How much funding does MBC Church Grant Program provide?

MBC Church Grant Program provides $5,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for MBC Church Grant Program?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around October.

Who is eligible for MBC Church Grant Program?

Eligible applicants: Missouri Baptist Convention (MBC) churches.

How often is MBC Church Grant Program offered?

MBC Church Grant Program runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected October 19, 2026.

MBC Church Grant Program

Missouri Baptist Foundation

Foundation Annual Grants for Churches Grants for Christian Nonprofits Faith-Based Grants

Funding Amount

$5,000

Deadline

Expected ~October

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: October 19, 2026
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: October

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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

Eligible organizations

Missouri Baptist Convention (MBC) churches

Other requirements

Churches must be members of the Missouri Baptist Convention

Not eligible / not funded

Not eligible: Recipients of a $5,000 grant from the previous year are not eligible for that year's funding but may reapply the following year

Overview

Geographic Scope: Missouri Baptist Convention (MBC) churches in Missouri

Program Overview:
In 2022, the Missouri Baptist Foundation recognized a need to support Missouri Baptist Convention churches in overcoming financial barriers and helping churches expand, enhance, and improve their ministries through targeted projects and events. Since its inception, the foundation has received over 130 grant applications and has distributed more than $230,000 to MBC churches.

Eligible Applicants:

Missouri Baptist Convention (MBC) churches
Churches must be members of the Missouri Baptist Convention

Funded Project Examples:

Creation of community parks
Remodeling of Awana children's spaces
Relocation of nursery areas
Repairs to baptisteries
Establishment of internships
Organization of block parties
Development of donation closets
Support for foster families
Technology updates (sound systems, video equipment)
Celebrate Recovery ministries
Evangelism conferences
Foster care support programs
Family ministry space renovations
Baptismal renovations
Transportation projects
Portable baptisteries
Digital signs
Access projects
Building renovations
Trail Life troops
Archery ministries
Vacation Bible School

Eligibility Restrictions:

Recipients of a $5,000 grant from the previous year are not eligible for that year's funding but may reapply the following year

Application Status:
The application period is currently closed.

Contact Information:

Phone: (573) 761-0717
Email: info@mbfn.org
Physical Address: 400 East High St Suite 500, Jefferson City, MO 65101
Mailing Address: PO Box 1113, Jefferson City, MO 65102

How to Apply

Application Process

Current Status: Application period is currently closed

Application Timeline:

Applications are accepted during specific periods (exact dates not provided in current materials)
Grant recipients are announced at the MBC Annual Meeting
Next announcement: October 28th, 2025 at the 2025 MBC Annual Meeting in Branson

Note: Applicants should contact the Missouri Baptist Foundation directly for current application deadlines and procedures.

Contact for Application Information:

Phone: (573) 761-0717
Email: info@mbfn.org

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What Missouri Baptist Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 32
Total given: $1.08M
Median grant: $10K
Range: $5,250–$557K

By dollars: California 52%, Missouri 26%, Arizona 14%. Top recipient cities: Jefferson City, MO; Ontario, CA; Meza, AZ.
50% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.