New Initiatives Grant

New Initiatives Grant is sponsored by WNY District of The Wesleyan Church. This grant supports local churches within the WNY District of The Wesleyan Church in their mission to serve their communities, strengthen their ministries, and further the Kingdom of God.

New Initiatives Grant | WNY District of the Wesleyan Church 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. 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.

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 Use the Tab key to move between fields. Pressing Enter might try to submit the form before you're ready.

Name of person completing this application (Required) What is your role at the church? (Required) Primary Contact If not you, please give the name of the person who will be the primary contact for this grant process. Primary Contact Email If not you, please give the email address for the primary contact.

Dollar Amount Requested (Required) Please enter a number less than or equal to 3000 . Matching Amount (Required) How much, if any, do you anticipate your congregation will be able to match? Please enter a number greater than or equal to 0 .

Explanation of Matching (Required) Please describe your church's plan to match funds or the reason you are unable to contribute.

Project Description (Required) Briefly describe the project/need Goals and Objectives (Required) Expected Impact (Required) Total Project Cost (Required) Itemized Budget (Required) List all expense items and the cost for each below: Other sources of funding (Required) Please name any other sources of funding (if any) for this project. Contingency Plan (Required) If full funding is not received, how will the project be adjusted?

Church and Community Involvement How will the congregation be involved in this project? (Required) How will the community or congregation benefit from this project? (Required) Accountability and Follow-Up Who will oversee the project implementation?

(Required) How will success be measured? (Required) 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. Optional - File Upload Upload any additional files relating to your proposal here.