Funding

Fundraising

Whilst it is generally a good principle for the day to day running costs and routine maintenance of the church to be met by regular giving, regular one off fundraising activities can significantly contribute to a churches income. In addition, there will inevitably be times in the lives of many churches when a major fundraising project is needed.

We offer a range of Funding Guides to help parishes raise funds for large fundraising appeals (building projects) as well as funding the on-going mission of the church. They aim to provide as much practical information as possible. These guides are intended to be simple “how-to” guides, and are developed by a Good Practice Group established by the National Stewardship Committee.

1. Capital Fundraising and Building Projects

These 12 Funding Guides take you through the various stages of developing and delivering a large fundraising project.

Click here to view all 12 Capital Fundraising Funding Guides

2. Church Fundraising Events and Initiatives

These 6 Funding Guides take you through the various stages of developing and delivering a large fundraising project.

Click here to view all 6 Church Fundraising Funding Guides

3. Digital Giving for Churches

There are a number of ways to give and in the wider charitable sector this form of giving is growing fast. We have outlined the options parishes might like to consider – from Donation Platforms to Church Apps with a Giving Feature.

Click here to view our Digital Giving web page and guidance

4. National List of Charitable Grants for Churches

We have produced a National List of Charitable Grants for Churches. This booklet has 6 funding categories relevant to your church, as well as useful websites and organisations to contact.

Click here to download National List of Charitable Grants for Churches PDF

Please note that this is a national list, and therefore contains no information about local funders. If you’re unsure who your local funders are, your Diocese might have a list, or there will be someone in the Church Buildings Department who can help you.

This second list of funders is for environmental and sustainability projects only:

Download the Environmental Grants List (PDF last updated June 2023)