Changing the world? We’ll handle the rest.
The Cause takes away the administrative burden while providing strategic help, and care through community – so you can focus fully on what God has called you to do.
We’ve discovered that there’s something incredibly powerful about knowing you’re not in this alone.
Knowing that others are running with the same heart makes your mission even more meaningful.
It gives courage on the days we face fear.
It gives strength on the days we feel tired.
It gives hope on the days when things feel heavy.
There is power in community.
Interested in joining ours?
You might be a good fit if you’re facing:
Overwhelm
Navigating nonprofit startup, compliance, and reporting drains time and energy from your calling.
Limited Resources
Without infrastructure, it's hard to scale, raise funds effectively, or build donor confidence.
Isolation
Ministry leadership can be lonely. Without community and coaching, burnout and mission drift are real risks.
Interested? Fill out our Partner Inquiry Form
How we work with our partners:
Nonprofit Covering
Receive tax deductible donations through a 501(c)(3) without having to start your own.
Financial Administration
We take care of all the accounting and paperwork of processing donations.
Strategic Support
Coaching and goal tracking as well as monthly Partner Roundtable and quarterly Workshops on various topics.
Promotion
We champion our partners through our newsletters and social media channels.
Prayer & Spiritual Support
We uplift, support, and connect you with resources to help you spiritually.
Emotional Support
We believe in what you are doing and love cheering you on behind the scenes.
Community Support
RoundTables and retreats offer connection and renewal.
Personalized Donation Page
Supporters can learn about your ministry and seamlessly give online.
Annual Partner Retreats
Monthly Partner Roundtables
Quarterly Partner Workshops
Our mission is simple: to help you accomplish yours.
Every calling is unique. We don’t ask you to fit a mold — we provide the structure and support that lets your God-given dream flourish.
If you’re interested, fill out our our Partner Inquiry Form and you’ll be contacted about next steps. We look forward to meeting you!
“We’ve been blessed by our partnership with The Cause in so many ways!
Most importantly though, the spiritual guidance and encouragement offered has been crucial in some of the hardest times we’ve gone through in ministry and in our family.”
Steph and Chris Condon
Acts Ministries
3 Steps to Partnership
Apply
Fill out the Initial Partner Inquiry Form (below) to start a conversation. We'll schedule an introductory call to learn about your vision and explore whether partnership with The Cause might be a good fit.
Finalize
- Submit an application, references, application fee
- Complete background check
- Budget review & fundraising strategy call
Jump In
After final approval, you’ll sign your partnership documents and we’ll build out your Partner page so you can begin receiving donations.
Once your account is fully set up, you will be granted access to our robust partner community. You will be free to focus on your calling while we take care of the operational and administrative details that keep your ministry moving forward.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Cause?
The Cause is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that exists to help Christian leaders who serve the underserved. We provide fiscal sponsorship for our partners so they don’t have to start and maintain their own nonprofit organizations, which frees them from many administrative responsibilities. Beyond that, we provide our partners with strategy and spiritual/emotional care through the context of community.
How does fiscal sponsorship work?
Fiscal sponsorship allows your project to operate under our existing 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, giving you the ability to receive tax-deductible donations and access grant funding—without having to form your own nonprofit.
Here’s how it works in practice:
- You focus on your mission, programs, and day-to-day work.
- We handle the backend, including donation processing, bookkeeping, compliance, and issuing tax-deductible receipts
- All funds designated for your project are held in your project’s account within our organization.
- You maintain your own branding, vision, and leadership, while we provide the legal and administrative structure that keeps everything IRS-compliant.
It’s a partnership that lets you launch or expand your work quickly, with less paperwork and more support.
What is a 501(c)(3) organization?
A 501(c)(3) is a tax-exempt nonprofit organization recognized by the IRS. This status allows the organization to receive tax-deductible donations, apply for grants, and operate for charitable, educational, or religious purposes without paying federal income tax.
When your project is fiscally sponsored under our 501(c)(3), it benefits from this same tax-deductible status—without you having to create a nonprofit of your own.
Who is a partner?
When we talk about our partners we are referring to the vetted individuals that apply for and are accepted into partnership with The Cause. They work all over the world bringing Kingdom transformation in beautiful, out of the box ways.
What type of organizations/ministries do you partner with?
We partner with organizations and ministries that are Stateside to all around the globe. Ministries that work with babies to the elderly, from full-time or part-time projects. Ministries helping survivors of human trafficking to those who are developing communities. Ministries of storytelling to small group events and spaces. We come alongside the calling the Lord has put on your heart and help you make it happen!
Does my project have to be faith based to work with The Cause?
Our partner’s projects don’t have to be faith based but our partners are all Christian leaders.
What are the requirements to become a partner?
Agree with our statement of faith (the Nicene Creed): While some of our projects are faith based and some are not, all of our partners are Christian leaders.
Align with our mission and vision
Serve the Underserved: We only work with partners who serve the underserved.
Have a clear project plan: Include goals, target audience, and intended use of funds.
Commit to transparency: Be willing to provide regular updates, financial reports, and impact information.
Follow legal and ethical standards: All activities must comply with local, state, and federal laws, as well as our organizational policies.
Do I have to be a US Citizen to be a Cause partner?
No! We work with partners from all over the world. We call partners who work in the country that they are from HomeGrown leaders.
Who is a HomeGrown leader?
Our HomeGrown leaders are individuals born in and deeply connected to the communities they serve, uniquely equipped with cultural insight, trust, and passion to create sustainable, grassroots change in the place they call home.
Real, lasting change starts with those who know their communities best. Our Homegrown Leaders were born and raised in the areas they now serve. They bring trust, cultural understanding, and deep passion to their work—but they need support to sustain their impact.
What are the costs and fees?
Becoming a partner with The Cause Inc. involves a few straightforward fees:
- Application Fee: A one-time fee of $275 to start the partnership process. This includes a background check
- Administrative Fee: We take a percentage of each donation to help cover a portion of the cost to run The Cause. On average this percentage covers 30%-50% of our operating budget. The Cause actively fundraises so we can provide stellar administration, strategy, and care for our partners. We are happy to discuss this further on our initial partner call if you are interested in partnership.
- Credit Card Processing Fees: Standard fees apply for online donations made by credit card.
These fees ensure your project receives full administrative and legal support while maintaining transparency and compliance.
Can we keep our own identity and branding?
Yes! Your project keeps its own name, look, and voice. We’ll create a dedicated partner page for you on our website, but you’re free to use your existing branding on your own site and any other communications you send.
If you need custom links, donation forms, or embed codes, we can create those for you so everything fits seamlessly with your brand and online presence.
We are also very clear that our partners own all their own intellectual property.
How long does the application process take?
The timeline depends largely on your pace and motivation in completing the required steps. Once you begin the process, most applicants finish anywhere between 2 weeks and 2 months.
We review materials promptly on our end, so the biggest factor is how quickly you’re able to submit your information and respond to follow-up questions. If you’re ready to move fast, the process can move fast with you!
Do we need to be incorporated and have our own 501(c)(3) first?
No! You do not need to be a legally incorporated nonprofit to become a partner. Fiscal sponsorship allows your project to operate under The Cause Inc.’s 501(c)(3) status, so you can receive tax-deductible donations and access grants without forming your own nonprofit.
This makes it easy to launch or expand your project quickly while we handle the legal and administrative requirements.
Partner Inquiry Form
Think we might be a good fit?
Answer a few questions about your ministry and you can expect an email the following business day.