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Legal Support
Resources & Education
News & Insights
Community Building
Constituent Support

An Affordable Membership for Ministries of All Sizes

Select your ministry type to see pricing.

Pricing for

Churches

average weekly attendance

annual Cost

Up to 150

$250

151 - 500

$500

501 - 1,000

$1,000

1,001 - 2,000

$2,000

2,000+

$4,000

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Pricing for

Christian Schools

Annual Revenue

annual Cost

Up to $500k

$500

Over $500k up to $1M

$1,000

Over $1M up to $3M

$2,000

Over $3M up to $5M

$3,000

Over $5M up to $7M

$4,000

Over $7M up to $10M

$6,000

Over $10M up to $15M

$8,000

Over $15M up to $20M

$10,000

Over $20M

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Pricing for

Christian Camps

Annual Revenue

annual Cost

Up to $500k

$500

Over $500k up to $1M

$1,000

Over $1M up to $3M

$2,000

Over $3M up to $5M

$3,000

Over $5M up to $7M

$4,000

Over $7M up to $10M

$6,000

Over $10M up to $15M

$8,000

Over $15M up to $20M

$10,000

Over $20M

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Pricing for

Rescue Missions

Annual Revenue

annual Cost

Up to $500k

$500

Over $500k up to $1M

$1,000

Over $1M up to $3M

$2,000

Over $3M up to $5M

$3,000

Over $5M up to $7M

$4,000

Over $7M up to $10M

$6,000

Over $10M up to $15M

$8,000

Over $15M up to $20M

$10,000

Over $20M

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Pricing for

Pregnancy Centers

Annual Revenue

annual Cost

Up to $500K

$500

Over $500k up to $1M

$1,000

Over $1M up to $3M

$2,000

Over $3M up to $5M

$3,000

Over $5M up to $7M

$4,000

Over $5M up to $7M

$6,000

Over $10M up to $15M

$8,000

Over $15M up to $20M

$10,000

Over $20M

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Pricing for

Higher Education

Annual Revenue

annual Cost

Up to $5M

$3,000

Over $5M up to $10M

$6,000

Over $10M up to $15M

$8,000

Over $15M up to $20M

$10,000

Over $20M

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Pricing for

Christian Ministries

Annual Revenue

annual Cost

Up to $500k

$500

Over $500k up to $1M

$1,000

Over $1M up to $3M

$2,000

Over $3M up to $5M

$3,000

Over $5M up to $7M

$4,000

Over $7M up to $10M

$6,000

Over $10M up to $15M

$8,000

Over $15M up to $20M

$10,000

Over $20M

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What Do I Get as a Member?

Legal Support

ADF attorneys can offer guidance on religious liberty issues, help you understand the legal significance of the language you use to describe your ministry, and draw your attention to potential legal issues which could impact your kingdom work. We want you to have peace of mind ensuring you stand on a firm legal foundation.

  • Sample statements
    Remove the guesswork and save time crafting or updating your ministry’s core documents with access to sample statements. You’ll receive access to sample job descriptions, a facility use policy, other critical employment documents, and more to assist you with the needs of your own ministry.
  • document review
    Upon request, ADF attorneys may review your governing documents for religious freedom vulnerabilities and work with you to fix them and ensure your ministry stands on a firm legal foundation.
  • access to attorneys
    If legal questions arise, an ADF attorney may provide pro bono assistance or we can introduce you to an allied attorney in your area.
  • Case Assessment & Representation
    If your ministry is involved in a legal dispute related to religious freedom, we will review your case to determine how to best help your ministry. If necessary and appropriate, ADF’s legal team may litigate your case directly at no cost to you.
  • allied attorney network
    We can connect you to a Christian attorney within our Allied Attorney Network, professionals committed to utilizing their legal expertise to uphold the rights of individuals to practice their faith freely.
  • advocacy & engagement
    You may never be directly involved in a legal matter, but case precedents can directly impact your church or ministry. Have an opportunity to play a role in and influence ongoing cases by filing friend-of-the-court briefs or add your voice to the debate by producing a comment on an important piece of regulation. ADF can point you to opportunities and assist you to engage and influence important cultural issues that will impact your ministry.

