Last updated June 12, 2026
There are currently 150 active grants for churches in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
MBC Church Grant Program Funder: Missouri Baptist Foundation (MBF) Geographic Scope: Missouri Baptist Convention (MBC) churches in Missouri Program Overview: In 2022, the Missouri Baptist Foundation…
Mental Health Initiative Funder: Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc Geographic Scope: Indiana congregations Award Amount: Up to $40,000 Initiative Type: Education and grant initiative…
Ministry Grant Program Funder: Nebraska United Methodist Foundation Geographic Scope: Nebraska United Methodist churches and affiliated churches and agencies of the Great Plains United Methodist…
Ministry Grants Funder: Missouri United Methodist Foundation (MUMF) Geographic Scope: Missouri Eligible Applicants: United Methodist churches and related agencies throughout Missouri Program…
Monsignor Leo Adamiak Trust Grant (Ohio) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Monsignor Leo Adamiak Trust Last Updated: November 28, 2025 Summary The Monsignor Leo Adamiak Trust Grant provides financial assistance…
Narragansett Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Narragansett Number One Foundation Last Updated: February 19, 2025 Summary The Narragansett Foundation Grant aims to support charitable,…
National Fund for Sacred Places Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Partners For Sacred Places Inc Amount: US $50,000 - US $500,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The National Fund for…
Native American Church Property Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Presbyterian Mission Agency Last Updated: November 04, 2025 Summary The Native American Church Property Grants, administered by the…
Nehemiah Fund for Development Projects Funder: Anglican Relief and Development Fund (ARDF) Purpose: Provides support for development projects both large and small in communities throughout the Global…
NGHHC Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Georgia United Methodist Housing and Homeless Council Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary The North Georgia United Methodist…
Not-for-Profit Matching Grants Purpose: To further the mission of The Galena Foundation by providing financial support for community projects which preserve, enhance or nurture Galena's heritage,…
Overview Ministry Grants 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…
Oldham Little Church Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oldham Little Church Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Oldham Little Church…
One by One Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: 4Imprint Amount: US $500 in in-kind support Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The One by One Program Grant, offered by 4Imprint, provides…
Parish Facilities Grant Funder: Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma Inc Geographic Scope: Archdiocese of Oklahoma City Purpose: Assist parishes and mission churches with facility maintenance, repairs,…
Parish Life Grant Funder: Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma Inc Geographic Scope: Archdiocese of Oklahoma City (central and western Oklahoma) Purpose: Support various ministry projects in parishes,…
Parish Ministry Grants Funder: Episcopal Ministries of Long Island (EMLI) Geographic Scope: Episcopal Diocese of Long Island, New York Purpose: Help local churches in the Diocese of Long Island fund…
Perot-Fiero Foundation Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Central Georgia Last Updated: July 28, 2025 Summary The Perot-Fiero Foundation Fund, managed by the Community…
Perry County Affiliate Grantmaking Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc. Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: March 26, 2026 Summary The Perry County Affiliate…
POET Community Impact Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: POET, LLC Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The POET Community Impact Grant is a one-time funding opportunity aimed at supporting local…
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.
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.
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.