Society for the Increase of the Ministry - SIM
Religious InstitutionsConnecticut, United States2-10 Employees
The Society for the Increase of the Ministry (SIM) is a small, independent non-profit organization based in Hartford, Connecticut, that has operated since 1857. It supports individuals preparing for ordained parish and chaplaincy ministry within the Episcopal Church by providing financial, pastoral, and advocacy assistance, with an emphasis on need-based scholarships and ongoing funding for seminarians. SIM positions itself within the religious institutions sector as a national entity focused on sustaining future Episcopal leadership through centralized support for seminarians. The organization operates as a 501(c)(3) entity and engages a network of supporters to contribute to the development of ordained ministry within its church context. A recent staffing update noted the appointment of Courtney V. Cowart, indicating ongoing organizational activity and leadership transitions.