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Deadline

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Grant Type

Foundation

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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

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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

  1. Applications open on September 1
  2. Submit applications by October 15
  3. Recipients notified in January-February
  4. 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

IRS Form 990, 2024. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Christian nonprofits
  • Faith-based

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