Private fund
Sower Fund
Seed for good soil.
A small, UK-based fund supporting Christian churches, ministries, and individuals with £2k–20k gifts, placed carefully where they can have lasting impact.
Founder’s note
The Sower Fund exists to help us steward well what God has entrusted to us.
Scripture often describes giving as sowing—not scattered carelessly, but placed into good soil, with the hope of a harvest in time. God provides the seed. We sow it. He gives the growth.
As 2 Corinthians 9:10–11 puts it, He supplies and multiplies what is sown, enriching us so that we can be generous on every occasion.
This is a small, personal initiative—supporting churches, missionaries, and frontline ministry where a timely gift can strengthen work already underway.
If you know of good soil where a little seed could go far, I’d be glad to hear about it.
Our aim
We believe faithful, well-placed giving can have disproportionate long-term impact.
Many churches and ministries are doing valuable work quietly, consistently, and with limited resources. Sometimes a timely gift can strengthen a local church, sustain a missionary, or help a ministry continue serving where it is already bearing fruit.
Sower Fund exists to support that kind of work.
Why “Sower Fund”?
In 2 Corinthians 9:6, Paul describes giving in terms of sowing:
Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously.
The point isn’t volume alone, but posture—giving freely, thoughtfully, and without reluctance. God supplies the seed and multiplies what is sown. We simply take what He provides and place it where it may bear fruit.
Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.
That shapes how we think about giving. Not scattered carelessly, but sown with intention—into churches, ministries, and individuals where support can take root and, over time, produce a quiet, lasting harvest.
Focus areas
What we support
Churches
Local churches, church plants, and church-based ministries.
We are especially interested in work that strengthens discipleship, serves local communities, and supports the long-term health of the church.
Missions and ministry
Overseas missions, evangelism initiatives, compassion ministries, and practical outreach.
We are drawn to ministry that is active, faithful, and close to the people it serves.
Individuals in ministry
Missionaries, church workers, and individuals raising support for a specific ministry.
We are particularly open to opportunities where the need is clear, the work is tangible, and there is a trusted relationship or introduction.
Values
How we think about giving
We try to give with a few simple principles in mind:
Faithfulness over scale
We value steady, grounded ministry, not just large ambitions.
Clarity over hype
We want to understand the real need and how support will be used.
Stewardship over sentiment
We look for wise use of resources and appropriate accountability.
Relationship over distance
We prefer known or trusted connections wherever possible.
We prioritize faithfulness, clarity, stewardship, and relationship in every conversation.
How we operate
Sower Fund is intentionally simple.
We are not trying to build a large institution or a complicated grant process. We aim to give thoughtfully, make decisions without unnecessary friction, and support work that is already serving faithfully.
Most support will be through one-off gifts, with occasional ongoing support where appropriate.
What success looks like
We want to see:
- churches strengthened
- ministries sustained or expanded
- missionaries and church workers enabled to continue their work
- quiet, faithful ministry supported over time
For us, success is less about visibility and more about fruit.
How to reach out
Sower Fund operates primarily through introductions and relationships.
If you know a church, missionary, or ministry that may benefit from support, a short introduction is the best way to get in touch.
Direct requests
We do not run a formal application process, but you are welcome to reach out directly if you believe your work may be a good fit. Please keep it concise and focused on the points below.
When reaching out, it is helpful to include:
- who the church, ministry, or individual is
- a short description of the work
- the current need or opportunity
- the amount of funding required
- how funding would be used
- any relevant connection, referral, or supporting context
We welcome introductions to churches, missionaries, and ministries that may benefit from support.
Get in touch
For introductions or enquiries, please reach out by email. We aim to respond where possible, but capacity is limited and we may not be able to reply to every request.
If you would like to share a ministry opportunity or make an introduction, please get in touch.
Prefer email for introductions and enquiries.