Our Approach
We resource ministries across Africa and the Middle East. Each one is unique in its work, yet all share a vision to see the gospel reshape lives and communities in meaningful ways.
Beyond funding, we invest in the people behind the mission - strengthening leadership and organisational health and connecting ministries to networks and resources. Our joy is seeing organisations grow through partnership - becoming stronger, more mission-aligned, and equipped to thrive for years to come.
Our Strategy
Africa’s diversity and complexity call for a contextualised, regional approach. That’s why our grantmaking strategy is shaped by what we’ve seen and learned on the ground — blending local insights with a broader understanding of the continent.
All our work is rooted in the Great Commission. While there are many valuable areas to invest in, these are the ones we believe God has specifically highlighted for us at Mergon.
CHRIST-CENTRED
LEADERSHIP
Pastoral & theological training
Leadership formation (church & marketplace)
Fatherhood & women
NEXT
GENERATION
Youth discipleship
Campus evangelism & discipleship
Childhood spiritual formation
LEAST-REACHED
PEOPLES
Unreached people groups
Displaced people
Vulnerable people
Application Guidance
- Registered non-profit organisation or equivalent.
- Up-to-date financial statements.
- Aligns with biblical values and faith in Jesus Christ.
- A track record of effective Kingdom impact.
- Operating primarily in Africa or the Middle East.
- Aligns with our funding strategy.
Collaborative Giving
Mergon is part of a growing global community of foundations and philanthropists who are aligned in heart and purpose. We collaborate with like-minded peer funders who entrust their capital to Mergon. Our team in Africa stewards it with care, connecting it to trusted ministries where we can make a lasting impact together.
