RecurringIndependently reviewed

Chaplain and Para-church Scripture Grant

Bible Society Australia

Australian chaplains institutions organisations and missions undertaking Bible-engagement work may seek in-kind resources particularly where no direct church or denominational support is available

Verified source record

Check the official source before making a decision.

An independent second-person reviewer reopened the official source and checked the material fields. This remains guidance, not a legal eligibility decision, and the funder’s current rules control.

Church-specific reading

What appears relevant

Australian chaplains institutions organisations and missions undertaking Bible-engagement work may seek in-kind resources particularly where no direct church or denominational support is available

Mission & ministryYouth & community

Unclear or confirm with the funder

Questions still needing an authoritative answer

  • Which exact legal entity must apply, and whether incorporation or an ABN is mandatory.
  • Whether DGR status, an auspice or a particular denominational affiliation is required.
  • Which worship, religious, property or existing-cost exclusions apply to this project.
  • Whether co-contribution, owner consent or internal church approvals must be evidenced.

Your next step

Turn these questions into a practical checklist.

Use the private readiness check to identify the entity, approvals, documents and funding conditions to resolve before you approach the funder.

Start the readiness check

Next editorial action

What we will verify next

Use the dedicated C&P application and confirm the ministry and resource need with Bible Society Australia