About the CECA Course

Kingdom Growth Solutions is a renowned leader in church consultancy, dedicated to empowering faith-based communities to prosper, innovate, and achieve sustainable growth.  Our dynamic suite of programs, including the Churches Empowering Communities Accelerator (CECA)  In-House Grant Writing Ministry, provides churches with comprehensive training and expert guidance to effectively implement long-lasting solutions in alignment with their core values and mission. 

Who This Course Is For

Pastors & Church Leaders

This course is designed to give you the tools to move beyond the uncertainty of traditional funding models and into a future where your ministry can thrive without financial strain. You’ll learn how to align grant opportunities with your church’s calling, present them confidently to your leadership team, and guide your congregation toward a greater impact in the community.

Administrators & Ministry Staff

Behind every vibrant church are faithful administrators and ministry staff who ensure programs succeed. This course gives you practical systems to identify grants, write strong proposals, manage budgets, and meet reporting requirements. You’ll gain the confidence to handle the technical side of funding while keeping the ministry aligned with its mission.

Volunteers & Emerging Leaders

Many volunteers and emerging leaders wonder how they can make a bigger impact. This course provides you with a valuable skill set — grant writing — that can bless your church while also preparing you for future opportunities in nonprofit work, ministry leadership, or community development. You’ll discover that your willingness to learn can translate into lasting influence.

About

Kingdom Growth Solutions is a premier church consulting organization dedicated to helping faith-based communities thrive, innovate, and grow sustainably. Our programs, including Churches Empowering Communities Accelerator (CECA), provide hands-on training and step-by-step guidance so that churches can implement measurable, long-term solutions while staying true to their mission and values.

Self-Paced & Flexible

Progress through the course at your own pace, with on-demand videos and resources to fit your schedule.

Real-World Tools & Templates

Access practical templates, checklists and resources to implement grant-writing best practices in your ministry.

Community Impact & Service

Lead initiatives that uplift your congregation and community, applying the skills and knowledge from this course.

Course Curriculum

14 Chapters · 25 Lessons

  1. 1

    Getting Started

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      Equipment You'll Need

  2. 2

    Module 1: Introduction to CECA

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      Welcome & Program Overview

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      Case Studies

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      Self-Reflection - "Know Your Church"

  3. 3

    Module 2: Mission, Vision, & Strategic Planning

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      Clarifying Purpose & Charting Direction

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      Template - Mission, Vision, & Values

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      Self Reflection - "Crafting Your Mission, Vision, and Values"

  4. 4

    Module 4: Building a Grant Writing Team

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      Defining Roles & Working Together Effectively

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      Template - Team Building

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      Building Volunteer Teams

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    Module 5: Introducing a Grant Ministry

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      How to Introduce a Grant Writing Ministry to Your Church

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      Template - How To Introduce a Grant Writing Ministry to Your Church

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    Module 6: Understanding the NOFO & Eligibility

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      Navigating Guidelines & Determining Fit

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      NOFO Examples

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      Template - NOFO Fit Analysis

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    Module 7: Writing the Statement of Need

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      Writing a Winning Grant Proposal

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    Module 8: Program Narrative & Fit

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      Designing Programs That Align & Stand Out

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    Module 9: Goals & Measurable Outcomes

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      Goals & Measurable Outcomes

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    Module 10: Community Engagement & Partners

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      Partnerships & Collaborative Opportunities

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      Template - MOU

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    Module 11: Staffing & Local Expertise

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      Program Staffing & Local Expertise

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      Template - Staff Organization

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    Module 12: Budget & Budget Narrative

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      Budget & Budget Narrative

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    Module 13: Submission & Reporting Requirements

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      Submission & Reporting Requirements

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    Module 14: Grant Management & Next Steps

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      Grant Management & Next Steps

What People Are Saying

Discover how our course is making a difference in churches and empowering them to create lasting impact.

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This course transformed our church’s ability to secure grant funding and expand our outreach. Rev. Sarah T. Park Forest, IL
Jessica L.

Park Forest, IL

Thanks to CECA we built an in-house grant team and secured our first major grant.
Ashley T.

Chicago, IL

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CECA provided us with practical tools and templates that we apply every day. Our grant ministry is now thriving!
Anna W.

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Take the Next Step

Join us today to build a sustainable grant writing ministry and unlock new funding opportunities for your church community.

$497.00

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