Grants & Scholarships
AQORD offers a variety of grants and scholarships to support your organization, staff, and future leaders. From funding innovative programs and conference participation to advancing education in nursing, behavioral health, and Quaker-centered leadership, these opportunities help members grow, learn, and strengthen their mission.
Innovation Grant
Spark new ideas and enhance your organization’s mission with AQORD’s Innovation Grant—seed funding to bring fresh programs, pilot projects, or learning opportunities to life.
Annual Conference Scholarships
Attend The Gathering 2026 with support from AQORD scholarships—designed to help members access valuable learning, networking, and leadership opportunities.
Miller-Erb Nursing Scholarship
AQORD’s Miller-Erb Nursing Scholarships provide $2,500 to support full-time undergraduate students pursuing a BSN, who are connected to Anabaptist communities through church, college, or employment, helping future nurses advance their education and serve others.
Elmer Ediger Memorial Scholarship
AQORD’s Elmer Ediger Memorial Scholarships provide $3,000 to support students pursuing careers in behavioral health or developmental disabilities, with a connection to Anabaptist or Quaker communities through church, college, or employment.
The Quaker Fund
The Quaker Fund provides AQORD Quaker member organizations with financial support for leadership development, educational programs, and initiatives guided by Quaker values.
Member Services
At AQORD, we provide member services to values-aligned health and human services organizations to help them achieve excellence while staying true to their mission, purpose, and faith-inspired roots.
Group Purchasing Organizations
As an AQORD member, you gain access to two powerful group purchasing networks that help your organization maximize resources, reduce costs, and stretch every dollar further.
Assessments
Gain deeper insight into your organization’s strengths and opportunities. AQORD’s free assessment tools help boards, leaders, and teams grow in alignment with mission and excellence.
Medical Expense Plan
Through shared commitment and collective strength, the Medical Expense Plan helps member organizations offer affordable, high-quality medical insurance for those who serve others.
Peace Church Insurance
Gain deeper insight into your organization’s strengths and opportunities. AQORD’s free assessment tools help boards, leaders, and teams grow in alignment with mission and excellence.
PEER
Empower your team to manage risk with confidence through PEER Support Services—customized tools, training, and support that turn safety goals into daily practice.
Grants & Scholarships
Explore AQORD’s grants and scholarships designed to spark innovation, support learning, and invest in your organization’s leaders and future. Opportunities are here to help you grow, connect, and strengthen your mission.