Grants for Christian Nonprofits

Last updated October 15, 2026

Grantable tracks 286 active grants for christian nonprofits in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 2 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 104 list an award amount, with a median of $5,000.

Grants tracked: 286; from 196 funders
Median award: $5,000; middle half $1,613–$15K
Total listed funding: $5.0M; across 104 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 6; 23 with a published date

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Enhancing Pastoral and Social Ministry Grants Catholic Extension · Foundation Not published · Varies Catholic Extension's Enhancing Pastoral and Social Ministry Grants aim to empower the church to broaden its outreach and foster societal transformation through targeted pastoral and social initiatives.	Not published	Varies
AAA Foundation Scholarship Winter Haven Christian School Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Financial aid/scholarship program available to all students K-12. Winter Haven Christian School participates in this program.	Not published	Varies
A.G.A.P.E. Missions Grant A.G.A.P.E. Missions · Foundation Not published · Varies The A.G.A.P.E. Missions Grant aims to support Christian missions globally, emphasizing the importance of the Judeo-Christian Bible as the authoritative guide for faith.	Not published	Varies
Fall Event Grant Sponsorships The Catholic Foundation of Central Florida Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides grant sponsorships for fall events hosted by diocesan parishes, schools, and organizations.	Not published	Varies
Christian Financial Outreach & Impact Foundation Community Grants Christian Financial Credit Union · Foundation Not published · $500 – $7K Christian Financial Credit Union's Outreach & Impact Foundation awards community grants to local nonprofits across Southeast Michigan (St. Clair, Oakland, and Wayne counties) supporting basic needs, education, housing stability, food…	Not published	$500 – $7K
IPCF Annual Grants Orlean & Ralph W Beeson Fund · Foundation Not published · $8K The IPCF Annual Grants support various initiatives aimed at benefiting mankind, youth education, and alleviating human suffering, rooted in Christian principles.	Not published	$8K
Rooted Faith - Forward in Hope Grant: Strengthening Our Faith Catholic Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rooted Faith - Forward in Hope Grant, managed by the Catholic Community Foundation, supports Diocesan agencies, schools, and parishes in the Diocese of Cleveland.	Not published	Varies
St. Augustine Foundation Grant St Augustine Foundation Ltd · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The St. Augustine Foundation Grant supports Augustinian entities to promote peace, justice, and community development in alignment with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.	Not published	Up to $100K
Alvah and Doris Veit Foundation Evangelical Grant Alvah and Doris Veit Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Alvah and Doris Veit Foundation, established in 2011, offers grants to support academic pursuits for Camden, NJ high school graduates entering engineering programs and evangelical missions sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ.	Not published	$5K
Chatlos Foundation Grant The Chatlos Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Chatlos Foundation provides grants to nonprofit organizations in the U.S. and globally, focusing on Bible colleges, religious causes, liberal arts colleges, medical concerns, and social issues.	Not published	Up to $10K
Catholic Foundation: Philanthropy Fund Grant Catholic Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Catholic Foundation: Philanthropy Fund Grant supports Catholic organizations in the Diocese of Dallas by providing essential funding for impactful projects.	Not published	Up to $100K
Dr. Larry Cooke Memorial Scholarship Grant Stanislaus Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 Easily learn more about the Dr. The next deadline for this grant is Tue, 16 Mar 2027. Stanislaus Community Foundation provides scholarship opportunities for students in order to help them achieve their educational and career goals.	Not published	$500
Isabel Foundation Grant The Isabel Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Isabel Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations that promote the Christian Science faith.	Not published	Varies
SEAL Scholarship - Incoming Students Central Christian College of the Bible · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K CCCB scholarships are provided by the generosity of individuals who support Central. The SEAL Scholarship rewards students who volunteer, mentor, and take initiative in leadership roles.	Not published	Up to $10K
First Christian Church Educational Scholarship Grant McPherson County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The First Christian Church Educational Scholarship, provided by the McPherson County Community Foundation, supports members and friends of the First Christian Church of McPherson or Galva who are pursuing higher education.	Not published	Varies
Building Capacity Grants Catholic Extension · Foundation Not published · Varies The Building Capacity Grants by Catholic Extension aim to enhance the financial and operational capabilities of dioceses.	Not published	Varies
CFNGA Parish Enrichment Grants The Catholic Foundation of North Georgia · Foundation Not published · Varies The Grants Program at the Catholic Foundation helps ensure that organizations in the community have the financial resources to serve and make a real difference – now and in the future.	Not published	Varies
United Methodist Women Scholarship Fund St Luke's Methodist Church Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K To provide financial assistance for further education to members of St. Luke's	Not published	$2K
Hope Scholarship Seeds of Hope Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Lilly Endowment - Theological School Initiative to Address Economic Challenges Facing Future Ministers Listed by Asbury Theological Seminary · Foundation Not published · $250K The initiative enables theological schools to examine and strengthen their financial and educational strategies and practices in order to improve the economic well-being of future pastoral leaders.	Not published	$250K
Leonette M. and Fred T. Lanners Foundation Grant Leonette M & Fred T Lanners Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Leonette M. and Fred T. Lanners Foundation, established in 1991, is a private family foundation dedicated to supporting charitable organizations aligned with its values of faith, family, and individual responsibility.	Not published	Varies
Engaging Young Catholics Grants Catholic Extension · Foundation Not published · Varies The Engaging Young Catholics Grants aim to support ministries that provide faith formation to children, teens, young adults, and families.	Not published	Varies
Jane Sheffield Scholarship Fund St Luke's Methodist Church Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $200	Not published	$200
Butterfield Foundation Grants Butterfield Memorial Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Butterfield Foundation (Oklahoma City, OK) makes grants to nonprofit Christian 501(c)(3) organizations across four Funding Focus Areas: Charitable Whole Person Healthcare, Choose Life Advancement, International Whole Person Healthcare…	Not published	Varies

