Palmer Grants

A Short  History of the Grant

Virginia and Gordon Palmer created a permanent endowment, establishing The Virginia and Gordon Palmer Trust of the American Baptist Foundation (VGPTABF) in 1999. ABF partners with our supported Members, ABHMS, IM and MRC promote various grant cycles throughout the year. Please check this page for regular updates.

2026 Palmer Grant: ABHMS Cycle

The theme, amount, and deadline are as follows:

Theme: “A New Kingdon: Reimagining the Role of the Church” Luke 4:18-19 (NIV)

Amount: $5,000 - $15,000 and an additional $1000 can be added to the award for travel and lodging to attend the Palmer Grant Converge Conference in PA

Deadline: July 15th at 11:59 pm Eastern

For more information and to apply for the current grant cycle click here: https://abfpalmer.grantplatform.com/