The Baptist Fund

ABCORI’s Baptist Fund was established in 1963 to provide systemic and added support for shared services among Rhode Island Baptists. Over the years, the type of services supported by the fund, which is made up of donations from individuals and ABCORI congregations, along with investment income, has shifted according to ABCORI’s ministry priorities and the needs of its congregations and pastors. 
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New Ministry Initiatives
ABCORI churches are invited to apply for a grant of up to $2,500 to explore new programs or ministries that serve their members and their communities. The grant is intended as seed money and cannot be used to fund the initiative in subsequent years. The grant cannot be used for maintenance, building repairs, or general operating expenses. Click below for application

Pastors’ Continuing Education
Active pastors of ABCORI churches are invited to apply for a grant of up to $500 to support an educational, professional development opportunity that helps them learn new skills or explore new ideas, enabling them to shepherd their congregations better. The grant cannot be used toward a degree program. Click below for application
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