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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Anne Brossman Sweigart Charitable Foundation Grant Anne B Sweigart Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Anne Brossman Sweigart Charitable Foundation Grant focuses on supporting local nonprofits in the Greater Denver and Ephrata areas.	Not published	Up to $30K
Frank King Fund Grant The Kentucky Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Frank King Fund Grant provides matching funds of up to $3,000 to support churches within the Kentucky Annual Conference for improvements and additions.	Not published	Up to $3K
Church & School Outreach Grants Gianforte Family Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Gianforte Family Foundation offers Church & School Outreach Grants to empower local Christian churches and schools in Montana.	Not published	Up to $3K
Creation Care Grants Wisconsin Foundation United Church of Christ Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support churches in creation care and environmental stewardship initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Kawabe Memorial Fund Grant Kawabe Memorial Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kawabe Memorial Fund Grant supports nonprofit organizations focused on low-income children, families, and seniors, primarily in the Seattle/King County area.	Not published	Varies
Fort Scott Area Community Foundation Grant Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Fort Scott Area Community Foundation Grant supports local nonprofits in Bourbon County, including public charities, schools, and government agencies.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Growing the Body of Christ Grants Siebert Lutheran Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Growing the Body of Christ Grants, offered by the Siebert Lutheran Foundation, aim to enhance the Lutheran community by funding capital requests over $50,000, specifically in the Fall cycle.	Not published	Varies
Howard Youth Endowment Program Grant Berrien Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Howard Youth Endowment Program Grant, established by John E. N. and DeDe Howard through the Berrien Community Foundation, aims to enhance youth activities in Saint Joseph and Benton Harbor, Michigan.	Not published	Varies
Baptist Foundation of South Carolina: Grant Program Baptist Foundation Of South Carolina Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Baptist Foundation of South Carolina supports churches and ministries with grants aimed at 'Kingdom Growth' projects. Their mission focuses on utilizing God-given resources to enhance community impact.	Not published	Varies
Schindler Assistance Fund (Community West Foundation) Community West Foundation · Foundation Rolling · $250 – $3K 'Separately from our quarterly grants, Community West Foundation supports families by offering community meals, food pantries, clothing and more.	Rolling	$250 – $3K
Resource Grant Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K A Resource Grant is a matching grant designed to help qualifying Indiana congregations fund a variety of expenses, resources, and activities to meet their congregational goals.	Not published	Up to $25K
Parish Ministry Grants Episcopal Ministries of Long Island · Foundation Not published · $15K – $20K Help local churches in the Diocese of Long Island fund outreach ministry, grow in sustainability, and cultivate the gifts necessary to live out their ministry calling, both practically and spiritually.	Not published	$15K – $20K
Bill and Susan Sherrard Foundation Grant Sherrard Bill & Susan Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $40K The Bill and Susan Sherrard Foundation, established in 2001, focuses on enhancing the lives of residents in Henry County, Illinois.	Not published	$5K – $40K
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
Chinberg-Eberle Memorial Nursing Scholarship Grant McPherson County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K The Chinberg-Eberle Memorial Nursing Scholarship, offered by the McPherson County Community Foundation, supports members of the First Christian Church of McPherson or Galva pursuing nursing education.	Not published	$500 – $2K
NGHHC Grants North Georgia United Methodist Housing and Homeless Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The North Georgia United Methodist Housing & Homeless Council offers grants to support non-profit organizations serving the homeless and low-income communities.	Not published	Up to $10K
Kentucky Conference Mission Grants: International Missions The Kentucky Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Kentucky Conference Mission Grants support international missions, offering up to $2,000 annually to churches and organizations connected to The United Methodist Church.	Not published	Up to $2K
Marjorie Gillig Grant South Central Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Marjorie Gillig Grant, provided by the South Central Community Foundation, aims to enhance the lives of residents in Pratt County and the City of Kiowa, KS.	Not published	Varies
Competitive and Field of Interest Grants (General Grant Program) Richland County Foundation · Foundation Not published · $612K – $2.9M The Richland County Foundation awards grants to nonprofit organizations addressing community needs through competitive grants and field of interest grants (from unrestricted funds).	Not published	$612K – $2.9M
Antone & Edene Vidinha Charitable Trust Grant Antone and Edene Vidinha Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Antone & Edene Vidinha Charitable Trust Grant supports 501(c)(3) organizations on Kauai, focusing on churches, hospitals, health organizations, and educational scholarships for Kauai students.	Not published	Up to $500K
Community Accessibility Grant Huntington County Community Fdtn Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Accessibility Grant, offered by the Huntington County Community Foundation in partnership with AWS Foundation and Pathfinder Services, aims to enhance inclusivity in Huntington County.	Not published	Varies
Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands (CFVI) serves as the administrator of the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) in the USVI.	Not published	Varies
BCM/D State Missions Offering (SMO) Grants Baptist Foundation of Maryland/Delaware Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Baptist Convention of Maryland/Delaware (BCM/D) awards State Missions Offering (SMO) grants to affiliated churches and ministries — e.g., a captured story describes Aletheia Church using an SMO grant to support collegiate ministry, and…	Not published	Varies
Friendship Baptist Church Scholarship Endowment Grant John Randolph Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Friendship Baptist Church Scholarship Endowment, established in 2014 to honor Deacon Paul Lawrence Quarrels, provides scholarships for educational pursuits at various institutions.	Not published	Up to $1K

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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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