Resources & Education

Access educational resources focused on legal and cultural matters impacting churches and ministries, such as interactive webinars, practical legal guides, on-demand videos, and Christian worldview resources.

  • quarterly webinars
    Engage with ADF attorneys, team members, and special guests to deepen your understanding of the legal landscape and address the cultural issues of our day.
  • legal guides
    Better understand your legal rights with informative, practical legal guides.
  • ministry-specific resources
    Dive into legal information crafted specifically to address your ministry’s unique religious liberty needs.
  • on-demand videos
    Access on-demand videos of ADF attorneys answering commonly asked questions.
  • quick response resources
    When new issues that impact churches or ministries emerge, we’ll provide legal guidance to help you manage them effectively.
  • christian worldview resources
    Better understand today’s hot-button cultural issues and how to approach them in your community or congregation with access to Christian worldview resources.

News & Insights

Receive curated updates and insights to help you navigate complex legal and cultural issues.

  • digital newsletter
    A monthly newsletter keeping you up to date on your membership and the legal and legislative landscape.
  • breaking news emails
    When an issue arises impacting churches or ministries, you’ll receive an email detailing what you need to know and if there are any actions you should consider taking.
  • facebook updates
    Receive timely case updates, insightful educational content, community engagement, and more.
  • faith & Justice magazine
    Receive a physical copy of ADF’s quarterly magazine. You’ll find the stories behind ongoing cases and issues impacting our world.
  • the grapevine
    A weekly digest offering busy church and ministry leaders a curated, high-quality, and easily accessible roundup of crucial trends, resources, and insights.*

Community Building

Be part of a community of like-minded church and ministry leaders who are standing up for religious freedom and shaping culture by living out the truths of the Gospel.

  • city groups
    Attend in-person events to meet and network with like-minded leaders passionate about defending religious freedom and promoting biblical values.*
  • interactive community website
    Access our community website, where you can connect with other members, access valuable resources, and engage in discussions on topics that matter to you.*
  • member directory
    Voluntary list of member churches and ministries, including contact information, location, and other essential details.*
  • Regional and National Events
    The opportunity to attend regional or national events designed to equip and engage church and ministry leaders on today’s pressing cultural and legal matters.

Constituent Support

Equip your congregation and community with training, job opportunities, and resources designed to address legal challenges and help shape a biblical worldview.

  • training opportunities
    Connect members of your congregation or community to valuable training opportunities through ADF’s programs like Blackstone, Young Lawyers Academy, and Journalism Academy.
  • job opportunities
    Are you aware of anyone in your community or congregation seeking an opportunity to be part of an organization that is making a lasting impact on our laws and culture? We’re hiring!
  • media training
    Access pre-recorded or live media training to enhance your skills and prepare for media opportunities.
  • legal matter review
    Contact ADF if a congregant or member in your community is involved in a religious freedom legal matter, and we will help them determine the next best steps.

* Our team is in the planning or early stage of offering these services.

See What Our Members Think

ADF Church & Ministry Alliance is the simplest, most practical, and affordable way to help a church protect its religious freedoms. I urge you and your congregation to be a part of this partnership and assistance of devoted Christian attorneys who have and will continue to safeguard our traditions.  ADF Church & Ministry Alliance helps churches get a peace of mind that comes by knowing ADF’s documents and practices are both up-to date and well positioned to safeguard the Church’s biblical standards."

Rev. Dr. Roger Paavola

District President, LCMS Mid-South District

ADF leads the way, challenge after legal challenge, uniting our organization with other ministries from across the country to help strengthen religious freedom. We have no other partner so vital to the work we do. We are grateful for them, and encourage every Christian ministry that holds to biblical standards to join with ADF and help support them financially. When there’s a need — and there are plenty — they stand in the gap and support our Christian communities."

