Explanation of Strategic Development Funding and it's processes.

NEWS / Significant cash injection to support major growth and change projects.

Senior leadership learning and development team provide learning and development opportunities to clergy holding senior positions. Equipping them for the significant missional challenges of leading the Church of England.

Strategic Capacity Funding is available to dioceses who want to build their capacity to develop and deliver their strategic plans. 

The General Synod has voted to take note of a report examining the performance of Strategic Development and Lowest Income Communities funding and making recommendations for the future, following a debate and presentation.

A leadership development programme for Chief Executives of Multi Academy Trusts has been launched drawing on expertise from the Church of England, academia and the City.

How money is distributed to help fund mission and growth as part of the Vision and Strategy

£45m has been allocated by the Archbishop’s Council to help those dioceses facing significant financial challenges and planning a major restructuring programme to provide a platform for the Church’s sustainable growth.

The Church of England’s support for ministry and mission in low income and poorly served communities is producing positive results but could be reformed to be more effective and accountable, according to an independent review published today.

The Diocese of Manchester is receiving a Strategic Development Fund (SDF) grant for a project to grow sixteen new churches in six years through a network of small churches called the Antioch Network Manchester.