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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.

722 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.

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

FY 2026 Susan Harwood Training Grant Program - Targeted Topic Training

Posted: Jul 1, 2026
Closes: Jul 31, 2026
#SHTG-FY-26-01
Occupational Safety and Health Administration

FY 2026 Susan Harwood Training Grant Program - Training and Educational Materials Development

Posted: Jul 1, 2026
Closes: Jul 31, 2026
#SHTG-FY-26-02
U.S. Mission to Kyrgyzstan

U.S. Embassy Bishkek Public Diplomacy American Corners

Posted: Jun 30, 2026
Closes: Aug 7, 2026
#STATE-BISHKEK-PDS-26-0005
Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement

Enhancing Prison Population Management Through Expanded Probation in Tunisia

Posted: Jun 30, 2026
Closes: Aug 25, 2026
#OFOP0003144
Department of Homeland Security - FEMA

Fiscal Year 26 Community Assistance Program - State Support Services Element (CAP-SSSE)

Posted: Jun 30, 2026
Closes: Aug 11, 2026
#DHS-26-MT-023-01-99
National Institutes of Health

Nutrition Obesity Research Centers (NORCs) (P30 Clinical Trial Optional)

Posted: Jun 30, 2026
Closes: Oct 20, 2026
#RFA-DK-27-120

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

Alignmint connects grant search, restricted funds, donor records, and reporting so awarded dollars stay clear.

Browse grants by program area

Start with the category that best matches your work, then confirm eligibility on the official listing.

More grant search guides

Start with the audience or program area you serve, then confirm eligibility on the official Grants.gov listing.

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