Grants for Churches

Last updated October 4, 2026

Grantable tracks 146 active grants for churches in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 3 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 75 list an award amount, with a median of $5,000.

Grants tracked: 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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Center for Rural Ministry Rural Impact Fund Grant Bridge Builders Community Foundations FKA Venango Area Comm Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $4K The Center for Rural Ministry Rural Impact Fund Grant, offered by Bridge Builders Community Foundations, provides $2,500 micro-grants to Christian congregations in rural areas.	Not published	$3K – $4K
Presnell Foundation Grant The H Clay and Wavie M Presnell · Foundation Not published · Varies The Presnell Foundation Grant supports North Carolina public and private schools, providing funding for educational programs and extracurricular activities.	Not published	Varies
State Missions Offering (SMO) Grant Baptist Foundation of Maryland/Delaware Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The SMO provides financial support for ministry initiatives throughout Maryland and Delaware Baptist churches, with emphasis on reaching and discipling students and young people.	Not published	Varies
Emergency Heritage Grant Idaho Heritage Trust Incorporated · Foundation Rolling · $20K A specialized grant program designed to address urgent preservation needs and emergency situations affecting historic properties.	Rolling	$20K
Lowell Berry Foundation Grants Lowell Berry Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lowell Berry Foundation Grants aim to enhance leadership within local Christian church ministries while providing community support in California.	Not published	Varies
Faith Partner Literacy Grants Community Foundation for Muskegon County · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Faith Partner Literacy Grants support collaborations between churches and nonprofit organizations to enhance literacy and educational equity. Eligible churches can receive up to $3,000 for programs aimed at lifelong literacy.	Not published	Up to $3K
Mental Health Initiative Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Mental Health Initiative is an education and grant initiative designed to assist Indiana congregations in addressing mental health and wellness among their members. This opportunity includes both educational sessions and grant funding.	Not published	Up to $40K
James E. and Violet A. Carson Scholarship Endowment Grant North Carolina Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The James E. and Violet A. Carson Scholarship Endowment, established by the North Carolina Community Foundation, supports Wilkes County residents pursuing higher education.	Not published	Varies
Joyce Peugh Pate Capper Charitable Trust Grant Tua Joyce Capper Charitable Tr · Foundation Not published · $10K – $20K The Joyce Peugh Pate Capper Charitable Trust Grant supports charitable initiatives in Fort Worth, Texas, with a focus on the performing and visual arts, libraries, churches, and hospitals.	Not published	$10K – $20K
Rock Charitable Fund Grant Northern New York Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rock Charitable Fund Grant, managed by the Northern New York Community Foundation, provides up to $125,000 to support the maintenance and preservation of historically significant churches and cemeteries.	Not published	Varies
Fleeta Greenwood Grant Cycle Communities Foundation of Oklahoma · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Mae and Wilbur Fulmer Scholarship Grant Central Carolina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies All scholarship amounts listed are past annual averages and do not necessarily indicate the intended award amount for future awards. All scholarships must be paid to accredited, non-profit institutions of higher learning.	Not published	Varies
NUMF: Ministry Grants Nebr United Methodist Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation awards ministry grants to Nebraska churches and affiliated agencies of the Great Plains United Methodist Conference. Through these awards of grant dollars, we seek to enhance and expand ministries.	Not published	Varies
Solar for Good - Solar Installation Grants Renew Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $20K	Not published	$10K – $20K
Thatcher Family Fund Grant The Cleveland Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Thatcher Family Fund Grant, provided by The Cleveland Foundation, seeks to enhance the lives of Greater Cleveland residents by addressing essential human needs such as food, clothing, shelter, and medical care.	Not published	Varies
Lutheran Congregation Grant Lutheran Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Lutheran Congregation Grant, offered by the Lutheran Foundation, supports member congregations in northeast Indiana to promote mental wellness and reduce stigma surrounding mental illness.	Not published	$2K
Benton County Affiliate Matching Grantmaking Program Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Benton County Affiliate Matching Grantmaking Program, managed by the Benton County Community Foundation, aims to enhance the community's quality of life through strategic grantmaking.	Not published	Up to $3K
CFA Ministry Grants The Kentucky Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The CFA Ministry Grants Initiative, part of the Kentucky Conference's mission, supports local churches in developing ministries focused on stewardship, technology, and leadership development.	Not published	Up to $500
Lewis County Historic Preservation Fund Grant Northern New York Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Lewis County Historic Preservation Fund, established by the Northern New York Community Foundation, offers up to $100,000 in funding for 501(c)(3) nonprofits and churches in Lewis County.	Not published	Up to $100K
Church Partnership Program Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Designed to strengthen the bond between CBTS students and local churches by providing tuition-free theological education for church members, while allowing churches to invest in raising up the next generation of pastors.	Not published	Varies
Faulkton Area Foundation Grant South Dakota Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100 The Faulkton Area Foundation Grant, initiated by the South Dakota Community Foundation in 2014, supports 501c3 nonprofits, churches, and schools in Faulkton.	Not published	$100
G. A. Ackermann Memorial Fund Grant M a & G a Ackerman Memorial Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The G. A. Ackermann Memorial Fund Grant, established in 1937, aims to provide quality health care and human services to underserved populations.	Not published	Varies
CMCF: Christian Outreach Education (CORE) Grant Central Montcalm Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Christian Outreach Education (CORE) Grant, provided by the Central Montcalm Community Foundation, aims to enhance community-oriented programs for residents of the Central Montcalm area.	Not published	Varies
Field-of-Interest Grants Centre Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Field-of-Interest Grants by Centre Foundation support a variety of causes aligned with donor passions.	Not published	Varies

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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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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for churches award?

Of the 146 grants for churches Grantable lists as of October 4, 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 grants listed, 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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