Mpiyane, Mzwabantu2016-10-242016-10-242016http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11837/671The purpose of the study was to evaluate the role played by FBO in poverty alleviation using a case study of Churches in Sundays River Valley Municipality. The study made use of mixed approach that is qualitative and quantitative. The study employed both in-depth interviews and focus group discussions to collect data from diverse community members such as church leaders, community leaders, youth leaders and professionals. These were the most appropriate for obtaining the relevant information and rich contribution. The process of data analysis was followed in both qualitative and quantitative and the results were presented in both textual and statistical. The study discovered that the role played by FBO’s in the community towards poverty alleviation is minimal and state partnership is vital. The little contribution that is made by these communal projects changes one family to the best. It has also been recommended that policy formulation should be drafted between state and FBO. This will strengthen the community development approach. To avoid failure constant supervision and monitoring is recommended for further development.enThesis