2025 Annual Report

2025 Annual report

In 2025, the Anglican Foundation of Canada experienced a year of growing confidence, deepening generosity, and meaningful impact across the Church.

Thanks to the faithful support of our donor family, volunteers, and ministry partners, AFC awarded more than $1 million in grants for the fifth consecutive year—supporting ministries that are responding to local needs with compassion, creativity, and hope.

One of the clearest signs of momentum this year was the continued growth in annual membership giving. More parishes, dioceses, and individuals chose to support AFC’s work, and many existing donors increased their level of support. These results reflect more than successful fundraising. They point to a growing understanding that AFC is a trusted way to invest in ministry across Canada.

In 2025, we also saw Community Ministries continue to emerge as a defining area of impact for the Foundation. Across the country, Anglican communities are responding to challenges related to food insecurity, isolation, housing, reconciliation, and pastoral care—often through partnerships rooted in dignity, belonging, and practical compassion. AFC is honoured to help support that work.

At the same time, we continued important investments in youth ministry, theological education, sacred arts, Indigenous ministries, and infrastructure renewal, helping communities strengthen both their immediate ministries and their long-term capacity for mission.

This year also marked important progress in legacy and planned giving. The launch of the Anglican Foundation Legacy Society, along with new diocesan partnership initiatives such as the Anne Germond Legacy Fund in the Diocese of Algoma, reflects a growing commitment to building sustainable resources for the future of the Church.

As AFC continues its strategic planning work, we remain focused on thoughtful stewardship, meaningful impact, and strong partnerships across the Anglican Church of Canada.

Thank you to every donor, volunteer, parish, diocesan leader, and ministry partner who made 2025 such a remarkable year. Your generosity continues to strengthen Anglican ministry across Canada and create new possibilities for the future of the Church.

A Trusted Guardian

With funds under administration exceeding $22.3 million, including a more than $13 million endowment portfolio, AFC continues to steward charitable gifts with care, accountability, and long-term vision. Thoughtful financial management in 2025 strengthened the Foundation’s capacity to sustain granting programs while honouring donor intentions and supporting ministry across Canada.

Board of Directors

AFC’s Board of Directors includes appointed and elected lay and ordained representatives from across Canada. The Board reflects the diversity and breadth of the Anglican Church of Canada, bringing balanced regional perspectives and deep commitment to the Church’s mission. Their careful, collaborative leadership is a guiding force for the Church during challenging times, ensuring AFC remains a steady and responsive presence across the country.

$1.09 Million in Grants to 156 Recipients

In 2025, AFC awarded $1.09 million in grants to 156 recipients across Canada. Funding supported community ministries, infrastructure renewal, leadership development, youth initiatives, Indigenous ministries, and sacred music—reflecting a broad commitment to vibrant, faithful ministry nationwide.

Behind Every Grant is a Generous Gift!

In 2025, AFC received nearly $870,000 in bequests, leadership gifts, and donations to special funds—reflecting continued growth in legacy and major giving and a deepening commitment to the future of the Church in Canada. AFC also received nearly $232,000 in annual memberships, the highest total in the Foundation’s history, reflecting strong support from parishes, dioceses, and individual donors nationwide. Together, these extraordinary contributions speak to the trust donors place in AFC’s mission and their desire to strengthen Anglican ministry for generations to come.

Donor Recognition Circles

Companion $100—499
Benefactor $500—999
Directors’ Circle $1000—4999
Primate’s Circle $5000+

Looking Ahead

In 2026, the Foundation remains focused on thoughtful stewardship, meaningful impact, and strong partnerships across the Anglican Church of Canada. Strategic planning work now underway is helping AFC respond to emerging opportunities while strengthening support for community ministries, diocesan initiatives, youth leadership, and long-term sustainability. As the Church continues to evolve, AFC remains committed to resourcing innovation, strengthening communities, and helping Anglicans imagine more.