Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Internal Grant Program

Overview: The Internal Grant Program allows The Cause partners to access funding for innovative ministry projects while donors participate directly in funding decisions.

How It Works

The program operates through a four-step process: 1. Donate - Donors contribute funds to support partner projects 2. Apply - Partners submit formal applications with budget and strategic plans 3. Award - The Cause staff presents finalists to donors, who decide which projects receive funding 4. Mentor - Partners are paired with managerial coaches for sustainability and excellence

    Eligibility

  • Partners: Must be established Cause partners with innovative Kingdom ministry dreams
  • Focus Areas: Grassroots ministry projects with sustainable impact

    Recent Projects

  • Chicken Coops in Eswatini (example project)

    Geographic Scope

  • International/global ministry focus (partners serve under-served populations worldwide)

    Key Contact

  • Email: elizabeth@thecause.org
  • Phone: 760-752-2873

    About The Cause

  • Organization: The Cause Inc., registered 501(c)(3) in Oregon
  • Federal Tax ID: 06-1670270
  • Location: 4225 Oceanside Blvd, Suite H-325, Oceanside, CA 92056
  • Mission: Support Christian leaders through nonprofit structure, spiritual support, and strategic coaching

Testimonial

"This grant program has given me the confidence to apply for other external grants. The Cause made this approachable and simple, while still being formal and professional." — Elizabeth Friend, People Need People

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Access Application - Partners can find the application in the Partner Portal
2. Submit Application - Partners present budget and strategic plan for their project
3. Formalized Review - The Cause staff reviews submissions
4. Finalist Presentation - Staff presents top projects to donors
5. Donor Selection - Donors decide which projects receive funding
6. Mentoring Assignment - Approved projects are paired with managerial coaches

    Required Materials

  • Project budget
  • Strategic plan for the project

    Contact for Questions

  • Email: elizabeth@thecause.org
  • Phone: 760-752-2873

    Application Location

  • Partner Portal (restricted access for existing partners)

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

faith-basedchristian-nonprofits

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