Church Development Committee Grants: Equipping Congregations for Ministry

From National Capital Presbytery

This fund is dedicated to tackling the root causes of poverty by empowering low-income communities. It emphasizes the importance of collective strength and active participation in the decision-making process, aiming to foster the development of human and financial resources for neighborhood revitalization.

Type of Support

Overview

The Church Development Committee Grants aim to equip congregations for ministry by providing resources that strengthen, encourage, and develop a congregation’s ministries. These resources can include consultant services, materials, training, equipment, or talent and expertise in areas such as Christian education, music, web development, or marketing services.

Eligibility

Organization's Location
USA
Program Location
DC, MD (Charles County, Montgomery County, Prince George's County, St. Mary's County), VA (Alexandria City, Arlington County, Fairfax City, Fairfax County, Falls Church City, Fauquier County, Loudoun County, Prince William County)
Organization Type
NCP churches
DC churches
Other
  • Services valued up to $3,500 per church annually
  • Congregations may receive grants up to three years in a row, followed by a one-year break
  • This is a matching grant
  • The contribution toward the project in both money and volunteer time will be considered
  • A congregation may submit only one application each year
up to 3.5k

Submission

Review Criteria

Churches in DC are invited to submit applications for funding specifically allocated for DC-based churches.