Grant writing courses will help you apply and get funded

Ministry leaders from across North Carolina – particularly those with little or no grant writing experience – are invited to hear from experts and confer with peers.

Among the topics:

• Best practices for grant writing
• What NOT to do
• How to present a budget

These events, offered in cooperation with the NC Rural Center, are designed for clergy, staff and lay leaders from the Western North Carolina and North Carolina Conferences.

How to inquire: Please click here to contact Annalee Allen to inquire about availability for these sessions.

Faith-based grants for churches typically are available for any church. Specific organizations may have their own guidelines – for example, an organization may only offer grants to churches in urban areas. Others may be for churches with memberships of under 300 people. In both cases, the collection plate may not bring in enough money to cover expenses.

By searching for your specific needs, you’ll find it easier to find a church grant that works for your congregation.

There is one important thing that applies to every church seeking a grant. You must ensure that your church has a 501(c)(3) IRS ruling. This establishes your church as a non-profit organization. You cannot receive grants from either the government or a private foundation if your organization is not a 501(c)(3).

Workshops: Grant Writing 101

• In-person events at the Foundation
• Friday, Sept. 8 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Friday, Oct. 27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Lunch is provided.
• Learn tips and practical advice to make your grant applications stand out.
• Facilitator Karen Martin advises nonprofit executives, managers and volunteers on successful strategies needed to help others understand what you do, why your work is so important and how they can support your efforts.

Online event: Funders Forum with NC Rural Center’s Faith in Rural Communities

• Tuesday, Sept. 19 from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
• Q&A session and breakout groups with grant funders
• Get advice from professionals who decide on grant applications.
• The Rural Center helps communities articulate clear visions, invest in building their assets and create cultures of collaborative problem solving.