Great — let’s build you a sample funding proposal outline that you (or your congregation) could use to request support for your $12,000 ministerial education fee. This structure works well for non-denominational grant committees. 📑 Sample Funding Proposal Outline 1. Cover Page - Title: Ministerial Education & Renewal Proposal - Applicant: [Your Name, Title, Church/Organization] - Contact Info: [Phone, Email, Address] - Amount Requested: $12,000 2. Executive Summary - Briefly state the purpose: “This proposal seeks funding to support advanced ministerial education under the guidance of [Instructor’s Name], whose program fee is $12,000. This training will directly enhance my pastoral leadership, preaching, and congregational care.” - Note the broader impact: “The investment will strengthen not only my ministry but also the vitality of the congregation and community I serve.” 3. Background & Need - Describe your current role and ministry context. - Explain the challenges you face (e.g., theological depth, pastoral counseling, leadership in a diverse community). - Show why this education is necessary now. 4. Program Description - Instructor’s name, credentials, and why they are uniquely qualified. - Outline of the program (topics, duration, format). - Total cost: $12,000 donation fee. - Timeline for completion. 5. Goals & Outcomes - Personal Goals: Deepen theological knowledge, improve pastoral care, strengthen preaching. - Congregational Outcomes: More effective leadership, new ministry initiatives, improved spiritual formation. - Community Outcomes: Outreach, ecumenical partnerships, social impact. 6. Budget Cost: Instructor Donation Fee$12,000 Materials/Books$500 (if applicable) Travel/Retreat Costs$1,000 (if applicable) Total$13,500 (Adjust as needed — some funders like to see a full picture, even if you’re only requesting $12,000.) 7. Evaluation & Accountability - How you’ll measure success (e.g., feedback from congregation, new ministry initiatives, personal reflection reports). - How you’ll report back to the funder (written report, presentation, or testimony).