1. The likelihood of the proposed project contributing to the number of those participating in the worshiping life of a congregation.
Projections of growth can be based on similar work already accomplished
2. The relationship between the cost of the project and the likely benefit.
For example, if the proposal relates to developing facilities because existing capacity is being exceeded, what is the projected cost and what is the expected additional level of participation?
3. The project’s sustainability or likelihood of being self-funding in the long term
Funding might be in the form of a grant or gift, or a loan that is repayable at terms beneficial to the applicant. The application would include detail on:
The short term and ongoing financial requirement
If the application is for a loan, suggested repayment terms
4. The strength of endorsement by and commitment to the project from a congregation, presbytery, Te Aka Puaho, Pacific Island Synod or the Council of Asian Congregations
The application would detail congregation members’ level of involvement, and would be supported by a letter from the relevant Presbytery.
5. The ability of the project to be replicated or provide learning and resourcing for the wider Church.
Projects that can act as templates or trials that could be repeated by other churches and where there is willingness to share their learnings, resources and experiences would be favourably viewed.
6. The level of funding required from Press Go.
Supporting information would include:
i. The ability of the applicant to part-finance the project
ii. Progress already funded and achieved on the project
iii. Identification of alternative sources of funding
iv. Project plan and budget
7. Payment of Assembly Assessment or endorsement by the Resource sub-committee
It is important that Churches who have not been paying Assembly Assessment engage with the Resource sub-committee, which can endorse their eligibility for Press Go funding.
The application must be directed toward the achievement of elements of the following;
It is a requirement that those applying for support from Press Go who have not met their Presbytery dues, Assembly Assessment commitments and other financial obligations to Assembly be engaged with the Resource sub-committee (and/or their relevant Presbytery finance committee) in relation to these matters. Given that Press Go is based on a strong commitment to mutual support, those applying for support will be making or intending to make regular contributions to support Press Go. Applicants will need to indicate their willingness to have details of the project and its on-going progress made available to the wider Church.