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Church grants and funding opportunities

Search federal grant opportunities that may fit churches, ministries, and faith-based nonprofits. Review eligibility, deadlines, and tracking steps before you apply.

521 matching open opportunities from Grants.gov.

Quick Answer: church grants

Churches and faith-based nonprofits can apply for some federal grants when the program is eligible, the services are not limited to religious activity, and the organization can meet reporting rules. Always confirm applicant eligibility on the official Grants.gov listing before investing time in a proposal.

Eligibility notes

  • Confirm whether faith-based nonprofits are eligible applicants.
  • Separate program services from worship or religious instruction when the grant requires it.
  • Check whether a partner organization or fiscal sponsor is needed.

Prepare before applying

  • Document the community need and program plan.
  • Prepare a grant budget that separates restricted costs.
  • Decide who will own deadlines, reports, and follow-up.

After you win

  • Track restricted grant funds separately from tithes and offerings.
  • Keep receipts, payroll allocations, and program outcomes connected.
  • Report remaining grant balances clearly to leadership.

Open opportunities to review

Use these listings as a starting point, then confirm eligibility on the official grant page.

U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe

EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program

Posted: May 15, 2026
Closes: Aug 2, 2026
#AF-HAR-FY26-02
U.S. Mission to Ukraine

Innovation and Tech Lab

Posted: May 15, 2026
Closes: Jun 15, 2026
#PDS-UKRAINE-FY26-01
Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement

Undercover Backstopping Project

Posted: May 15, 2026
Closes: Jun 15, 2026
#OFOP0002752
Rural Business-Cooperative Service

Rural Business Development Grant Program

Posted: May 15, 2026
Closes: Jun 30, 2026
#RDBCP-RBDG-2026
Office of Elementary and Secondary Education

National Professional Development Program

Posted: May 15, 2026
Closes: Jul 14, 2026
#DOL-OESE-34120
Fish and Wildlife Service

F27AS00009 2027 Multistate Conservation Grant Program Announcement

Posted: May 15, 2026
Closes: Jul 14, 2026
#F27AS00009
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

Chronic Wasting Disease Cervid Management and Response Activities 2026

Posted: May 15, 2026
Closes: Jun 15, 2026
#USDA-APHIS-10025-ASBVSWS00-26-0001
National Park Service

FY2025 Historic Preservation Fund- Save America's Treasures - Preservation Grants

Posted: May 15, 2026
Closes: Jun 16, 2026
#P25AS00469
National Park Service

FY2025 Historic Preservation Fund- Save America's Treasures- Collection Grants

Posted: May 15, 2026
Closes: Jun 16, 2026
#P25AS00508
National Institute of Standards and Technology

Standards Coordination Office Curricula Development Cooperative Agreement Program

Posted: May 14, 2026
Closes: Jul 13, 2026
#2026-NIST-SCOCD-01

Related grant planning resources

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church grants: common questions

Can churches apply for federal grants?

Some federal grants allow faith-based organizations to apply, but eligibility depends on the specific opportunity. The official grant listing should always be checked first.

Do church grants need separate fund tracking?

Yes. Restricted grant dollars should be tracked separately so leaders can see what was awarded, what was spent, and what remains available.

Track grants after you win

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