The church must designate a staff person as its primary computer operator. This person must be willing to learn how to use the computer and Internet tools effectively. The church must provide the Conference office with the name of the person and the church s email address and, if applicable, Web site address. Items purchased through the grant program must be housed on church property. The church must retain ownership of the items funded by the grant and ownership must be retained by the church for at least three years.
Churches apply by filling out the appropriate application forms.
Applications will ask for specific information on the equipment to be purchased or the training to be taken. Applications must be dated by May 31, 2001. Churches getting new systems may request a time extension to apply for training. Grants will be made as long as funds last. Another phase of this program may begin if funds are available.