David Goodwin

President, Association of Classical Christian Schools

Without question, Alliance Defending Freedom is one of the most important organizations in America. I not only endorse their ministry, but am happy to serve on the faculty of their Blackstone Legal Academy program. They are the premier religious liberty advocacy organization in America and their Church & Ministry Alliance program is a trusted measure to ensure that churches are pursuing the necessary policies to protect their God-given liberties."

Dr. Andrew T. Walker

Associate Professor, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

Membership FAQs

DOES MY MINISTRY HAVE TO ALIGN WITH ADF CHURCH & MINISTRY ALLIANCE’S STATEMENT OF FAITH?

ADF Church & Ministry Alliance members must be aligned with our statement of faith which consists of the Apostle’s Creed and a set of ADF Doctrinal Distinctives. The alliance comprises a wide variety of ministry types, but all hold these same fundamental truths.

This statement is essential for all churches and ministries to read and agree with before becoming members. Click here to read the statement.

WHAT IS COVERED IN ADF CHURCH & MINISTRY ALLIANCE’S SCOPE OF SERVICE?

In general, ADF Church & Ministry Alliance attorneys are available to provide  pro-bono, limited scope, religious liberty legal services upon request from church and ministry members. To better understand the types of legal matters we help with, click here to see our scope of services.

ADF has the sole authority to determine whether a request for advice or representation falls within the scope of services offered.

These services which can be requested by a member of the ADF Church & Ministry Alliance are in addition to the many resources and guides available to members on a variety of religious liberty topics and other topics impacting churches and ministries.

WHY DO I HAVE TO FILL OUT A MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION TO JOIN?

The membership application gathers a small amount of information about you and your ministry that ensures you receive membership benefits. The member agreement also helps us verify that your ministry subscribes to the ADF statement of faith and is the first step toward obtaining access to the ADF Church & Ministry Alliance members-only website containing the most up-to-date expert religious liberty resources.

IS THIS AN INSURANCE PROGRAM FOR MINISTRIES?

No. The ADF Church & Ministry Alliance is not an insurance program, and Alliance Defending Freedom is not an insurance company. ADF may represent ADF Church & Ministry Alliance members in pro-bono, limited scope representations upon request or in litigation related to protecting the religious liberty of the church or ministry. However, ADF cannot guarantee legal representation in every situation and does not provide casualty payments for a lawsuit. Any legal representation undertaken by ADF is without cost to ADF Church & Ministry Alliance members.

WHAT MEMBERSHIP PAYMENT METHODS ARE AVAILABLE?

We offer the ability to pay for your membership via credit card or ACH.

WHAT IF I HAVE MORE THAN ONE MINISTRY THAT I WOULD LIKE INCLUDED IN MY MEMBERSHIP?

If you have more than one ministry or a church that you’d like included in your membership, you will have the opportunity to note that on the application. A member from our team will reach out after you finish your application to help walk you through the next steps.

CAN YOU HELP ME LOCATE THE PROMO CODE PROVIDED BY MY CONVENTION/DISTRICT?

Yes! Please email us at ChurchAlliance@adflegal.org or call us at 1-833-233-2559, and we’d be happy to help.

IS MY MEMBERSHIP MADE PUBLIC?

Any detail of that relationship would only be publicized when a member gives ADF express permission to use their name and/or endorsement of the program in our media/marketing materials. But that is only done with full knowledge and consent of the member.  Members can also opt in to a Member’s Directory, but this is also entirely voluntarily.

MY CHURCH OR MINISTRY IS CURRENTLY OR POTENTIALLY INVOLVED IN A LEGAL DISPUTE. CAN I STILL JOIN THE ADF CHURCH & MINISTRY ALLIANCE?

Upon submitting your membership application, please check your email for a notice from our team that will include a link to provide more details related to your request for legal help.

Please understand that signing up for an ADF Church & Ministry Alliance membership doesn’t guarantee legal representation. ADF may review your situation to determine if ADF can assist you with the current issue, but signing up for membership is not the same as retaining an attorney for legal services.  ADF has the sole authority to determine if ADF can assist an organization with request for advice or representation.

Questions? We’re Here to Help.

Still have questions about membership before you join? We are here to help. Click the “contact us” button below, and someone from our team will happily assist you.

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