Professional Development Grants Committee

The Professional Development Grants Committee of the Methodist Church of New Zealand Te Hāhi Weteriana provides funding to support professional development and ministry enhancement for church members and ministers. The program offers limited grants drawn from an annual connexional budget allocation and a PAC Endowment Fund. Applications are accepted quarterly throughout the year and must be submitted prior to the program or event occurring. The grants aim to support activities that directly benefit the Methodist Church of New Zealand, including professional development opportunities, training programs, and educational initiatives related to ministry work. The committee prioritizes applications that demonstrate clear benefits to the church community and requires support from parishes and synods. Applicants must submit complete application forms with supporting documentation, and the committee encourages securing funding from alternative sources where possible to supplement the limited funds available.