Grant Process
Grant Guidelines
The Cross Foundation provides direct financial support to eligible individuals and organizations that align with the foundation’s mission. General operating or program/project grant requests within our areas of interest are accepted.
We do not typically fund:
- Purchase of properties (buildings, land, etc.)
- Payment of individual or organization debts
- Projects which are only humanitarian in nature
- Organizations which are not Christ-centered
- Other needs that are not consistent with the Cross Foundation mission statement (Would like to add a link to the mission statement)
Grants are awarded twice and year and typically range between $5,000 – $50,000. In some limited cases we may make larger grants, but that is after we have gotten to know your organization over a period of time. We also generally don’t make multi-year commitments, although we may fund the same organization on a year by year basis.
Grant Process
Step 1 - Assess Eligibility
The Cross Foundation primarily supports 501(c)(3) organizations engaging in work that aligns with the Foundation’s interests and priorities. If, after reviewing the information provided here, you are unsure if your project qualifies, please reach out to our Foundation Coordinator to discuss eligibility.
Step 2 - Apply
Using the login provided, you can access the monthly support or grant application. Be sure to fill out the application completely and submit it by the deadlines below. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.
The Cross Foundation has two application cycles. Spring applications are due May 1st and awarded in July, and fall applications are due November 1st and awarded the following January.
Step 3 - Evaluation / Awards
Following the close of the application cycle, the (lower case t) Cross Foundation Board meets to review the proposals and select those that best align with their mission. Applicants will be notified of the Board decisions and funding will follow shortly after.
Step 4 - Reporting / Feedback
After receiving funding, grantees are expected to provide regular reports regarding use of the funds, ministry updates, and other relevant results.
Mission Statement
The Cross Foundation supports individuals and organizations that seek to fulfill the Great Commission.
The Great Commission is found in Matthew 28:18-20 “Then Jesus came to them and said “all authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you”. Jesus further directed His disciples in Acts 1:8 “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you: and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”
What We Do
Networking Opportunities
We’re all in this together! We host various events to connect people to colleagues, mentors, and potential donors.
Organizational Consulting
We know how to make businesses run more smoothly. If your organization is struggling to accomplish its goals, perhaps we can help identify and correct inefficiencies that are holding you back.
Financial Resources
We treat each sponsorship as a partnership and hope to grow with you along the way. The Cross Foundation can help your organization financially through monthly support, matching funds or a one-time grant.