Faith-based missions
Church ministries
Support local churches running feeding, youth and widows' ministries.
Illustrative photo: Rohan Reddy / Unsplash
Objective for the 2026 funding round
Strengthen local churches running feeding, visiting and counselling ministries in their own communities.
Who it reaches: Local congregations and the vulnerable families they already serve.
Target$38,301
Funding for this cause closes in
From $80: two months of meals for a widow through her church.
The need
In many villages, the local church is the first place people turn to in a crisis. Small grants help congregations serve the orphans, widows and sick people in their care.
Why give to this cause
- Local churches are trusted and present in places others cannot reach.
- Supporting existing ministries builds on what already works.
- Churches report every quarter on how funds were used.
What your gift does
- $80two months of meals for a widow through her church
- $200a youth ministry's programme for a term
- $1,500a year of community outreach for one church
Where your donation goes
The planned budget for this cause. Every quarter, the field report shows what was actually spent against each line.
- Community ministriesFeeding, home visits and support for widows and orphans.45%$90 of $200
- Leader trainingTraining pastors and volunteers in community care.20%$40 of $200
- FacilitiesRepairs to buildings used as community centres.20%$40 of $200
- MaterialsTeaching and outreach materials.7%$14 of $200
- Monitoring and reportingReports from each supported ministry.8%$16 of $200
How we do it
- 1
Churches apply with a plan for community service open to people of any faith.
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Grants are tied to agreed activities and budgets.
- 3
Church leaders are trained in financial management and safeguarding.
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Each church reports activities and spending every quarter.
The impact your gift will have
- Local churches run ministries that serve the poorest in their communities.
- Church leaders are trained in safeguarding, so vulnerable people are protected.
- Communities gain lasting local support networks.
What we measure and report
Targets for the 2026 funding round. Results against each one are published in the quarterly field report sent to every donor to this cause.
| Measure | Target |
|---|---|
| Churches supported | 20 |
| People served by ministries | 3,000 |
| Leaders trained in safeguarding | 100% |
| Quarterly reports received | 100% |
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Choose an amount
- $80two months of meals for a widow through her church
- $200a youth ministry's programme for a term
- $1,500a year of community outreach for one church
Gifts start at $50. Choose your own amount on the next page.
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DonateQuestions donors ask
Does my gift go to the cause I choose?
Yes. A gift to a named cause is recorded against that cause and spent on that programme. If a cause becomes fully funded, we use extra gifts for the next round of the same programme, and tell you in the report.
How will I know what my gift did?
You get an email receipt straight away, and a field report on your cause every quarter, with what was delivered, where, and the results measured against the targets listed on each cause page.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
In the United States, yes: GiveToAfrica is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 27-3982730) and your email receipt is valid for your tax return. In other countries, deductibility depends on local rules.
Which payment methods can I use?
Card or M-Pesa through Paystack (charged in US dollars), or cryptocurrency (Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT and more than 100 other coins) through NOWPayments. With crypto you can choose your gift amount in US dollars, pounds, euros, Australian or Canadian dollars and pay the equivalent in the coin of your choice. No crypto wallet? You can buy Bitcoin in PayPal or Cash App (PayPal also offers Ethereum and other coins) and send it straight from the app.
Can my company match my gift?
Many employers match their staff's donations. Add your employer's name when you give and we will send the paperwork. Companies can also give directly or sponsor a whole project on our company giving page.