Our History

Founded in 2004 with the support of then Bishop Robert Duncan, ARDF consciously adopted an organizational model intended to strengthen international relationships based on mutual respect and a shared faith in Jesus Christ. To achieve this end, a board of Archbishops leads ARDF. Representing orthodox Anglican Provinces in the Global South, they are crucial in determining priorities, approving large development grants, and keeping ARDF firmly linked to the local church.

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Our Global Structure


GLOBAL COUNCIL

Our Global Council is comprised of Designated Anglican Primates and Archbishops from the Global South, as well as Anglican Leaders from the National Organizations. They are responsible for:

  • Setting strategic direction

  • Approving development projects

  • Reviewing research for potential projects

  • Reviewing completed projects

  • Keeping ARDF connected to the Global Anglican Communion


NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

ARDF Australia

ARDF Canada

ARDF USA

ARDF Kenya 

ARDF Egypt

Responsible for:

  • Research, monitoring, and evaluation for development projects and proposals

  • Fundraising

  • Communications

  • Building relationships between Anglican churches globally

  • Dispensing development or relief funding to on-the-ground partner

Responsible for:

  • In country research, monitoring, and evaluation

  • Approving in-country and regional grants

  • Dispensing disaster relief to on-the-ground partners