Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.”
Matthew 9:37-38
At Christ Fellowship, we are people helping people find and follow Christ. That mission doesn’t stop at the church doors—it extends into our neighborhoods, workplaces, and communities. Groups on Mission is an opportunity for your small group to live that out and impact others together.
This church-wide program empowers groups to step outside the circle and into the community. Your group will choose a local nonprofit you’re passionate about, identify a hands-on way to serve them, and we’ll help you make it happen.
We believe some of the most meaningful ministry happens when we’re being the hands and feet of Jesus. That’s why we’re offering this grant funding to help make your group’s service project possible—whether it’s supplies, resources, or other project needs.
It’s your group. Your mission. Your chance to bring light and love to our community.
How It Works
1. Identify an opportunity.
Maybe your group has a shared passion for a particular area of ministry, or meaningful connection to an organization or nonprofit in our community. As a group, you can decide on a hands-on way to serve and make an impact for them — a building repair project, planting a garden, or delivering food or supplies, for example.
2. Apply for a grant.
Identify any supplies, tools, or resources you need to accomplish your act of service. Submit an application by September 30 with all the details and cost estimates for our Missional Life team to review.
3. Get funded.
The Missional Life team will review your application beginning October 1, and will reach out with any follow-up questions or next steps. If approved, you will receive a cash advance for the funds needed to complete your project (assessed based on the Missions Fund budget).
4. Go on mission with your group.
Go and be the Church in our community! Complete your service project, and let’s show McKinney and Collin County what it means to experience the love of Christ. Don’t forget to take photos and videos so we can share your impact with our church family!
5. Submit your receipts and photos.
When you’ve completed your project, send in your receipts and any photos or videos to the Missional Life team. If you have any money left over from your grant, you can return it to Christ Fellowship.
PROJECT EXAMPLES
✅ Buying supplies and assembling gift baskets for Hope Women’s Center
❌ Donating money to Hope Women’s Center for gift baskets
✅ Buying materials and renting tools to build a wheelchair ramp for a disabled neighbor’s home
❌ Giving a disabled neighbor money to they can hire someone to build a wheelchair ramp
✅ Buying groceries to make and deliver treats to an elderly community
❌ Donating funds to an elderly facility
How to Apply
If you’re ready to apply for your Groups on Mission grant, simply fill out the application form by September 30. Include as much info as you can about your project, the organization you’re supporting, and the materials you’re requesting funds for.
You can expect to hear back from our Missional Life team after October 2nd. If your application is approved, you’ll be eligible to receive funds 10-14 days after approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
What organizations can we choose from?
That’s up to you! We want you to serve where your group feels called — whether it’s a local ministry, a nonprofit organization, a neighbor in need, low-income neighborhood housing, etc. If you need some ideas, we have a list of local partners to get you started.
Are there any requirements for organizations or people that we’re able to support?
If you’ll be serving an organization, it should be not-for-profit, in general. Other than that, the sky’s the limit — however, we will use our discretion for appropriateness and alignment with our church’s values when vetting the grant applications.
What kinds of things can we request grant funds for?
Anything you will need to purchase in order to complete your service activity. It could be physical supplies (think: paint, paintbrushes, wood, caulk, etc.), food items (groceries or complete meals), rental of tools or a UHaul or work truck, etc. We encourage you to think through all the logistics of your project before filling out the application, to provide a complete estimate.
Can the grant funds be used for a monetary donation to the organization or person with choose?
No. The goal of this particular initiative is to enable groups to go out and serve our community together, in a hands-on way. While our Missions Fund does provide monetary donations to many organizations in our community, the Groups on Mission program is not for that purpose.
I’d like to support an individual who needs help with food/rent/bills/etc. Can Groups on Mission support that cause?
Groups on Mission is not intended to provide funds for basic needs for individuals — our Benevolence Fund is designed for exactly that purpose, so if you know of an individual in crisis who needs monetary support to get back on their feet, we encourage you to help them apply at cfhome.org/help.
However, if your group would like to support the individual by helping with a tangible need — building a handicap ramp in their home, fixing a broken fence, throwing a birthday party for their child, etc… — then Groups on Mission can help facilitate that project.
Do I have to be in an already-active group to participate?
No. If you know of some people who share an interest in a particular cause, but you’re not in an existing CF group together, you’re welcome to form a new group just for the purpose of serving together.
Will we be held accountable for the usage of any grant funds we receive?
Yes. We are thrilled to be able to put some of our Missions Fund dollars into the hands of our congregation to better serve our community, but we are also called to be good stewards of that money. Groups will be required to submit receipts for all purchases made using the grant funding, and return any unused funds.
How will you decide which groups receive a grant?
Grants will be awarded based on the project type and scope, the organization or group being served, and the amount requested. Our Missional Life team will be reviewing all the requests, and will be happy to answer any questions if your grant is not approved.
When will we know if our project has been selected for a grant?
We will begin reviewing grant applications on October 1. We will reply to all applications as soon as we can, on October 2 or later.
What if we don’t spend all the money we’re given?
If you end up spending less than anticipated, and have funds left over after completing your project, you will return the remaining money to the church, so it can be used towards other Missions projects within the church.
What if we spend more money than we’re given?
You will be responsible for any money spent above and beyond your original approved grant funding. We encourage you to thoroughly plan out your project prior to submitting your application, to ensure you account for all associated costs.
What if we are not able to complete our project as we originally planned?
If your plans or circumstances change and you are no longer able to complete your requested project in the timeframe or manner you originally proposed, please reach out to us at [email protected], as soon as possible to discuss options and next steps.
Share Your Story
Has your group already been serving the community together? We’d love to hear about it! Submit your story using the link below to tell us about the impact you and your group have experienced.
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