Applicants must provide a name of a supportive reference from the local church community not directly connected to the project. It is difficult for the Fund to support Staff positions. Job descriptions must be clear and reasonable and must be included with the application. The purpose of the Fund is to support congregational youth and young adult ministry. Decisions will be made on a regular basis.
Funding can include projects that involve youth groups travelling to events, exchanges etc.
If they are going as a group, there is more benefit at the congregational level. Priority funding consideration will be given to starting new or innovative youth and young adult ministry projects particularly in areas where this has not happened before. The number of Youth and Young Adult Ministries involved in the project is not a key deciding factor. Inform local Conferences of successful grant applications, with project description. Consult with the relevant Conference regarding applications.