The Elland Society provides financial support for the training of evangelical ordinands from the Northern Province of the Church of England. It offers grants for hardship and towards overseas mission for ordinands sponsored by, or intending to serve their title post in, a diocese in the Province of York. Clergy Support Trust describes it in similar terms in its funding directory.
It may be a useful source of support for ordinands whose official church grant does not fully cover a need arising from training or mission preparation. The Society’s guidance suggests grants may be available for training-related needs that are not otherwise provided for, including specific hardship, unforeseen costs and overseas mission. Eligibility is also linked to an evangelical basis.
The Society’s application page says applications are considered in three rounds each year, and also notes that officers can respond to more urgent need with immediate grants. That means it may still be worth getting in touch where the need is time-sensitive.
What support does The Elland Society offer?
The Elland Society offers grants to ordinands connected to the Province of York, particularly for hardship and overseas mission. Its wider purpose is to support the training of evangelical ordinands in the Northern Province of the Church of England.
Who is it for?
It is for ordinands sponsored by, or intending to serve their title post in, a diocese in the Province of York. The Society’s guidance also indicates that applicants are expected to fall within its evangelical basis.
How might it help?
It may be helpful if training costs, unforeseen expenses or mission opportunities are creating financial pressure during ordination training. It may be especially relevant where there is a clear gap in existing support.