Grants for Religious Nonprofits

Last updated October 10, 2026

Grantable tracks 364 active grants for religious nonprofits in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 5 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 145 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 364; from 275 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $5,000–$25K
Total listed funding: $11.4M; across 145 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 4; 22 with a published date

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John W. and Anna H. Hanes Foundation Grant Ta John W and Anna H · Foundation Not published · Varies The John W. and Anna H. Hanes Foundation Grant, established in 1947, aims to enhance the lives of North Carolina citizens, initially focusing on Forsyth County.	Not published	Varies
National Fund for Sacred Places Grant Program Partners for Sacred Places Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K – $500K The National Fund for Sacred Places Grant Program supports historic houses of worship in the U.S. through matching grants ranging from $50,000 to $250,000.	Not published	$50K – $500K
Raskob Foundation: International Grants Raskob Foundation for Catholic · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Raskob Foundation, established in 1945, is dedicated to supporting the Roman Catholic Church and its associated organizations globally.	Not published	Up to $200K
Lee A. and Mary J. Rieth Foundation Grant Tr UA Lee & Mary Jane Rieth Fdn · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: To locate information about this grant program, please search by name using the foundation finder here._ The Foundation makes grants in the areas of environment, religion, environmental education and nature education. _You can learn…	Not published	Varies
Kendrick Foundation Grants Kendrick Foundation Co Bank of America NA · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Kendrick Foundation, established in 1977, supports organizations that spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ through various media, primarily focusing on radio and television.	Not published	$3K – $10K
Walter & Jessie Francisco Charitable Foundation Grant Walter & Jessie Francisco Char Fnd · Foundation Not published · Varies The Walter & Jessie Francisco Charitable Foundation Grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations serving Janesville and Rock County, Wisconsin.	Not published	Varies
Carnahan-Jackson Foundation Grant Chautauqua Region Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The trust, known as the Carnahan-Jackson Foundation, was created and is operated exclusively for religious, charitable, scientific, testing for public safety, literary, or educational purposes, or for the prevention of cruelty to children…	Not published	Varies
Growing Your Stewardship Scholarship Grant The Catholic Foundation of Central Florida Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K Supports professional development of pastors, parish staff, school staff, and ministry leaders to attend the International Catholic Stewardship Council (ICSC) Conference.	Not published	$1K
CFNGA Catholic Community Grants The Catholic Foundation of North Georgia · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Only Catholic school applications are accepted during the spring grant cycle.	Not published	Varies
Adeline & George McQueen Foundation Grant Adeline & George McQueen Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Adeline & George McQueen Foundation Grant supports charitable, educational, religious, and hospital organizations in Texas. It primarily funds nonprofit organizations recognized under section 501(c)3 of the IRS tax code.	Not published	Varies
Edward Madigan Foundation Grant Madigan Edward Fdn Tuw · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Edward Madigan Foundation, established in memory of Edward J. Madigan, supports public charities focused on education, health, human services, and religion.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Feigenbaum Foundation Grants The Feigenbaum Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The founders, brothers Armand and Donald Feigenbaum, had a deep respect and love for the Berkshires.	Not published	Varies
Myrtle And William Hess Charitable Trust Grant Myrtle E & Wm G Hess Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Myrtle And William Hess Charitable Trust Grant provides funding to Catholic charitable organizations focused on education and scientific initiatives in Oakland County, MI, with a specific preference for those in Waterford and White…	Not published	Varies
McInnes Charitable Trust Grant McInnes S and J Char Tr · Foundation Not published · $20K – $35K The McInnes Charitable Trust, founded by Sally and John McInnes, aims to support organizations in Colorado focused on animal welfare, children's health, education, and empowerment.	Not published	$20K – $35K
Lydia Collins deForest Charitable Trust Grant Lydia Collins Deforest Char Tr Uw · Foundation Not published · $25K – $50K The Lydia Collins deForest Charitable Trust, established in 2002, focuses on supporting organizations that aid the visually impaired, religious institutions aligned with the Episcopal Church, and services for the homeless or…	Not published	$25K – $50K
Leo Niessen, Jr. Charitable Trust Grant Leo Niessen Jr Charitable Tr-Main · Foundation Not published · Varies The Leo Niessen, Jr. Charitable Trust Grant supports qualified 501(c)(3) organizations engaged in charitable, religious, scientific, literary, or educational activities.	Not published	Varies
Church and Nonprofit Grants Davie Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant category for church and nonprofit organizations in Davie Community Foundation	Not published	Varies
Equity Grant Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Equity Grant is designed to serve congregations impacted by systemic injustice or inequality, with a more favorable match requirement than standard Resource Grants.	Not published	Up to $25K
Indianapolis Center For Congregations: Resource Grants Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Indianapolis Center for Congregations offers Resource Grants to support Indiana congregations in addressing challenges and opportunities.	Not published	Up to $25K
Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church Scholarship supports students from six specific high schools in Southern Wisconsin who plan to attend a Lutheran institution.	Not published	Varies
Kentucky Conference Mission Grants: Kentucky Conference The Kentucky Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Kentucky Conference Mission Grants provide financial support for mission work within the Kentucky Annual Conference and internationally.	Not published	Up to $2K
Kronlund Foundation Grant Kronlund Foundation Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kronlund Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations, primarily focusing on Michigan. This grant emphasizes areas such as religious, scientific, and educational initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Edyth Bush Charitable Foundation Grant Edyth Bush Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The Edyth Bush Charitable Foundation Grant supports charitable, religious, and educational organizations focused on improving the lives of underprivileged individuals.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Gambrill Foundation Grant Ta Gambrill Foundation CT-Main · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Gambrill Foundation provides grants to 501(c)(3) organizations for religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes, primarily within Anderson County, South Carolina.	Not published	$5K – $15K

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About grants for religious nonprofits

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for religious nonprofits award?

Of the 364 grants for religious nonprofits Grantable lists as of October 10, 2026, 145 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $25K. The largest is $2.9M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for religious nonprofits?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Presbyterian Mission Agency (10), Catholic Extension (9), Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma Inc (6), St Luke's Methodist Church Foundation Inc (6), and Synod of the Mid-Atlantic (6). In all, 275 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for religious nonprofits due?

Of 364 grants listed, 4 accept applications on a rolling basis, 22 have a published upcoming deadline, 48 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 290 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 59% fall in January–March.

What grants are available for religious nonprofits?

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.

Which foundations fund religious organizations?

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.

Do religious nonprofits need 501(c)(3) status to apply?

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.

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