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George and Sarah Buchanan Foundation Grants
US $2,500 - US $50,000
Henry E. Niles Foundation Grant
Up to US $5,000
Parkinson Family Foundation Grant
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Saw Island Foundation: Social Change, Faith-Based and Special Grants
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Vitamin Angel Association: Grants for US-Based Programs
Up to US $225,000
The Paul B. Beeson Emerging Leaders Career Development Award in Aging (K76)
The Paul B. Beeson Emerging Leaders Career Development Award in Aging (K76)
The National Institute on Aging (NIA), The John A. Hartford Foundation, and the National Institute on Neurological Disorders and Strokes (NINDS) are collaborating on this initiative to develop of a cadre of talented scientists prepared and willing to take an active leadership role in transformative change that will lead to improved health care outcomes.
Emerging leaders are clinically trained (primarily physician) early-stage investigators who have begun to establish research careers and have shown signs of leadership potential who will use this award to further develop the tools, skills and resources to have a significant impact in their field of expertise.
The National Institute on Aging is pursuing this initiative to recruit talented new investigators who have begun to establish research programs and through this award will be ready to assume leadership roles in their field of expertise and well poised to change theory, practice and health outcomes related to the health of older individuals. Unlike other mentored K awards candidates for this award must have received competitively awarded research support as a PD/PI at the faculty level and have had prior leadership responsibilities in the clinical or research domain.
It is anticipated that seven to ten awards will be granted in 2017, up to 5 years of funding limited to $225,000 in direct costs per year.
US $50,000
Hillman Emergent Innovation Grant
US $50,000
Hillman Emergent Innovation:Serious Illness and End of Life Grant
US $100,000 - US $5,000,000
Community Connect Grants
US $20,000 - US $200,000
FY 2026 SNAP Process and Technology Improvement
US $250 - US $5,000
Spark Good: Strengthening Community - Local Grants
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Greenpoint Foundation Grant
US $50,000 - US $150,000
Dogwood Health Trust: Investing in Community Supports for Older Adults
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NAILBA Charitable Foundation Grant
Unspecified amount
Robert Glenn Rapp Foundation Grants
More than US $5,000
Gardner Family Foundation Grants
More than US $40,000
Versafund Grant Program: Impact Grant
Unspecified amount
Miller Family Foundation Grant
Unspecified amount
Grant Cycle 1 - Religious Mission and Ministry Grant
Unspecified amount
George Family Foundation: Spirituality & Inner Life Grants
Up to US $13,528
Small Rural Hospital Improvement Program (SHIP) Grant
US $1,000
Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation Youth Grants
Up to US $500,000
Hillman Innovations in Care Grant
US $50,000 - US $500,000
National Fund for Sacred Places Grant Program
US $50,000 - US $100,000
Alzheimer’s Association: Center for Dementia Respite Innovation Grant (CDRI)
Unspecified amount
McClure Family Foundation Grant
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Faith-based grants support religious organizations in addressing community needs, providing social services, and funding mission-driven programs. The following grants empower nonprofits to deliver housing, education, and humanitarian initiatives rooted in faith values.
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Grant Availability
How common are grants in this category?
Common — grants in this category appear regularly across funding sources.
100+ Faith-based Grants grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.
20 Faith-based Grants over $25K in average grant size
11 Faith-based Grants over $50K in average grant size
36 Faith-based Grants supporting general operating expenses
100+ Faith-based Grants supporting programs / projects
400+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Religion & Spirituality
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Grant Deadline Distribution
Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Faith-based grants?
Most grants are due in the third quarter.
Frequently asked questions
Finding and applying for the right grants can feel overwhelming, but Instrumentl makes it easier. It helps faith-based organizations discover funding opportunities, keep track of deadlines, and understand what funders are looking for—so they can focus on making a bigger impact in their communities. Learn how Goldring/Woldenberg Institute of Southern Jewish Life secured 24 grants—including four from first-time funders—in just six months.
Churches, religious nonprofits, faith-based social service groups, and interfaith organizations working to support their communities have access to various grant opportunities. Many funders also back programs that focus on poverty relief, education, and disaster response.
Faith-based grants typically have the highest concentration of deadlines in Q3, with 32.1% of grant deadlines falling in this period. If you're planning to apply, consider prioritizing your applications around this time to maximize opportunities. Conversely, the least active period for grants in this category is Q1.
Faith-based grants are offered to support initiatives that provide humanitarian aid, promote social justice, and foster education and community development through a faith-driven perspective. These grants empower religious organizations to address community needs by delivering social services and funding mission-driven programs.
Funding for faith-based grants varies widely, with award amounts ranging from a minimum of $375 to a maximum of $1,000,000. Based on Instrumentl’s data, the median grant amount for this category is $10,000, while the average grant awarded is $44,827. Understanding these funding trends can help nonprofits set realistic expectations when applying.
Well-known organizations like the Lilly Endowment, the Catholic Campaign for Human Development, and the Jewish Federations of North America provide funding for these programs.
State and local governments faith-based partnership offices also provide funding. They’re looking for projects that bring faith and action together to make a difference.
Nonprofits should implement the following suggestions to improve grant success:
- Missions Alignment – Write proposals that match the religious organizations' mission and their focus areas.
- Use measurable outcomes – Demonstrate the real impact on people's lives. By highlighting these successes, proposals should show that the efforts are truly changing things for the better.
- Build strategic partnerships – Showcase collaborations with faith-based or nonprofit groups, highlighting their impact together.
For additional guidance, explore our step-by-step guide to crafting compelling grant proposals.
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