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About grants for christian nonprofits

Christian nonprofits and ministries are supported by a robust set of faith-based foundations and donor networks. Leading funders include the Lilly Endowment, which makes substantial grants to strengthen congregations and theological education, the Maclellan Foundation, and the National Christian Foundation, a major donor-advised fund platform for Christian giving. Many awards focus on congregational vitality, ministry leadership, faith-based social services, and missions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for christian nonprofits award?

Of the 286 grants for christian nonprofits Grantable lists as of October 15, 2026, 104 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $5,000, and the middle half fall between $1,613 and $15K. The largest is $2.5M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for christian nonprofits?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are St Luke's Methodist Church Foundation Inc (16), Catholic Extension (9), Synod of the Mid-Atlantic (7), MARTIN de PORRES FOUNDATION CO MCCLOSKEY FINANCIAL GROUP (6), and The Principle Foundation (6). In all, 196 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for christian nonprofits due?

Of 286 grants listed, 6 accept applications on a rolling basis, 23 have a published upcoming deadline, 61 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 196 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 70% fall in January–March.

What grants are available for Christian nonprofits and ministries?

Grants support congregational vitality, theological and ministry education, faith-based social services, youth and family programs, and missions work. The Lilly Endowment funds large initiatives to strengthen congregations and clergy, while foundations like the Maclellan Foundation support organizations advancing Christian mission. Funding includes both program grants and leadership-development support.

Which foundations fund Christian organizations?

Prominent faith-based funders include the Lilly Endowment, the Maclellan Foundation, and the National Christian Foundation, which facilitates Christian donor-advised giving. Many regional and family foundations also prioritize Christian ministries, and some national funders support faith-based social-service programs regardless of religious affiliation.

Does my ministry need 501(c)(3) status to apply?

Funders typically require US 501(c)(3) status or equivalent, though churches are generally treated as tax-exempt automatically and many faith-based funders welcome applications from congregations and ministries. Eligibility depends on each funder's mission alignment, so confirm whether the program funds churches, faith-based nonprofits, or both before applying.

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