The Ephesian Fund supports evangelical, orthodox Christian ministry in England, with a particular emphasis on local church mission, evangelism, and parish ministry aligned with its Basis of Faith. It appears to fund PCCs, churches, and ministry organizations that explicitly endorse its theological commitments, making it a values-driven, faith-specific funder rather than a broad religious grantmaker. Its leadership ties suggest close interest in Anglican and evangelical networks, especially ministries connected to church planting, apologetics, and orthodox parish life.
Unrestricted general grants for eligible evangelical ministries in England; applications are accepted year-round with no fixed public deadline and are held until the next trustee review cycle. Giving appears selective and theology-gated, with funding reserved for organizations and individuals that affirm the Ephesian Fund Basis of Faith.
Review the Ephesian Fund Basis of Faith carefully before applying, since theological alignment is a core eligibility requirement. Submit applications at any time through the fund’s general grants process, but expect them to be reviewed at the next trustee meeting rather than immediately; proposals should clearly explain how the work supports orthodox evangelical ministry in England.
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Current and upcoming funding from The Ephesian Fund that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Applicants must align with the Ephesian Fund Basis of Faith and, where applicable, additional declarations. Applications are assessed by trustees for suitability, demonstrated need, and compliance with the charity's purposes. Churches/ministries receiving funds must endorse the Basis of Faith.
Deadline: Applications accepted any time; considered at the next trustees' meeting.
Who can apply: Applicants must be a PCC, individual or other organisation and, where relevant, endorse the Ephesian Fund Basis of Faith. Organisations should supply governing document, most recent accounts and safeguarding policy. Individuals must include a letter of reference from their church leader. Grants (and PCC-directed parish share payments) will only be passed to churches/ministries that have endorsed the Basis of Faith; dioceses must confirm recipients when parish-share payments are involved.
Deadline: No fixed public deadlines — applications can be submitted at any time and are held until the next trustees' meeting.
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