This grant is for repairs and improvements, making church buildings fit for 21st century mission and ministry.
Up to 50% of the total project cost can be granted, up to a maximum grant of £10,000 i.e. if the total project cost is £25,000, £10,000 is the maximum that can be applied for. If the total project cost is £6,000, £3,000 is the maximum that can be applied for.
Works not covered by the Buildings Fund: work on organ or bells, decorations (other than remedial decorations) and any work to churchyards, car parks or churchyard walls. Please see the Churchcare website for funds that support these works.
How to apply
1. Read the guidance document
2. Download the Buildings Fund application form
3. Complete the form, including the Area Dean Support form
4. Submit the completed application to: jo.hands@coventry.anglican.org
If you would like to talk to someone before making an application, or have any questions about the fund, please contact: jo.hands@coventry.anglican.org.
Feedback reports
Projects which are given grants must report back on how the project has gone. This is done so that:
- Stories from projects can be used to encourage other people
- Future applicants can learn from past successes and failures
- The Committee can explain what the money given is used for
Please use this form to complete your report.
This form is a minimum requirement; please refer to your approval letter which confirms when report(s) on your project are due. We do encourage creative ways to report back on your project, so please feel free to submit updates in different formats, such as a video presentation.