How We Work

The NCCA gathers together Churches and Christian communities which confess the Lord Jesus Christ as God and Saviour according to the Scriptures. We commit to deepen our relationship with each other and to work together towards the fulfilment of common witness, proclamation and service, to the glory of the one God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

The National Council of Churches in Australia has established the NCCA Communities Fund, a public ancillary fund (ABN 298 4356 9007), to benefit the Australian community.

NCCA is responding to the Gospel call to the followers of Jesus to uphold the dignity of all people and the flourishing of all creation: (John 10:10) (Matthew 5:3-12) (Matthew 25:40) (Psalm 34:18) (Romans 1:20)

Faith without works is dead (Cf James 2:17)

We invite public donations to boost the NCCA Communities Fund, through the Fund Appeal.                                                                                        All donations are tax deductible. [appeal link here soon]

The Fund will provide financial assistance to:

  • community organisations working in and with local communities
  • faith-based organisations serving community needs
  • organisations that do not receive adequate government support.

Through this support, the Fund will be able to help organisations respond to community needs and promote social cohesion.

Purpose:

The NCCA Communities Fund aims to support community and faith-based organisations that wish to contribute to building a strong, equitable, inclusive and cohesive society in Australia.

Potential examples of use of funds:

  • Support for development opportunities for vulnerable children and young people
  • Work to prevent, reduce and respond to family and domestic violence
  • Work with new migrants, refugees and asylum seekers in settlement, education and employment
  • Work with migrant workers and victims of modern slavery in prevention of and responding to exploitation and provide education and awareness
  • Respond to community needs after natural and man-made disasters such as bushfires, floods, cyclones
  • Reduce community isolation within Australia
  • Reduce instances of discrimination and racism
  • Equip and educate Australians to develop tolerance and respect for different cultures and religions
  • Work on initiatives to foster community wellbeing and social inclusion and cohesion
  • Work to create culturally appropriate community hubs, run festivals, and offer welfare services.

Applications:
When sufficient funds are achieved/raised, applications from community and faith-based organisations with a proven track record in managing grants, and with DGR charitable status, will be encouraged. Please check back for updates about when applications will open.