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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Martha Sue Parr Trust Grant Martha Sue Parr Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Martha Sue Parr Trust Grant supports charitable, nonprofit organizations defined by section 501(c)3 of the IRS tax code, focusing on programs that benefit young people, religious organizations, and hospitals in Texas.	Not published	Varies
Fr. Charles L. Ganley Grant for Retired Priests and Seminarians Catholic Community Foundation of Mid-Michigan · Foundation Rolling · Varies	Rolling	Varies
Robert D. and Alma Moreton Foundation Grant Robert D and Alma Moreton Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robert D. and Alma Moreton Foundation Grant supports initiatives in religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational fields.	Not published	Varies
CFNGA Parish Enrichment Grants The Catholic Foundation of North Georgia · Foundation Not published · Varies The Grants Program at the Catholic Foundation helps ensure that organizations in the community have the financial resources to serve and make a real difference – now and in the future.	Not published	Varies
L.B. Danford Charitable Trust Grant LB Danford Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The L.B. Danford Charitable Trust Grant supports educational, health, human services, and religious initiatives primarily in Brazos and Grimes Counties, Texas.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Kentucky Conference Mission Grants: International Missions The Kentucky Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Kentucky Conference Mission Grants support international missions, offering up to $2,000 annually to churches and organizations connected to The United Methodist Church.	Not published	Up to $2K
Divine Economy Funds Contemplative Outreach Ltd · Foundation Rolling · Varies Contemplative Outreach accepts inquiries and proposals for funding through the Divine Economy Funds program.	Rolling	Varies
First United Church of Christ Mission Fund Grant Berks County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The First United Church of Christ Mission Fund provides vital support to various organizations and initiatives in Berks County, focusing on children's activities, senior citizen benefits, and hunger reduction.	Not published	Up to $10K
Engaging Young Catholics Grants Catholic Extension · Foundation Not published · Varies The Engaging Young Catholics Grants aim to support ministries that provide faith formation to children, teens, young adults, and families.	Not published	Varies
Jane Sheffield Scholarship Fund St Luke's Methodist Church Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $200	Not published	$200
The Reverend George R. Gunn, Jr. Disciple Fund Acts Legacy Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides assistance to retired members of the clergy of all faiths with limited personal resources.	Not published	Varies
Robert A. Mills Foundation Grant Robert Mills Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Robert A. Mills Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) organizations in New Jersey, focusing on charitable, religious, scientific, literary, humanitarian, scholarship, and educational initiatives.	Not published	$5K
Individual Practice Grant Khyentse Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Khyentse Foundation offers Individual Practice Grants aimed at supporting individuals dedicated to practicing dharma.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Spanos Family Memorial Scholarship Grant Erie Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Spanos Family Memorial Scholarship, funded by the Erie Community Foundation, offers financial support to outstanding students who are active members of the Assumption Greek Orthodox Church in Erie.	Not published	Varies
Religion and Theology: Responsive Grants The Henry Luce Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $1M The Henry Luce Foundation’s Religion and Theology: Responsive Grants program seeks to enhance understanding of religion in society by supporting innovative projects that challenge traditional narratives and foster diverse voices.	Not published	$10K – $1M
Religion and Animals PhD Studentship at University of Chester Creaturekind · Foundation Not published · Varies A fully-funded PhD studentship for a project engaging religious perspectives on the human use of animals for food. This is the first PhD studentship CreatureKind has funded.	Not published	Varies
John T. Shea Foundation Grant John T Shea Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The John T. Shea Foundation Grant supports charitable, nonprofit organizations in Houston, Texas, focusing on religious, scientific, and educational purposes, as well as the prevention of cruelty to children and animals.	Not published	Varies
St. Patrick Centre Ambassador Program (Young Ambassadors) Ancient Order of the Hibernians in America Inc - Parent Organization · Foundation Not published · Varies A partnership between the Ancient Order of Hibernians in America and the Saint Patrick Centre in County Down, Northern Ireland.	Not published	Varies
Moor Foundation Grant The Moor Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Moor Foundation Grant supports organizations that promote public welfare in Texas, emphasizing aid for vulnerable individuals in the El Paso area.	Not published	Varies
#GaryInspiredMe Scholarship for Luzerne County Grant Scranton Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Buiding a stronger, More Vibrant Community For over 70 years, the Scranton Area Community Foundation has served Northeastern Pennsylvania as a steward of charitable resources, a grantmaker, and a catalyst for positive change.	Not published	Varies
Mathew A. and Mildred Hunter Charitable Trust Grant Hunter Matthew & Mildred Char Ta · Foundation Not published · $3K – $20K The Mathew A. and Mildred Hunter Charitable Trust Grant, established in 1997, aims to support religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes.	Not published	$3K – $20K
Marlène F. Johnson Fund for Scholarly Research on Christian Science Grant Marlene F Johnson Memorial Fund for Scholarly Research on Christian · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Marlène F. Johnson Fund for Scholarly Research on Christian Science offers grants up to $20,000 for scholarly projects focusing on Christian Science history, teaching, and practice.	Not published	Up to $20K
Harry John Erbe Charitable Trust Grant Erbe Harry John Tr U W · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Harry John Erbe Charitable Trust provides grants to tax-exempt organizations in support of charitable, religious, scientific, literary, and educational initiatives.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Blanche Davis Moore Foundation Grant Program Allen Lovelace Moore · Foundation Not published · Varies The Blanche Davis Moore Foundation Grant Program aims to support non-profit organizations that adhere to historic Judeo-Christian principles, particularly those benefiting children under 18 in Nueces County and surrounding areas.	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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