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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George and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation Grant George & Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The George and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation, established in 1954, supports education, arts, scientific projects, and religious advancement in Texas.	Not published	Varies
Gerre Hancock Internship Association of Anglican Musicians · Foundation Not published · Varies Internship program providing mentoring and training in church music within the Episcopal Church context.	Not published	Varies
ECF Grant Program Episcopal Community Foundation for Middle and North Georgia · Foundation Not published · Varies The ECF Grant Program supports the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta by funding ministries that address poverty and oppression.	Not published	Varies
Mental Health Initiative Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Mental Health Initiative is an education and grant initiative designed to assist Indiana congregations in addressing mental health and wellness among their members. This opportunity includes both educational sessions and grant funding.	Not published	Up to $40K
Gordon J. Barnett Memorial Foundation: Florida Grants Barnett Gordon J Mem Fdn Ta · Foundation Not published · $1K – $20K The Gordon J. Barnett Memorial Foundation, established in 1955, supports religious, charitable, scientific, and educational initiatives in Florida, with special focus on organizations aiding children and animals.	Not published	$1K – $20K
Raskob Foundation: Domestic Grants Raskob Foundation for Catholic · Foundation Not published · $15K – $35K The Raskob Foundation offers domestic grants to organizations located in the U.S. and its territories. Founded in 1945, this private, non-profit foundation focuses on supporting Catholic institutions.	Not published	$15K – $35K
The Vatterott Foundation Grants Vatterott Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Foundation accepts applications on a rolling/ ongoing basis. Organizations are welcome to apply once a year.	Not published	Varies
Simmons Family Foundation Grant Simmons Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Simmons Family Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations in Utah. Established in 1986, it prioritizes projects that promote good citizenship through religious, medical, community, art, and educational initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Catholic School Sustainability Initiative Grant Catholic Extension · Foundation Not published · Varies The Catholic School Sustainability Initiative Grant aims to support struggling Catholic schools in becoming viable, well-managed institutions.	Not published	Varies
NUMF: Ministry Grants Nebr United Methodist Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation awards ministry grants to Nebraska churches and affiliated agencies of the Great Plains United Methodist Conference. Through these awards of grant dollars, we seek to enhance and expand ministries.	Not published	Varies
Preaching Outreach Assistance Fund The Simi Hills Preaching Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies To assist Christadelphian Ecclesias in their preaching and Gospel outreach efforts, with the goal of enabling Ecclesias to INCREASE the amount of their outreach efforts and effectively DOUBLE the amount of outreach.	Not published	Varies
J. Y. Sanders Foundation Grant Jy Sanders Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The J. Y. Sanders Foundation Grant provides funding for religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes, primarily benefiting educational and historical entities in Louisiana.	Not published	Varies
Margaret C. Woodson Foundation Grant Program Foundation for the Carolinas · Foundation Not published · Varies The Margaret C. Woodson Foundation Grant Program, established in 1955, aims to enhance public welfare through support for charitable, educational, and religious organizations.	Not published	Varies
Ecclesial Hall Financing (No-Interest Loans) The Simi Hills Preaching Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies To assist Ecclesias in the financing of Ecclesial Halls through no-interest loans to support their Gospel sharing and community facilities.	Not published	Varies
Katherine C. Carmody Charitable Trust Grant Katherine C Carmody Charitable Tuw · Foundation Not published · Varies The Katherine C. Carmody Charitable Trust, established in 1957, supports 501(c)(3) charitable organizations in Texas, focusing on education, human services, and religion-related programs.	Not published	Varies
Lutheran Congregation Grant Lutheran Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Lutheran Congregation Grant, offered by the Lutheran Foundation, supports member congregations in northeast Indiana to promote mental wellness and reduce stigma surrounding mental illness.	Not published	$2K
CFA Ministry Grants The Kentucky Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The CFA Ministry Grants Initiative, part of the Kentucky Conference's mission, supports local churches in developing ministries focused on stewardship, technology, and leadership development.	Not published	Up to $500
Church Partnership Program Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Designed to strengthen the bond between CBTS students and local churches by providing tuition-free theological education for church members, while allowing churches to invest in raising up the next generation of pastors.	Not published	Varies
Episcopal Community Grants The Sheltering Arms Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Carnahan-Jackson Foundation Grant Carnahan-Jackson Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $150K The Carnahan-Jackson Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) and religious organizations in Chautauqua County, focusing on educational initiatives such as scholarships and libraries, as well as addressing basic human needs.	Not published	$1K – $150K
Moses D. Nunnally, Jr. Charitable Trust B Grant Moses D. Nunnally, Jr. Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $5K – $75K The Moses D. Nunnally, Jr. Charitable Trust B Grant supports charitable activities in the Greater Richmond, Virginia area, established in 1984 by Moses D. Nunnally, Jr. It focuses on arts, education, health, human services, and religion…	Not published	$5K – $75K
Frank L. Weyenberg Charitable Trust Grant Franks L Wyenberg Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Frank L. Weyenberg Charitable Trust provides grants to organizations engaged in charitable, educational, scientific, literary, and religious activities.	Not published	Varies
Doheny Foundation Capital Grant Carrie Estelle Doheny Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K The Doheny Foundation Capital Grant focuses on enhancing social welfare, health, education, and religious initiatives in Los Angeles.	Not published	$50K
Tom McNabb Young Hibernian Leadership Scholarship Ancient Order of the Hibernians in America Inc - Parent Organization · Foundation Not published · Varies Established to recognize and develop younger AOH members as leaders.	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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