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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Episcopal Foundation of Dallas Annual Grant Program Episcopal Foundation Of Dallas · Foundation ~March · $3K – $30K The Episcopal Foundation of Dallas offers direct financial support through an annual grant program benefiting parishes, schools, and other not-for-profit agencies throughout the Dallas Diocese.	~March	$3K – $30K
Chautauqua Region Community Foundation: Geographic Fund Grants Chautauqua Region Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Apr 1, 2027 · $1K – $4K The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation offers Geographic Fund Grants to support emerging needs and one-time costs for organizations in Falconer, Kennedy, Ellington, and Randolph, NY.	Apr 1, 2027	$1K – $4K
St. Paul the Apostle Council 560 Scholarship Knights of Columbus 560 · Foundation ~April · Up to $2K	~April	Up to $2K
Lutheran Charities (WNY) Grant Program Lutheran Charities · Foundation ~April · Varies	~April	Varies
Grant Providing Program The Mainstay Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mainstay Foundation aims to foster and facilitate growth and progress in the Muslim community in the United States by coordinating human and financial resources.	Not published	Varies
William Holland and Alyce Holland Foundation Grant South Dakota Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies As a statewide community foundation, we work with donors, nonprofits and community leaders to strengthen philanthropy in South Dakota every day.	Not published	Varies
Community Connection Fund Midwest Electric Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 – $3K A voluntary charitable program administered by Midwest Electric, Inc. that distributes funds to west-central Ohio charities and community projects.	Not published	$250 – $3K
Khyentse Fellowship Khyentse Foundation · Foundation Not published · $30K The Khyentse Fellowship is Khyentse Foundation's top honor, providing a US$30,000 award to support the recipient's continued activity in preserving and promoting the Buddhadharma. The fellowship recognizes individuals who demonstrate:	Not published	$30K
CFNJ: Church in Radburn Christian Values Grant Community Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Not published · $15K – $50K The CFNJ: Church in Radburn Christian Values Grant aims to support organizations that reflect Christian values through impactful community engagement.	Not published	$15K – $50K
1521 Foundation Grant 1521 Foundation LLC · Foundation Not published · Varies The 1521 Foundation Grant aims to continue Martin Luther's vision of promoting gospel freedom and service to the neighbor.	Not published	Varies
Hope For Memphis Fund Grant Christian Community Foundation of Memphis · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hope for Memphis Fund’s mission is to fund efforts to create more sustainable and more effective Christian ministries and leaders who are seeking citywide transformation.	Not published	Varies
Missional Residencies Quadw Missional Outreach · Foundation Not published · Varies A 9-12 month long-term program designed to support spiritual growth, help discover calling, and practice the way of Jesus through community service and leadership development.	Not published	Varies
WI - Empowering Faith Communities Faith in Place · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
The Go Fund Traveling Team Inc · Foundation Rolling · 100% of student debt for approved missionaries Eliminate the barrier of student debt for qualified missionaries working among the unreached by paying 100% of student debt for approved missionaries.	Rolling	100% of student debt for approved missionaries
Area Grants Program Sovereign Military Hospitaller Order of Saint John of Jerusalem of Rhodes · Foundation Not published · Varies The Malta Human Services Foundation donates money annually to be used solely for the American Association's Grant Program.	Not published	Varies
Martin Family Foundation Grant The Martin Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Martin Family Foundation, established in 2001, focuses on supporting 501(c)(3) organizations that promote faith-based education, assist the poor and at-risk, and uphold the sanctity of human life.	Not published	Varies
Versafund Grant Program: Venture Grant Versacare Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $40K The Versafund Grant Program: Venture Grant provides financial support ranging from $10,001 to $40,000 for projects aimed at community engagement, education, and humanitarian efforts.	Not published	$10K – $40K
Hansen Family Trust Christian Endowment Fund Grants Humboldt Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Hansen Family Trust Christian Endowment Fund Grants, administered by the Humboldt Area Foundation, support local and international Christian organizations, focusing on Lutheran activities.	Not published	Up to $5K
Shapira Grants The United Jewish Fund and Council St Paul Jewish Federation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Team 1 Plastics Corporate Donor Advised Fund Grant Albion Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Team 1 Plastics Corporate Donor Advised Fund, managed by the Albion Community Foundation, offers grants up to $1,000 to support educational initiatives benefiting the greater Albion area.	Not published	Up to $1K
LMC Legacy Foundation Grants LMC Legacy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The LMC Legacy Foundation Grants aim to promote hope and healing through innovative behavioral healthcare resources.	Not published	Varies
Stindt, Ben j., Scholarship Grant Beatrice Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Stindt, Ben j., Scholarship, offered by the Beatrice Educational Foundation, provides a $1,000 award to a graduating senior of Beatrice High School.	Not published	$1K
Sachen Foundation Grant Program Sachen Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Domanada Foundation Grant Domanada Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Domanada Foundation Grant supports organizations focused on Jesus Christ's mission, prioritizing theological education, leadership development, and justice issues.	Not published	Varies

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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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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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