There is a team of people in the district who are able to support churches and circuits with all things finance related. Our District Treasurer can be contacted on our contact page. Alternatively, on the same page, you can contact the District Administrator, who will be able to put you in touch with the relevant district officer.
District Advance Fund (DAF)
These grants are available to circuits and churches to support mission and outreach for both property and personnel projects. Applications are considered by the District Grants’ Committee three times a year. The deadlines for applications are 15 September, 15 December and 15 April.
We’ve updated this section – you’ll now download all forms applicable for your application.
Action for Hope/Net Zero Funding
These grants are available to circuits and churches to support Action for Hope and Net Zero.
Action for Hope – Eco Grants Guidance Notes and Application Form for Churches and Circuits
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Last Modified: 26 June 2026
Bursaries
Bursaries are also available to ministers and lay workers towards training that will support the mission of their church/circuit. Completed forms can be forwarded direct to the District Chair at any point throughout the year.
Finance Support
For information on a number of Finance Matters, including Standard Form of Accounts, Pensions, Gift Aid and Guidance on Internet Banking, please visit https://www.methodist.org.uk/for-churches/finance/
Alternatively, you can email the District Treasurer, David Moore, via the contacts tab at the top of the page or by clicking here.