Cultivating Generosity Annual Grants Program
Christian Foundation of America DBA Christian Foundation of The West
Funding Amount
Not stated
Deadline
Closed
Grant Type
Foundation
Deadline history & next window
Closed — typically reopens in September
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- Cycle
- Annual
- Last deadline
- October 15, 2026
- Next expected
- Around October 2027
- Tracked since
- April 2026
Deadlines typically fall in: October
Source: the cycle recorded on this listing, projected from its last deadline. Confirm dates with the funder.
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Eligible organizations
- Local ministries in Ventura and Los Angeles counties
Other requirements
- Christian ministry organizations
Overview
Geographic Scope: Ventura and Los Angeles counties, California
Mission: Inspire dynamic church communities and disciples; serve those in need with Christ's love & compassion; build momentum for a culture of generosity and faith
Distinct Areas of Focus
- Church Growth & Outreach: Empowering congregations and mission organizations to expand their reach and impact, globally and domestically
- Compassion Ministries: Supporting work with homeless, poor, and disadvantaged neighbors as well as those in crisis or in need of gospel transformation
- Ministry Movements: Advancing discipleship and stewardship initiatives, part of the RENEWING CHRISTIAN LIFE initiative which seeks to make an impact on:
- Values-Based Education
- Civic Leadership
- Community Mercy
Eligibility
- Christian ministry organizations
- Local ministries in Ventura and Los Angeles counties
Program History
- Over 10 years of operation
- Has awarded over $537,000 to ministries since inception
- Last award cycle (2024): Ten organizations received $77,000 collectively
Contact Information
Christian Foundation of America
- Address: 1 Dole Drive, Suite 3133, Westlake Village, CA 91362
- Phone: (805) 523-9087
- Email: planners@cfa.charity
- Tax ID: 77-0566530
Annual Grant Cycle Key Dates (for 2026-27 cycle)
- Applications Open: September 1
- Submission Deadline: October 15
- Notifications to Recipients: January-February
- Awards Celebration: March
How to Apply
Application Process
Annual Grant Cycle Timeline
- Applications open on September 1
- Submit applications by October 15
- Recipients notified in January-February
- Awards celebration held in March
Note: Application materials and specific requirements are referenced as available to download from the website ("DOWNLOAD APPLICATION"), but detailed application instructions, required materials, and narrative questions are not provided in the extracted content.
What Christian Foundation of America DBA Christian Foundation of The West actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2024
- Grants in 2024
- 104
- Total given
- $3.77M
- Median grant
- $14K
- Range
- $5,500–$600K
- By dollars: California 51%, New York 16%, Florida 13%. Top recipient cities: Oxnard, CA; Newbury Park, CA; Westlake Villag, CA.
- 96% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
- 44% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.
Example grants
Avail NYV · New York, NY
General Fund
$600K
Christian Foundation of Ameri · Westlake Villag, CA
General Fund
$518K
Thirdmill · Casselberry, FL
General Fund
$400K
The Church at Rancho Bernardo · San Diego, CA
General Fund
$200K
Heartbeat International Inc · Columbus, OH
General Fund
$100K
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Christian nonprofits
- Faith-based
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