AUSTRALIANS IN MISSION TOGETHER
About
AMT (Australians in Mission Together) is a 115-year-old Christian mission organization serving as the mission arm of CCCAust (Churches of Christ Australia). They support approximately 160 missionary units worldwide through pastoral care, practical support, and financial distribution, focusing on evangelism, church planting, Bible teaching, and leadership training.
Tips for Applicants
Only AMT-supported missionaries can apply for mission grants - this is not open to general applicants. Candidates must be endorsed by a CCCAust church or Australian Brethren assembly, demonstrating a sound relationship with their sending church for accountability. AMT emphasizes that ultimate authority rests with the local church, and direction follows consultation with AMT and field leadership. Applications are assessed by the AMT Grant Committee through a formal assessment and approval process.
Giving Philosophy
AMT operates on a faith-based partnership model where churches and individuals provide financial support for missionaries, which AMT then distributes. They emphasize strong accountability between sending churches and workers, requiring church endorsement for all candidates. Their approach includes matching grants (such as the Train the Trainer Fund with dollar-for-dollar matching from the Lilian Thelma Dutton bequest) and mission grants for specific projects including Bible translation, leadership training, church planting, and capital expenditures.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $5.1M Unknown AU + $5.1M intl | $5.5M | $9.8M | $6.7M |
| FY2022 | $3.3M Unknown AU + $3.3M intl | $3.9M | $9.0M | $6.8M |
| FY2021 | $3.3M $1.6M AU + $1.6M intl | $2.7M | $8.3M | $6.7M |
| FY2020 | $3.3M Unknown AU + $3.3M intl | $3.3M | $8.4M | $7.8M |
| FY2019 | $2.0M $253K AU + $1.8M intl | $2.7M | $8.5M | $8.1M |
| FY2018 | $1.9M $451K AU + $1.4M intl | $2.3M | $7.6M | $7.2M |
| FY2017 | $1.8M $534K AU + $1.3M intl | $2.3M | $7.6M | $7.2M |
| 7yr total | $20.7M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Programs (from website)
Mission Grants
Grants for AMT missionaries undertaking programs or projects including Bible translation & literacy, special events & conferences, training & equipping of church leaders, outreach & church-planting programs, mission & pastoral trips, seed funding for workers preparing to go, capital expenditures, and missionary accommodation grants
Train the Trainer Fund
Partnership with ACCS and Brethren Training Network providing quality training and accreditation for church leaders worldwide, with dollar-for-dollar matching from the Lilian Thelma Dutton bequest