Faith-Based Grants
Last updated October 8, 2026
Grantable tracks 504 active faith-based grants in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 7 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 207 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.
- Grants tracked
- 504
- from 345 funders
- Median award
- $10K
- middle half $3,000–$40K
- Total listed funding
- $14.8M
- across 207 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 19
- 31 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Forrest Turpen Legacy Grant Christian Educators Association International · Foundation ~October · Up to $500 The Forrest Turpen Legacy Grant, run by Christian Educators (CEAI), offers project grants of up to $500 to 'Members with Coverage' of Christian Educators to help them 'shine Jesus' light' on their K-12 public/private school campus or… | |
| Iverson Freking Ecumenical Recognition Award Bethany-St Joseph Corporation · Foundation ~October · Varies This prestigious award has recognized Seven Rivers Region faith-filled people of action for 38 years. Named in honor of the late Carl Iverson and the late Bishop Frederick Freking. | |
| Catholic Foundation Grant Program Catholic Foundation of the Dioceses of St Augustine Inc · Foundation ~November · Varies Building a Christ-centered future for the good works of the Church in North Florida through grantmaking to support the missions of diocesan parishes, schools, and ministries | |
| Ministry Exploration and Mentoring Projects for Young Adults The Fund for Theological Education Inc · Foundation ~November · $1K FTE provides support to young leaders interested in exploring ministry as a vocation and connects them with congregations within communities they want to serve. | |
| Walton County Christmas Assistance Program Faith in Serving Humanity · Foundation ~December · Varies This community program provides Christmas assistance to families in need in Walton County. The program aims to bless children during the holiday season by connecting families in challenging circumstances with community support and gifts. | |
| Mary Jeanne Kennedy Anderson Youth Faith in Action Scholarship Catholic Charities Inc Diocese of Madison · Foundation ~December · $2K This scholarship was established in 2014 in memory of Mary Jeanne Kennedy Anderson, a retired Madison-area nurse who served on the Catholic Charities board of directors and various committees. | |
| FIRE Grants - Catholic School and Parish Leadership Foundation for Inclusive Religious Education Inc · Foundation ~January · Varies Support Catholic schools in enrolling children with significant intellectual/developmental disabilities or learning differences | |
| CPPS Heritage Mission Fund Grant CPPS Heritage Mission Fund · Foundation ~January · $5K – $100K 'The CPPS Heritage Mission Fund, imbued with the gospel message and the mission and charism of the Sisters of the Precious Blood, responds to requests for financial support for programs and projects that promote the values of Precious… | |
| Start Up Support for a New Program/Project CPPS Heritage Mission Fund · Foundation ~January · $5K – $100K For organizations requesting start up support for a new program. Grant funds would be used to launch a new program and cover new expenses that are not currently a part of the organization's budget. | |
| Operating Support for Existing Programs/Projects CPPS Heritage Mission Fund · Foundation ~January · $5K – $100K For organizations requesting operating support to continue an existing program(s)/project(s). | |
| CPPS Heritage Mission Fund - General Grants CPPS Heritage Mission Fund · Foundation ~January · $5K – $100K | |
| Capital Projects CPPS Heritage Mission Fund · Foundation ~January · $5K – $100K For organizations requesting funds for capital support for facility construction or renovation. Special Requirements for Capital Requests: | |
| Expansion/Enhancement of Existing Programs/Projects CPPS Heritage Mission Fund · Foundation ~January · $5K – $100K For organizations requesting funds to expand or enhance an existing program/project. | |
| IPCF Small Grants Cycle Orlean & Ralph W Beeson Fund · Foundation ~January · Up to $8K The IPCF Small Grants Cycle is an annual funding opportunity that opens at the beginning of each new year. Organizations may request grants of $7,500 or less through the online application portal. | |
| Parish Leadership Support Grant MARTIN de PORRES FOUNDATION CO MCCLOSKEY FINANCIAL GROUP · Foundation ~March · Varies | |
| Evangelization Grant MARTIN de PORRES FOUNDATION CO MCCLOSKEY FINANCIAL GROUP · Foundation ~March · Varies | |
| Ministry Support Grant MARTIN de PORRES FOUNDATION CO MCCLOSKEY FINANCIAL GROUP · Foundation ~March · Varies | |
| Youth and Young Adult Initiatives Grant MARTIN de PORRES FOUNDATION CO MCCLOSKEY FINANCIAL GROUP · Foundation ~March · Varies | |
| Scholarship Program MARTIN de PORRES FOUNDATION CO MCCLOSKEY FINANCIAL GROUP · Foundation ~March · Varies | |
| Leadership Development Grant MARTIN de PORRES FOUNDATION CO MCCLOSKEY FINANCIAL GROUP · Foundation ~March · Varies | |
| CRCF Community Impact Grants Chautauqua Region Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Mar 2, 2027 · $4K – $20K The CRCF Community Impact Grants support nonprofits and organizations in Southern Chautauqua County, fostering significant community development. | |
| Living the Faith Grants The Catholic Community Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies The Living the Faith Grant Cycle is the Catholic Community Foundation's annual open application grant process for parishes in the Diocese of San Jose. | |
| Lahoma Routt Youth Ministry Grant Central Kentucky Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Mar 20, 2027 · Varies The Lahoma Routt Youth Ministry/Youth Sports Fund is a designated fund of the Central Kentucky Community Foundation with an annual application (due March 20). Note: supports youth ministry/sports; detail thin on captured page. | |
| Heart of FIRE Scholarship - Student Scholarships Foundation for Inclusive Religious Education Inc · Foundation ~March · $10K Award scholarships to students (8th Grade & High School Seniors) who attend FIRE partner schools and have demonstrated commitment to the philosophy of inclusive Catholic education |
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Faith-based grants by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 19 4%
- Upcoming date published
- 31 6%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 99 20%
- No deadline published
- 355 70%
When dated deadlines fall
Share of the 31 grants with a published date, by quarter.
