at sharinghearts@libertyhealthshare.org or call 855-585-4237 ext. 1969.
Sharing Hearts for the Church is a charitable initiative of Liberty HealthShare designed to support churches as they serve their communities and work to spread the Gospel. Through this program, eligible churches may apply for grant funding to support ministry efforts serving those in need in their communities.
Liberty HealthShare believes in supporting churches to be a force for good in their communities. Liberty HealthShare seeks to come alongside churches through Sharing Hearts for the Church to empower them as we all work together for the Kingdom of God.
All Christian churches in the below NE Ohio counties are eligible to apply for funding. Eligibility requirements are further outlined in this Eligibility Explanation PDF.
There is a total of $100,000 set aside for Sharing Hearts for the Church. Eligible churches may apply for one of 20 available grants in the amount of up to $5,000.
All programs or initiatives that seek to serve the needy in a church’s surrounding community are eligible for funding. Examples may include community service programs, food or clothing drives, and other projects that positively impact individuals and communities.
Applicants should be prepared to provide information about their church, the proposed project or initiative, anticipated impact, funding needs, and any other information requested during the application process.
Applications will be reviewed by a Review Committee and based on criteria such as: alignment with program objectives, potential community impact, feasibility, and overall strength of the proposal. Select written applications will be invited to the Liberty HealthShare offices to present a proposal to the Review Committee for final decisions.
Applicants will be notified after the review and selection process is complete. Specific notification and disbursement timelines can be found in the timeline above. More details on disbursement below.
Recipients will be required to report on the use and impact of grant funds in a one-page document within six months of the funds’ usage, or by the end of 2027 if that six-month range extends beyond the end of 2027 calendar year. Specific requirements will be communicated to selected organizations.
