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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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
Louisville Institute: Pastoral Study Project Grant Louisville Institute · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Louisville Institute's Pastoral Study Project Grant supports clergy and lay leaders with grants up to $20,000 for independent studies on Christian life.	Not published	Up to $20K
Gertrude C. Fawley Foundation Grant Fawley Gertrude C Char Tr Ta · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Gertrude C. Fawley Foundation, established in 1997, supports various charitable causes including education, health services, arts, and religion.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Bellwether International Art Competition Bellwether International · Foundation Not published · Varies A competition showcasing powerful artworks from around the world exploring freedom of religion or belief and human rights.	Not published	Varies
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
David, Helen and Marian Woodward Fund (Watertown) Grant TW Marian W Ottley Atlanta Main · Foundation Not published · Varies The David, Helen and Marian Woodward Fund (Watertown) provides grants to 501(c)(3) organizations in New York and New England.	Not published	Varies
Elsie H. Wilcox Foundation Grant - General Operating Grants Elsie Wilcox Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Elsie H. Wilcox Foundation Grant supports various fields including arts, education, environment, health, human services, and religion.	Not published	Varies
Clarence H. and Anna Elizabeth Lutz Foundation Grant Clarence H & Anna E Lutz Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Clarence H. and Anna Elizabeth Lutz Foundation Grant aims to support a variety of community needs, including health, education, and religious projects.	Not published	Varies
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
Holy Cross Lutheran Mitchell Scholarship Grant Kearney Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Holy Cross Lutheran Mitchell Scholarship, managed by the Kearney Area Community Foundation, provides $1,000 to support students associated with Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Kearney, Nebraska.	Not published	$1K
Holzman Foundation Grant The Holzman Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $10K The Holzman Foundation Grant supports arts, education, humanitarian, and religious organizations in the Portland Metro area, continuing the philanthropic legacy of the Holzman family since 1990.	Not published	$500 – $10K
Juliette M. Atherton Scholarship - Undergraduate studies Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Juliette M. Atherton Scholarship supports undergraduate studies for children of Protestant ministers residing in Hawaii.	Not published	Varies
Interfaith Leadership and Religious Literacy Program Area Grant - Creating Opportunities for University Interfaith Engagement University of St Francis · Foundation Not published · $102K This grant supports the University of St. Francis in creating space for courageous multi-faith conversations and collaborations on campus.	Not published	$102K
The G. Roxy and Elizabeth C. Martin Foundation Grants Martin G Roxy & Eliz C Fdn Ta · Foundation Not published · $3K – $20K The G. Roxy and Elizabeth C. Martin Foundation, established in 1995, focuses on charitable causes in education, health services, arts, religion, youth services, and the environment.	Not published	$3K – $20K
R.C. Smith Foundation Grants The R C Smith Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The R.C. Smith Foundation Grants support community initiatives in Chenango County, focusing on 501(c)(3) organizations that benefit local residents and programs.	Not published	Varies
Clark and Ruby Baker Foundation Grant Clark and Ruby Baker Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Clark and Ruby Baker Foundation Grant aims to support charitable organizations that align with the philanthropic mission of the Baker family, focusing on Methodist-affiliated educational institutions, aid for disadvantaged children…	Not published	Varies
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
Synod of the Mid-Atlantic - Small Church Grants Synod of the Mid-Atlantic · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Synod of the Mid-Atlantic offers Small Church Grants to support new and small Presbyterian churches in their mission projects.	Not published	Up to $5K
Inga M. Johnson Endowment Fund West Central Initiative · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Shapira Grants The United Jewish Fund and Council St Paul Jewish Federation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Synod of the Mid-Atlantic - Jubilee Trust Fund Grant Synod of the Mid-Atlantic · Foundation Not published · Varies The Synod of the Mid-Atlantic's Jubilee Trust Fund supports mission projects aimed at enhancing African-American leadership within congregations.	Not published	Varies
Sachen Foundation Grant Program Sachen Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Camp-Younts Foundation Grant Camp-Younts Fdnunrestricted UA Tr · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Camp-Younts Foundation Grant, established in 1955, focuses on supporting organizations that assist poor and needy individuals in Virginia and Metro Atlanta, Georgia.	Not published	$3K – $10K
John C. Lasko Foundation Trust Grant John C Lasko Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The John C. Lasko Foundation Trust Grant supports the construction of worship spaces across the nation, requiring churches to fund at least 50% of the project costs.	Not published	Varies

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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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