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Before you complete an application, it is important to make sure your project is eligible by checking that you meet the following criteria:
- The building must be open for regular public worship. We do not currently have grants available for cathedrals, but any other Christian places of worship can apply if they meet the eligibility criteria;
- It must be sited in England, Northern Ireland, the Isle of Man, Scotland or Wales;
- The congregation must belong to a denomination that is a member or associated member of Churches Together in Britain and Ireland;
- All projects must be overseen by an architect who is either ARB, RIBA or AABC accredited, or by a chartered surveyor who is RICS accredited.
In 2008-2010 the National Churches Trust is offering the opportunity to apply for the following grants:
Cornerstone Grants
Grants of £40,000 and above for structural repair projects that will cost more than £50,000. A structural repair means essential work to the fabric of the building. Right click to download the application pack and guidance notes.
Foundation Grants
Grants of £2,500 to £35,000 for structural repair projects. A structural repair means essential work to the fabric of the building. Right click to download the application pack and guidance notes.
Community Grants
Grants from £2,500 for providing facilities that will benefit your place of worship and local community, e.g. accessible toilets, kitchens and meeting rooms. Grants will usually be up to £25,000 and will not exceed 50% of the project cost. Right click to download the application pack and guidance notes.
WREN (Waste Recycling Environmental Ltd)
The National Churches Trust are pleased to be working with WREN - www.wren.org.uk - to administer a number of grants on their behalf. If your place of worship is sited within a 10 mile radius of a landfill site operated by Waste Recycling Group (WRG Ltd) you may qualify for one of these grants. Please see the application forms and guidance notes for Foundation Grants and Cornerstone Grants available on this page.
If you belong to an Anglican congregation that is planning to build a new church or to enlarge the worship area of an existing church, the Trust may be able to assist with a grant towards the cost through the Incorporated Church Building Society. Please contact the National Churches Trust office by email at grants@nationalchurchestrust.org with basic information on the new building and cost.
Please be aware that the Trust cannot make grants for certain purposes including:
- Associated buildings (such as church halls and vicarages)
- Bell repairs
- Organ repairs
- Repairs to internal furnishings
- Redecoration, other than after structural repairs
- Clock repairs
- Monument repairs
We must stress that submitting an incomplete application form or failure to include the requested supporting documents will result in a delay to your application, and may result in the application being returned to you.
Should you have any queries about your application, please take a look at the FAQ page for a list of commonly asked questions and answers. If you cannot find an answer to your question, you can email us at grants@nationalchurchestrust.org or call us on 020 7600 6090.
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