Finding a funder
Some ideas for funders are given below against the type of the work that they are favourable towards funding. This is just a starting point and not a exhaustive list, please contact Helen McCormack, Synod Grants Finder (grantsadmin@urcmerseysynod.org.uk) to get further help and support.
Click on this link to check on the URC view point on applying for/accepting funding from the National Lottery
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Building developments, extensions
Benefact Trust (Buildings or Community) Congregational & General Charitable Trust Landfill proximity(postcode): BIFFA, Veolia
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Kitchen facilities
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Eco and renewables
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Accessibility improvements
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Community Outreach
The Philip Barker Charity Benefact Trust (Community Impact) Garfield Weston Foundation
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Children & Youth Work
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Listed buildings VAT recovery
Reclaim VAT you have already paid on building work through the government Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme
URC statement on applying for/accepting National Lottery funding
The decision of whether to apply for a grant which is derived from National Lottery funding is one that rests locally with the church and its membership.
The topic can be controversial, with strong arguments for and against. When discussing the issues at church meetings, here are some information you may find useful:
Stewardship: “Churches and Lottery funds - is it okay to take the money?”
The Church Times: “Why does the Lottery no longer worry us?”