Grants

Open grants for churches, sorted by what closes first. We always link the official funder page.

107 days leftDeadline: Feb 28, 2027

Better World Micro-Grants (Moravian Church)

Opens: Jan 1, 2027

Opens Jan 1, 2027. Up to ten $1,000 grants, preference for youth-led projects.

Amount
$1,000
Who can apply
U.S. congregations (Moravian program; confirm eligibility on the official page)
501(c)(3) rule not stated
Official page Last checked: Nov 12, 2026
110 days leftDeadline: Mar 3, 2027

National Fund for Sacred Places

Opens: Jan 12, 2027

Capital grants plus planning help for historic, community-serving houses of worship. Applications open Jan 12, 2027.

Amount
Unknown
Who can apply
Congregations of any faith with eligible historic buildings
501(c)(3) rule not stated
Official page Last checked: Nov 12, 2026
124 days leftDeadline: Mar 17, 2027

Lilly Endowment Clergy Renewal Programs

Opens: Jan 4, 2027

Funds a renewal leave for your pastor. Portal opens Jan 4, 2027. Congregation and pastor apply together.

Amount
Up to $60,000
Who can apply
Christian congregations in the 50 states, DC or Puerto Rico, with an ordained pastor
501(c)(3) rule not stated
Official page Last checked: Nov 12, 2026

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