Grants for Churches
Last updated October 3, 2026
There are currently 146 open grants for churches in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 75 list an award amount, with a median of $5,000.
- Open grants
- 146
- from 112 funders
- Median award
- $5,000
- middle half $2,000–$25K
- Total listed funding
- $5.6M
- across 75 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 8
- 4 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Catholic Foundation Grant Program Catholic Foundation of the Dioceses of St Augustine Inc · Foundation ~November · Varies Building a Christ-centered future for the good works of the Church in North Florida through grantmaking to support the missions of diocesan parishes, schools, and ministries | |
| Walmart Foundation Spark Good Local Grant Listed by Native Americans in Philanthropy · Foundation Dec 31, 2026 · $250 – $5K Walmart believes that investing in local communities strengthens its business and the communities it serves. Local grants are designed to support local organizations that meet the unique needs of the communities where Walmart operates. | |
| FBC Scholarship Fund First Baptist Church Endowment Fund Incorporated · Foundation ~March · Varies Provides financial assistance for post-secondary education to church members and their children. | |
| Living the Faith Grants The Catholic Community Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies The Living the Faith Grant Cycle is the Catholic Community Foundation's annual open application grant process for parishes in the Diocese of San Jose. | |
| Surry Orthopaedic Endowment Grant North Carolina Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies At the North Carolina Community Foundation, we bring together generous people and connect them to causes and organizations they care about. | |
| Greensburg Future Fund Grant South Central Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Greensburg Future Fund Grant, offered by the South Central Community Foundation, aims to enhance the quality of life in Greensburg, KS. | |
| Synod of the Mid-Atlantic - Small Church Grants Synod of the Mid-Atlantic · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Synod of the Mid-Atlantic offers Small Church Grants to support new and small Presbyterian churches in their mission projects. | |
| Synod of the Mid-Atlantic - Jubilee Trust Fund Grant Synod of the Mid-Atlantic · Foundation Not published · Varies The Synod of the Mid-Atlantic's Jubilee Trust Fund supports mission projects aimed at enhancing African-American leadership within congregations. | |
| Community Foundation Grants (Community Foundation of Warren County) Community Foundation of Warren County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of Warren County, Pennsylvania has made distributions totalling almost $5 million to local nonprofits over the last 5 years, across the arts, communities, schools, youth and families, churches and health care; a… | |
| MBC Church Grant Program Missouri Baptist Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K In 2022, the Missouri Baptist Foundation recognized a need to support Missouri Baptist Convention churches in overcoming financial barriers and helping churches expand, enhance, and improve their ministries through targeted projects and… | |
| John C. Lasko Foundation Trust Grant John C Lasko Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The John C. Lasko Foundation Trust Grant supports the construction of worship spaces across the nation, requiring churches to fund at least 50% of the project costs. | |
| Stackpole-Hall Foundation Grant - over $50K The Stackpole-Hall Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K The Stackpole-Hall Foundation Grant, exceeding $50K, aims to enhance the quality of life in Elk County, Pennsylvania. It prioritizes educational, human service, and community development needs. | |
| Clay Electric Foundation Grants Clay Electric Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Clay Electric Foundation Grants support charitable and educational initiatives that improve lives in the counties served by Clay Electric Cooperative. | |
| Presbyterian Women Disaster Preparedness Program National Voluntary Organizations Active · Foundation Not published · Varies Since 2014, PDA and Presbyterian Women have collaborated to assist congregations and presbyteries to create disaster preparedness plans. | |
| Fleeta Greenwood Foundation Grant Communities Foundation of Oklahoma · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fleeta Greenwood Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and churches in Shawnee, Oklahoma, continuing the legacy of Fleeta Greenwood. | |
| Church Planting Fund (CPF) Kingdom Business Partners · Foundation Not published · Varies The Church Planting Fund (CPF) is designed to support local church planters. Kingdom Business Partners (KBP) seeks and gathers contributions to the CPF from churches and individuals. | |
| Endowed Funds for Local Nonprofits Rush County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies | |
| Children's Program & Services Funding The United Methodist City Society · Foundation Not published · Varies Funding available for three types of programs: | |
| CDV5 Foundation Grant CDV5 Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The CDV5 Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations, churches, and government entities that meet IRS 501(c)(3) requirements. | |
| Native American Church Property Grants Presbyterian Mission Agency · Foundation Not published · Varies The Native American Church Property Grants, administered by the Presbyterian Foundation, support essential repairs and improvements to Native American church properties. | |
| Denton Family Foundation Grant Denton Family Charitable Foundation Ltd · Foundation Not published · Varies The Denton Family Foundation Grant, established by E. Warren Denton, Jr. in 1985, aims to support nonprofit organizations in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County. | |
| Presbytery Initiative Grants Synod of the Mid-Atlantic · Foundation Not published · Varies The Presbytery Initiative Grants, funded by the Synod of the Mid-Atlantic, support mission projects endorsed by two presbyteries. | |
| Claude V. Simmons Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $7K Easily learn more about the Claude V. The next deadline for this grant is Fri, 05 Mar 2027. Established over 50 years ago, our founders redefined local philanthropy, fostering connections around a shared sense of place and purpose. | |
| Greater Kansas City Sabbatical Fund PastorServe Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies To help pastors financially with their sabbatical, with the goal that they would come back renewed and refreshed for ministry in Christ. |
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Grants for churches by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 8 5%
- Upcoming date published
- 4 3%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 23 16%
- No deadline published
- 111 76%
Only 4 of these grants publish a date, too few to show a seasonal pattern.
Funders with the most open grants for churches
- Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc 4 open
- South Central Community Foundation 4 open
- The Kentucky Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church 4 open
- Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas 3 open
- Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc 3 open
- North Carolina Community Foundation Inc 3 open
112 funders have at least one open grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 146 open grants for churches (active, with a deadline today or later or none published) as of October 3, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum.
About grants for churches
Faith-based organizations are eligible for most federal and state grant programs, as long as funded services are available to all community members regardless of religious affiliation. Churches and religious nonprofits can access community development grants, social service funding, food assistance programs, and more through both government and foundation sources.
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Grants for Churches by state
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do grants for churches award?
Of the 146 open grants for churches Grantable lists as of October 3, 2026, 75 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $5,000, and the middle half fall between $2,000 and $25K. The largest is $2.9M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most grants for churches?
By number of open listings, the most active funders are Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc (4), South Central Community Foundation (4), The Kentucky Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church (4), Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas (3), and Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc (3). In all, 112 funders have at least one open grant in this category.
When are grants for churches due?
Of 146 open grants, 8 accept applications on a rolling basis, 4 have a published upcoming deadline, 23 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 111 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.
Can churches receive government grants?
Yes. Under federal law, faith-based organizations can compete equally for government grants. The key requirement is that grant-funded services must be available to all people regardless of religion, and funds cannot be used for inherently religious activities like worship or proselytizing. Many churches successfully receive grants for food banks, homeless services, youth programs, and community development.
Do churches need 501(c)(3) status to get grants?
Churches are automatically considered tax-exempt under IRS rules, but many grantmakers require a formal 501(c)(3) determination letter. Getting one from the IRS strengthens your grant applications and opens more funding doors. Some churches create separate nonprofit arms for their community service programs.
What types of grants can faith-based organizations apply for?
Common grant areas include community food programs, homeless services, youth development, substance abuse prevention, disaster relief, affordable housing, elder care, and job training. Foundations like the Lilly Endowment, Murdock Trust, and Duke Endowment specifically fund faith-based community work.
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