Barbara's Blessing Grant
Shortly before our founder’s mother passed onto glory, she indicated a desire to contribute to IYS. Barbara wanted to “sow a seed” into Mark’s dream. In her honor we’ve set up the Barbara’s Blessing Grant —so we can “sow seeds to grow dreams.”
About Barbara's Blessing
Approved applicants may receive funds for essential equipment and capital to see their youth ministry initiatives (dreams) come to fruition. Thanks to our generous giving partners, our grant recipients have received support with communication technologies and practical items such as desks, printers, and more.
In 2024, GenNow, a start-up youth organization in South Asia, was the recipient of this grant. With a vision to reach more youth in their community, they used funds to set up their new youth center office. Since then, we’ve heard great things about their ongoing ministry.
2026 Grant Recipient:
Bible Dots Podcast
We’re excited to share that Pastor Mark O. and the Bible Dots Podcast are new recipients of our Barbara’s Blessing Grant.
Mark is a Kenyan youth minister with a passion for helping young people—and others—“connect the dots” of Scripture.
Bible Dots is “a podcast-based Scripture teaching ministry built on the conviction that ordinary believers deserve access to the same interpretive tools and methodology taught in seminary classrooms.” The grant will help Mark purchase a high-definition camera, microphone, and lighting to support the podcast. Beyond these practical tools, IYS has also helped Mark develop his vision through coaching and encouragement.
Thank you to everyone who has contributed to Barbara’s Blessing. Every donation helps sow seeds that grow God-given dreams—like Mark’s vision for Bible Dots!
“I am deeply grateful for your generosity…your affirmation of this vision strengthens my resolve and I hope to do my best to make you proud. Thank you again for sowing into this work. May the Lord bless you abundantly for your faith and generosity.”