Last updated June 14, 2026
There are currently 388 active grants for religious nonprofits in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
Religious nonprofits across traditions are funded through a combination of faith-specific foundations, community foundations, and federal partnerships. Dedicated funders range from the Lilly Endowment and the Maclellan Foundation in the Christian space to Jewish family foundations and Federations, alongside interfaith and denominational grantmakers. Federal agencies also fund religious organizations' social-service work on an equal basis with secular nonprofits through their faith-based partnership centers.
#GaryInspiredMe Scholarship for Lackawanna County Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Scranton Area Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Students interested in one or more…
#GaryInspiredMe Scholarship for Luzerne County Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Scranton Area Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Students interested in one or more of…
1521 Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: 1521 Foundation LLC Last Updated: February 02, 2026 Summary The 1521 Foundation Grant aims to continue Martin Luther's vision of promoting gospel freedom…
A. Lindsay and Olive B. O'Connor Foundation: Full Board Committee- Over $5,000 Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: A. Lindsay and Olive B. O’Connor Foundation Amount: More than US $5,000 Last Updated:…
A. M. Pate Jr. Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: A M Pate Jr Charitable Trust Amount: US $10,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: January 10, 2026 Summary The A. M. Pate Jr. Charitable Trust…
AAM Endowment Grant Program Purpose: Provides financial assistance for projects or programs supporting the mission of AAM: to "elevate, stimulate, and support music and the allied arts in the liturgy…
Adeline & George McQueen Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Adeline & George McQueen Foundation Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Adeline & George McQueen Foundation Grant supports…
AF: Grants - $5,001 and Above - Community Development, Religion & Other Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ashtabula Foundation Amount: More than US $5,001 Last Updated: April 22, 2025 Summary The Ashtabula…
Alice McCaffrey Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary The Alice McCaffrey Scholarship Fund, established in 2013 by Saints John…
Overview * Education * Human Service * Health Related * Arts/Culture * Environmental * Religious * Other Eligibility _You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's…
American Bible Society (ABS) Research Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Bible Society Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: December 13, 2025 Summary The American Bible Society (ABS)…
Andrew Fuller Scholarship Purpose: A program for students whose academic abilities are hindered by financial constraints. Provides scholarships for students who have the time and gifts to progress…
Ann E. Talcott Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ann E. Talcott Fund Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: June 04, 2025 Summary The Ann E. Talcott Fund Grant supports charitable organizations…
AOH Hurricane Sandy Relief Fund Status: Historical program (Hurricane Sandy occurred in 2012; content references relief efforts as past event) Overview: Emergency relief program established by the…
B. J. Runnels Dean Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Last Updated: August 17, 2025 Summary The B. J. Runnels Dean Scholarship Fund, established by…
Barnitz Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Barnitz Fund Last Updated: July 21, 2025 Summary The Barnitz Fund Grant provides financial support for religious and charitable purposes in Middletown, Ohio,…
Bellevue Heights Church Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bellevue Heights Church Foundation Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The Bellevue Heights Church Foundation, established over 30…
Bellwether Ambassador Program Overview: A volunteer program seeking passionate individuals to dedicate time and creativity to raise awareness for freedom of religion or belief. Mission: Promote and…
Bellwether International Art Competition Overview: A competition showcasing powerful artworks from around the world exploring freedom of religion or belief and human rights. Focus Areas: - Freedom of…
Benjamin H. Smyser Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Benjamin H. Smyser Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: March 15, 2026 Summary The Benjamin H. Smyser Foundation,…
Grants support congregational and community life, religious education, faith-based social services, leadership development, and humanitarian work. Funding comes from tradition-specific foundations, denominational and community foundations, and federal programs that fund the social-service work of religious organizations. Both program grants and general operating support are available depending on the funder.
Funders vary by tradition: the Lilly Endowment and Maclellan Foundation are major Christian funders, while Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies and Jewish Federations support Jewish life. Many community foundations, denominational agencies, and family foundations also fund religious nonprofits, and federal agencies fund faith organizations' social services through their faith-based partnership offices.
Most foundations require 501(c)(3) status or a fiscal sponsor, though houses of worship are generally treated as tax-exempt automatically and many faith funders welcome them. For federal grants, religious organizations apply on equal footing with secular nonprofits but cannot use federal funds for inherently religious activities. Confirm each funder's eligibility and use restrictions before applying.