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Find similar grantsCFA Ministry Grants is sponsored by The Kentucky Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church. Supports local churches in Kentucky in developing ministries focused on stewardship, technology, and leadership development.
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Kentucky Conference: CFA Ministry Grants The CFA Ministry Grants Initiative is part of the Conference’s mission to “discover, develop, and send passionate spiritual leaders and resources to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. ” CFA specifically wants to resource churches as they grow and develop ministries related to: Stewardship, Technology, and Leadership Development.
For a downloadable application: CFA Ministry Grant Application (download) . To apply online , click the button below: For more information, see below: Who is eligible to apply for a CFA Ministry Grant?
Local churches in the Kentucky Conference Each church may make up to two (2) applications between January 1 – September 30 Each application should address only one project type (Stewardship, Technology, or Leadership) Each application may request up to $500 No church may receive more than $1,000 in total for all applications submitted in a calendar year. How much funding is available?
CFA has allocated $5,000 from the CFA Budget for Ministry Grants. Funds will be available on a first come, first serve basis. How can the local church use the grant funds?
The grant project and application should address a church’s ministry needs and plans in one of three areas.
Stewardship: For ministries intended to cultivate generosity and stewardship within congregations; For ministries connecting financial generosity to discipleship; For annual stewardship campaign resources Technology: For ministries in need of new or upgraded, AV technology for worship, discipleship, or administrative ministry needs Leadership Development : For ministries related to training, developing, and equipping church leaders for the roles to which they have been called When are applications due?
CFA will receive and review applications in three rounds throughout the year. Applications received after a round deadline may be considered in the next round (except for late Round 3 applications).
See below for a schedule: Applications due March 31, 2025 Award decisions and funds disbursed by April 30, 2025 Application Window: April 1 – June 30, 2025 Award decisions and funds disbursed by July 31, 2025 Application Window: July 1 – September 30, 2025 Award decisions and funds disbursed by October 31, 2025 Grant and Fund Opportunities Good Samaritan Ministries Kentucky Conference Mission Grants The Eastern Kentucky UM Health Education and Welfare Fund
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Local churches in Kentucky. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $500. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
CFA Ministry Grants is funded by The Kentucky Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Kentucky. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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