ChurchSpace has announced the close of an oversubscribed $1.2 million funding round to expand its mission to the Midwest.
Black Ops Ventures led the round with additional participation from Dug Song of Minor Capital and Michigan Rise.
The startup is also relocating its national headquarters from Houston, Texas, to Detroit, Michigan, to deepen its mission of activating underutilized sacred spaces for modern-day community use.
ChurchSpace is Helping Churches to Monetise Their Facilities
ChurchSpace was founded and led by millennial pastors’ kids Emmanuel Brown and Day Edwards in 2021. Dubbed the “Airbnb for churches,” the platform helps churches generate revenue by renting their facilities for everything from weddings to warehouse logistics.
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ChurchSpace’s journey began with ChurchSpace TV, a worship streaming service Faith Media One acquired in 2021. The exit allowed Brown and Edwards to pivot toward real estate, building a tech platform that has attracted major backers like Google for Startups and Andreessen Horowitz’s Talent x Opportunity initiative.
Churches in Texas using the platform have generated up to $100,000 annually in new income—funds that have supported ministries, food programs, and community outreach.
“What we built in Houston was more than technology—it was transformation,” ChurchSpace Co-Founder and Co-CEO Day Edwards said in a press release. “We expanded our purpose and packaged proven strategies to help churches thrive, transform communities, and even combat food insecurity. Now, with prayer and the support of our team and investors, we’re bringing that same impact to Detroit.”
Moving Headquarters From Houston To Detroit
ChurchSpace has also launched a historic partnership with the City of Detroit as part of its national growth. This groundbreaking initiative will activate church campuses across Detroit as flexible event spaces, business hubs, micro-logistics centers, and last-mile delivery centers. It will also position churches as powerful engines of economic development, job creation, and community support.
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“This raise is more than a business milestone—it’s a testament to what happens when strategy meets faith. In today’s climate, raising capital takes grit and resilience, especially without deep networks or traditional access. By God’s grace, doors have opened, and our mission is clearer than ever,” Emmanuel Brown, ChurchSpace Co-CEO, said. “Now, with capital in hand, we’re building boldly toward a future where the Church isn’t just surviving—but leading community transformation. We’re deeply grateful to our investors, supporters, champions, and our incredible team.”
Through this new model, ChurchSpace enables churches to host local businesses, pop-up markets, and community events. Furthermore, they’ll serve as fulfillment hubs for food distribution, retail partnerships, and last-mile delivery services.
Consequently, by using existing, often underutilized real estate inside church campuses — such as fellowship halls, kitchens, and classrooms — ChurchSpace unlocks new streams of passive income for churches while helping small businesses reach local consumers faster and more affordably.
ChurchSpace’s Vote of Confidence From Investors
Churches on the ChurchSpace platform in Texas generate up to $100,000 annually in new revenue, which they reinvest in ministries, food programs, and community initiatives.
ChurchSpace projects in Detroit will create hundreds of direct and indirect jobs in logistics support, event hosting, delivery management, and technical services.
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ChurchSpace’s $1.2 million funding round was led by Black Ops Ventures, with participation from Michigan Rise and Minor Capital, founded by Duo Security co-founder Dug Song.
The investors praised the vision behind ChurchSpace’s mission: “From Motown to ministry, Detroit’s always had soul. ChurchSpace is bringing fresh tech to sacred spaces—helping churches thrive, serve, and connect across communities. We’re proud to support their mission and welcome them to Detroit,” said Dug Song, of Minor Capital.
“ChurchSpace is leveraging technology and network effects to transform underutilized space into a powerful resource for communities. We’re thrilled to support their growth, especially as they start making an impact in Michigan,” said Pete Martin, Director of Portfolio Management at Michigan Rise.
Churches across Detroit are invited to apply to participate in the pilot program. ChurchSpace will equip selected churches with cutting-edge tools to boost space sharing, revenue generation, and logistics support. They will play a key role in building Detroit’s next chapter of faith-powered economic growth.
Main Image: Day Edwards Antwi, Founder and President, and Emmanuel Brown, Co-Founder and CEO, ChurchSpace Inc. Image Credit: ChurchSpace
