Kaleo Project: Finding Certainty in God’s Calling

The Kaleo Project responds to an urgent crisis: Reformed and Presbyterian churches face a critical shortage of pastors, with more ministers retiring than entering ministry.

This five-year initiative addresses the pastoral shortage by helping young adults discern their calling and equipping churches to identify future ministers. Kaleo is Greek for "I call" and reflects our Reformed understanding that God sovereignly calls, the church confirms, and individuals respond.

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Discerning God’s Call Starts with One Step.

Whether you're considering seminary, or you're already studying and ready to explore where God's calling you to serve—the Kaleo Exploration Grant covers your travel costs because financial barriers shouldn't stand between you and clarity about your calling.

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Kaleo Vocational Grants

We understand that the cost of a flight and hotel stay shouldn't determine whether you can explore God's calling on your life, we want to remove financial barriers that might stand between wondering and knowing.

That's why The Kaleo Project provides up to $500 in reimbursement to help you take the next significant step in discerning your call to vocational ministry.

Prospective Students

  • Designed for college juniors, seniors, and graduates exploring the Master of Divinity

  • Use grant for: Visiting an RTS campus to explore seminary preparation through sitting in on classes, meeting with professors and staff, experiencing campus life, and connecting with local congregations

Current Students

  • MDiv students who have completed 54+ credits

  • Use grant for: Exploring potential fields of service by visiting churches, mission fields, presbyteries, or ministry partners to discern fit for various ministry calls

Exploration Grant FAQs

What is the process to apply for a grant?
Prospective and current students may apply by completing the Kaleo Exploration Grant application form. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis with decisions communicated as soon as a decision is reached.
Who is eligible to receive a grant?

Prospective Master of Divinity students who are college juniors and older, and current Master of Divinity students who have completed at least 54 credits are eligible to receive a grant.

How much funding does a grant provide?

Grant amounts are determined based on individual needs and are ordinarily limited to $500 per experience. Students will be reimbursed for documented eligible expenses up to the preapproved amount.

Can I apply to receive multiple grants?

 Grants are limited to one per individual. 

What expenses are eligible?

Eligible expenses include reasonable mileage or airfare, lodging, and a per diem for travel-related meals. 

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