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“This is a great example of how modest, strategic grants can have a high impact when they’re rooted in a parish’s long-standing commitment to its neighbourhood,” says Brubacher. “Through our Community Ministries Fund, AFC is deepening its support for churches that are responding with faith and courage to some of the most urgent social challenges in their communities…Whether it’s a $5,000 grant or a larger investment, what matters is the impact—and in Timmins, that impact is clear. St. Matthew’s is being the Church in the world.”

“The Sunday meal program shows how even small congregations can meet complex challenges with creativity and courage,” says Brubacher. “Through our Category C grants and the Community Ministries Fund, AFC is helping churches like St. Saviour’s take on leadership roles in their cities—meeting urgent needs while embodying the Church’s call to love and serve. This is what we mean when we talk about being a strategic partner. AFC isn’t just funding good ideas—we’re investing in ministries that transform lives.”

The AFC Board of Directors has approved $50,000 in funding, with grants available for both local and regional projects that foster collaboration between Anglican organizations and external community partners. “AFC continues to prioritize partnerships as a powerful model for sustainable ministry,” says Dr. Scott Brubacher, Executive Director. “This RFP is an opportunity for Anglican communities to deepen their outreach by collaborating with like-minded organizations that share their mission and vision.”

At its meeting on February 27, 2025, the AFC Board approved $148,500 in funding for 11 applicants, including: $50,000 to St. Saviour’s Pro-Cathedral, Nelson, BC. Through the Community Ministries Fund, AFC is supporting churches across Canada who are ensuring that our most vulnerable neighbors have access to nourishing meals and welcoming spaces.

As the church evolves, AFC is committed to supporting leaders who are not only navigating change but also shaping a future of dynamic, transformational ministry. Thanks to the generosity of Canadian Anglicans, AFC awarded more than $56,000 in 2024 bursaries for theological education to 25 students across various programs. Here are a few of our 2024 bursary recipients:

“Once again, AFC donors have responded generously to the annual fundraising effort, expected to total more than $205,000—$178,000 in annual membership donations, plus over $27,000 in donations to AFC’s core granting funds, including the new Community Ministries Fund. It is always a joy to read your affirming comments, entrusting AFC with your gifts, and celebrating the ways that we supported transformative ministry.”

The genesis of the Sacred Arts Trust was many years in the making and was rooted in the late Graham Cotter’s years as a parish priest (1965 to 1983) in the Diocese of Toronto. During those years, Graham promoted the making of liturgical vestments and the use of drama in worship. Since its inception, the trust has funded innovative faith-based projects in the performing and visual arts in more than thirteen dioceses.

The submission deadline for the 2024 Request for Proposals (RFP) “Ecumenical Embrace” has been extended to April 1, 2025! AFC will continue to consider project applications from Anglicans across Canada who wish to share an ecumenical embrace with our fellow Christians from the Oriental Orthodox Churches. Potential applicants are encouraged to reach out to the AFC team to discuss eligibility and project ideas.

“Seventy-five percent of SYTK survey respondents told us they use the campaign to create a sustainable revenue stream for an ongoing ministry and that it’s an important source of funding for them,” says Dr. Scott Brubacher. “We also heard how influential the AFC Angel Donor matching gift program has been. We are all very grateful to the lead donors who, over the past 4 years, have championed this cause with donations totaling more than $100,000.”