Will you be attending college as a first year student next Fall?
Are you a member of a Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) congregation?
Are you looking to create positive changes in our churches and communities?
If you answered “yes” to these questions, you may qualify as a candidate for the Leadership Fellows Program.
Higher Education and Leadership Ministries (HELM) applications are now open! Graduating high school students are eligible to apply for the Leadership Fellows Program. Theology and pastoral students seeking financial support through academic scholarships may also apply.
Deadline for all applications is March 31, 2024.

HELM supports Disciples undergraduate students through its Leadership Fellows Program. The Leadership Fellows Program seeks to cultivate and strengthen participants’ potential for leadership through intentional focus on Christian community, societal transformation, global awareness, and leadership engagement. Students entering undergraduate education may apply to the program, which includes a scholarship, annual retreat, and an international cross-cultural experience.