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Proposal

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).

8. Conclusion

Restate the request clearly: “We respectfully request $12,000 to fully fund this ministerial education opportunity.”
Express gratitude and commitment to stewarding the funds well.

✅ Next Steps for You.........Execute and see

@Norwood Williams

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