Viability Grant Request Process — Terminus Fund
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Step One Days 1–3

Submit a Project Proposal

A single page is all we need — the viability need your project addresses, what you're asking for, a basic budget, and a proposed timeline. No formal application. This is a conversation starter.

1-Page Proposal Budget Outline Timeline
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Step Two Days 4–10

One Conversation

Our Director of Strategic Engagement meets with you — typically a single call — to assess the project, understand the need, and gather anything required for a recommendation. No committee. No paperwork. A real conversation.

Single Meeting Criteria Review Dir. Strategic Engagement
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Step Three Days 11–20

Board Votes

The Executive Director brings the recommendation to the Board Chairman, who presents it to the full Board. The Board votes to approve, conditionally approve, or decline the project. You will hear from us directly with a clear answer and a reason.

Executive Director Board Chairman Board Vote Written Outcome
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Step Four Days 21–30

Agreement & Funds Released

Approved churches sign a Grant Agreement and funds are released promptly — in tranches tied to milestones for larger projects. Your project is live. The work begins.

Grant Agreement Milestone Disbursement Project Begins