Funders with the most active faith-based grants
- Catholic Extension 9 active
- CPPS Heritage Mission Fund 9 active
- Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma Inc 8 active
- Presbyterian Mission Agency 8 active
- Faith in Place 7 active
- Episcopal Community Services of the Diocese of Northern California 6 active
345 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 504 active faith-based grants (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of October 8, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 3 listed amounts over $10M are left out, since they're usually program-wide totals rather than single awards.
About faith-based grants
Faith-based organizations can pursue funding from both private foundations and federal sources. On the federal side, faith-based and neighborhood organizations are eligible to compete for grants on an equal basis with secular nonprofits through agency Centers for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships at departments like HHS, Justice, and Education. Private funders include large religious foundations such as the Lilly Endowment, denominational and community foundations, and donor networks that support faith-driven social services.
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Faith-Based Grants by state
Browse faith-based grants available to organizations in 12 states.
Top funders for faith-based
Foundations and grantmakers active in religion related — explore each funder's giving history, typical grant sizes, and what they fund.
- CCF-La Supporting Organization Glendale, CA $114.6M given/yr
- Skyline Foundation San Francisco, CA $80.4M given/yr
- Tenacre Foundation Princeton, NJ $31.4M given/yr
- Permanent Endowment Fund of Moody Methodist Church Galveston, TX $24.2M given/yr
- The Catholic Foundation No Colorado Greenwood Village, CO $24.1M given/yr
- Decoster Family Charitable Turner, ME $21.5M given/yr
- The John G and Marie Stella Kenedy Memorial Foundation Corpus Christi, TX $16.8M given/yr
- Andrew Wommack Ministries Inc Woodland Park, CO $15.5M given/yr
- Word of Life Foundation Inc Schroon Lake, NY $13.6M given/yr
- Woka Foundation Newbury Park, CA $13.0M given/yr
- USATransform Southlake, TX $12.8M given/yr
- John E Fetzer Institute Inc Kalamazoo, MI $12.4M given/yr
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do faith-based grants award?
Of the 504 faith-based grants Grantable lists as of October 8, 2026, 207 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $3,000 and $40K. The largest is $2.5M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most faith-based grants?
By number of active listings, the leading funders are Catholic Extension (9), CPPS Heritage Mission Fund (9), Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma Inc (8), Presbyterian Mission Agency (8), and Faith in Place (7). In all, 345 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
When are faith-based grants due?
Of 504 grants listed, 19 accept applications on a rolling basis, 31 have a published upcoming deadline, 99 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 355 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 61% fall in January–March.
What faith-based grants are available?
Faith-based organizations can pursue both federal grants and private foundation funding for social services such as housing, addiction recovery, education, hunger relief, and community development. The federal government does not set aside a separate funding stream for faith-based groups, but they may compete for agency grants on equal footing with other nonprofits, and many private foundations fund faith-driven programs directly.
Who funds faith-based organizations?
Funders include federal agencies (through Centers for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships at departments like HHS, Justice, and Education), large religious foundations such as the Lilly Endowment, denominational and community foundations, and private donor networks. The mix depends on whether you are seeking support for explicitly religious programming or for community social services.
Can a faith-based group receive government grants?
Yes. Faith-based organizations are eligible to apply for federal grants on the same basis as secular organizations. Federal funds, however, cannot be used for inherently religious activities like worship or proselytizing, and any such activities must be kept separate in time or location from the government-funded services. Private foundation grants do not carry these restrictions and may fund religious programming directly.
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