Purpose of the Grant

The WNY District Grant exists to support local churches in their mission to serve their communities, strengthen their ministries, and further the Kingdom of God. This grant is designed to empower churches to launch new initiatives, revitalize existing ministries, and invest in projects that align with the mission of making disciples and transforming lives through the love of Christ.

Who is Eligible?

This grant is available to churches within the WNY District of The Wesleyan Church seeking funding for projects that will have a tangible impact on their congregation and surrounding community. The DBA has budgeted $50,000 per year for grants to churches within the district for ministry activities. The grant application deadline is October 1st of each year.  Any given church will be eligible to apply for a grant again 3 years after receiving their last grant.

Grant Funding Options

Basic Grant
Each church may apply for a grant of up to $1,000.
If your project requires more than $1,000, matching funds are preferred. However, if matching funds are not available, you are still encouraged to submit an application. These requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Additional Matching Grant
Churches may request up to an additional $2,000 as a matching grant. In this case, the church must contribute an equal amount, resulting in a total possible grant of up to $3,000 from the district for the project.

Types of Projects Supported

Grants may be awarded to projects that fall under one or more of the following categories:

  • Church Revitalization: Projects aimed at renewing the life and mission of the church.
  • Community Outreach: Initiatives that meet the physical, emotional, or spiritual needs of the community.
  • Leadership Development: Programs designed to train and equip church leaders.
  • Minor Facility Improvements: Projects that improve the church building to better serve ministry needs.
  • Other Ministry Initiatives: Projects that align with the mission and vision of the WNY District.

Required Project Information

Applicants are encouraged to provide a clear vision of their project, including its goals, expected impact, and how it will engage both the church congregation and the wider community. Applications should include an itemized budget, funding plan, and measurable outcomes for success.

New Initiatives Grant Application

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Contact Information

Name of person completing this application(Required)
Primary Contact
If not you, please give the name of the person who will be the primary contact for this grant process.
If not you, please give the email address for the primary contact.

Grant Amount & Matching

Please enter a number less than or equal to 3000.
How much, if any, do you anticipate your congregation will be able to match?
Please enter a number greater than or equal to 0.
Please describe your church's plan to match funds or the reason you are unable to contribute.

Project Specifics

Briefly describe the project/need

Funding and Budget Plan

Please name any other sources of funding (if any) for this project.
If full funding is not received, how will the project be adjusted?

Church and Community Involvement

Accountability and Follow-Up

Signature

By signing below, I affirm that the information provided is accurate, that this project is approved by the local board of administration, and that the grant funds will be used solely for the purpose described in this application.