How much funding does Grants for Christian Work provide?

Grants for Christian Work provides Up to US $10,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Grants for Christian Work?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Grants for Christian Work

Boston Baptist Social Union

Foundation Grants for Christian Nonprofits Faith-Based Grants Grants for Religious Nonprofits

Funding Amount

Up to US $10,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

Check your organization against each line. Taken from the listing; confirm with the funder's guidelines.

Other requirements

The following guidelines should be kept in mind when making an application for a grant:
Grants are generally restricted to work in the Greater Boston Area.
Grants are typically under $10,000, but larger amounts will be considered.
You will need financial information for your organization.

Overview

The Boston Baptist Social Union, established in 1864, is a prominent Christian organization in Massachusetts dedicated to fostering love and fellowship among men. Its mission is to support ministries in the Boston area through grants, overseen by a Board of Trustees. The organization encourages applications for grants typically under $10,000, aimed at enhancing Christian work within the community. This century-long commitment highlights its role in promoting valuable fellowship among Baptist laymen.

Boston Baptist Social Union
The Boston Baptist Social Union is "a Christian fellowship of men, promoting love among all people."
Our Christian Work Committee is elected to review and approve grants to Boston area ministries.
Our Goal
Our goal is to encourage worthwhile fellowship among Baptist laymen in the Boston area.

Eligibility

The following guidelines should be kept in mind when making an application for a grant:

Grants are generally restricted to work in the Greater Boston Area.
Grants are typically under $10,000, but larger amounts will be considered.

You will need financial information for your organization. Obtain a copy of the most recent audited financial statements. Prepare a budget for your project for the year.
You will need the organization's tax identification number and proof of 501(c) tax status.
Grant requests received on or before the deadline have a better chance of being funded.

What Boston Baptist Social Union actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2026

Grants in 2026: 44
Total given: $1.17M
Median grant: $16K
Range: $3,800–$255K

By dollars: Massachusetts 98%, Florida 1%, Maine <1%. Top recipient cities: Boston, MA; Lowell, MA; Dorchester, MA.
40% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
23% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.