Verified source record
Check the official source before making a decision.
An independent 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
UCA congregations, parish missions, regional clusters and presbyteries may seek support for mission or ministry programs lasting up to five years, paid monthly. Presbytery endorsement is required. The Mission Grant Fund supports innovative regional or collaborative programs under church council governance, with partial participant, congregation or presbytery funding and a plan for sustainability. Bequest funding must meet each trust purpose; the WJ Craig Memorial Trust is Victoria only.
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 checkExplore related project guidance
Next editorial action
What we will verify next
The 2026 round is closed: presbytery submission was due 1 June 2026 or its advised local date, followed by endorsed applications to the Grants Coordinator by 1 July 2026. Ask for the next application dates; prepare audited accounts, a projected budget and measurable outcomes.