HOPE 2027
We realize funds are limited for many and the cost of programs based in US dollars are often a challenge when converted to other currencies.
We are able to offer limited financial assistance and provide these guidelines and policy for requesting assistance. We need your help to ensure we are able to continue offering financial assistance.
We ask anyone seeking financial assistance to follow these steps before registering.
Deadline to request financial assistance is October 3, 2026.
To request financial assistance for HOPE 2027
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Reflect on Equity and Shared Responsibility
What does equity and shared responsibility mean to you as a woman religious?
While the LC strives to offer support to those who express need, HOPE 2027 is not free, and the costs of creating and sustaining the program are significant. Your registration fees, together with donations and grants, make this work possible.
We ask each participant prayerfully to consider what they equitably can contribute, recognizing that this shared responsibility enables us to continue offering these opportunities to present and future generations of sisters.
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Assess Resources and Determine Contribution
Are there other resources, or a combination of resources, that can assist with the costs of HOPE 2027? For example, can you combine a ministry budget and congregational support or do you or those in your community have airline miles you could use for airfare?
We ask that you speak with your congregational leadership to determine financial support.
We encourage you to pay for as much of the expenses as you can so we can widen the opportunity for participation for more sisters.
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Answer These Questions
ONE
What potential sources of financial support have you identified? Are there any additional resources available from other organizations or ministries?
TWO
Did you have conversations with your congregational leadership? What is the result of these conversations?
THREE
What costs are you requesting assistance with for HOPE 2027:
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registration fees,
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hotel fees, or
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travel fees?
FOUR
How much can you contribute towards your participation?
We encourage you to be mindful of our shared responsibility as women religious. When everyone contributes something, more sisters can participate.
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Complete Request
by October 3, 2026
IN-PERSON financial assistance form.
Click here to complete the VIRTUAL financial assistance form.
Financial Assistance decisions will be announced on
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June 15, 2026
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August 17, 2026
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October 15, 2026
Financial assistance is subject to available funds. If funds run out before the deadline, the LC reserves the right to close requests early.