THE DUKE ENDOWMENT · Rolling / Open Foundation
Duke Endowment: Rural Church Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Duke Endowment Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The Duke Endowment's Rural Church Grants aim to empower rural United Methodist…
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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EPISCOPAL COMMUNITY SERVICES OF THE DIOCESE OF NEW JERSEY INC · September 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation
ECS-NJ Annual Grant Program Overview: ECS-NJ grants are designed to expand existing compassion and justice ministries of congregations in the Episcopal Diocese of New Jersey and make new ones…
Community Foundation of Grundy County · Rolling / Open Foundation
Ecumenical Fund of Grundy County: Energy Efficiency Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Grundy County Last Updated: May 22, 2025 Summary The Ecumenical Fund of Grundy County aims to…
US $1,000 - US $5,000
THE OREGON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Edna E. Harrell Community Children’s Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Oregon Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: December 08, 2025 Summary The Edna E. Harrell…
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE VIRGIN · Rolling / Open Foundation
Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Geographic Scope: U.S. Virgin Islands Overview: The Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands (CFVI) serves as the administrator of the Emergency Food and…
$20,000 (example award)
IDAHO HERITAGE TRUST INCORPORATED · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Emergency Heritage Grant Program Description: A specialized grant program designed to address urgent preservation needs and emergency situations affecting historic properties. Based on the First…
RUSH COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Endowed Funds for Local Nonprofits Geographic Scope: Rush County, Indiana Background: The Rush County Community Foundation administers 40 endowed funds that provide annual support to local nonprofit…
Up to US $1,000
THE SHELTERING ARMS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Episcopal Faith Communities Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sheltering Arms Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: February 02, 2026 Summary The Episcopal Faith Communities Grants, offered by…
Up to $25,000
Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation
Equity Grant Funder: Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc Geographic Scope: Indiana congregations Award Amount: Up to $25,000 Grant Type: 90/10 matching grant (90% funded, 10% match required)…
Varies (coaching fees reimbursement plus additional funds for evangelistic mission)
EVANGELEAD INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Evangelism Funding Program Funder: EvangeLead Inc (WA, US) Mission: EvangeLead aims to give money away so others can do evangelism right in the 21st century. Program Overview EvangeLead has raised…
Up to US $3,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR MUSKEGON COUNTY · Rolling / Open Foundation
Faith Partner Literacy Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Muskegon County Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The Faith Partner Literacy Grants support…
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The Catholic Foundation of Central · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Fall Event Grant Sponsorships Funder: The Catholic Foundation of Central Florida (funded by Foundation Endowment) Purpose: Provides grant sponsorships for fall events hosted by diocesan parishes,…
More than US $100
SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Faulkton Area Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Dakota Community Foundation Amount: More than US $100 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Faulkton Area Foundation Grant, initiated by…
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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ENDOWMENT FUND · March 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation
FBC Scholarship Fund Funder: Richmond's First Baptist Church Endowment Fund Inc. Geographic Scope: Church members and their families Purpose: Provides financial assistance for post-secondary…
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CENTRE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Field-of-Interest Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Centre County Community Foundation Inc. Last Updated: January 03, 2026 Summary The Field-of-Interest Grants by Centre Foundation support a variety of…
US $1,000 - US $30,000
ARIZONA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
First Baptist Church of Phoenix Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arizona Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The First Baptist Church of…
COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION OF OKLAHOMA · Rolling / Open Foundation
Fleeta Greenwood Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Communities Foundation of Oklahoma Last Updated: December 02, 2025 Summary The Fleeta Greenwood Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3)…
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COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION OF OKLAHOMA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Fleeta Greenwood Grant Cycle Geographic Scope: Shawnee, Oklahoma only Focus Areas: Programs supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities Eligibility: - Only available to 501(c)(3)…
US $500 - US $3,400
Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas · Rolling / Open Foundation
Fort Scott Area Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of Southeast Kansas Amount: US $500 - US $3,400 Last Updated: August 04, 2025 Summary The Fort Scott Area…
Up to US $12,500
FOUNDATIONS OF EAST CHICAGO INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Foundations of East Chicago: General Operating Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundations of East Chicago Amount: Up to US $12,500 Last Updated: July 12, 2025 Summary Foundations of East Chicago…
Frequently Asked Questions
- 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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