Church grants are funds from foundations, denominations, companies or government programs that churches and ministries can apply for. They usually pay for a specific project, such as repairs, outreach, technology or training, and they don't have to be repaid.

Can churches get grants?

Yes. Many funders accept congregations directly, especially denominational bodies and faith foundations. Some general foundations fund only 501(c)(3) programs, so check the eligibility line on each listing.

Where can small churches find grants?

Start with your own denomination's diocese, conference, presbytery or synod, then regional faith foundations. Our small church grants page lists programs for small congregations.

Are there grants for church building repairs?

Yes. Programs such as the National Fund for Sacred Places fund urgent repairs at historic houses of worship, and several dioceses fund unexpected capital expenses. See church building and repair grants.

Are there grants for church technology and training?

Yes. These include in-kind tech programs like Google Ad Grants and denominational technology grants. See church technology and training grants.

Where do the listings come from?

Each listing links to the funder's own page. We record the amount, deadline and eligibility as that page states them, with the date we recorded it. Dates are record dates, not new checks. Confirm with the funder before you apply.

Dated supplemental evidence

Reviewed October 19, 2026. This layer does not refresh the older catalog below. Historical examples are selective, not typical awards or eligibility promises. Application-route access is separate from whether a round is open.

Check this local pathway

Craven County Community Foundation — community grantmaking

Programs must serve Craven County, North Carolina; not a statewide award.

Churches and houses of worship may request community-benefit project support; no denomination requirement stated.

Check this local pathway, not an eligibility determination. State is only a discovery filter; confirm county/diocese/presbytery and actual affiliation.

Application route: open — published route does not mean open today.

Window status: closed · as of 2026-10-19

Published opening: 2026-06-12 · deadline: 2026-07-14 · timezone: America/New_York

Deadline was noon Eastern; no next cycle established.

Live submission portal not tested; recheck before preparing an application.

Amount: minimum $500 USD / maximum $15,000 USD; typical grant range, not guaranteed

Supported projects: Public food programs; Other charitable outreach serving the community at large

Requirement: Follow NCCF community grantmaking guidelines and use the required project-budget template.

Requirement: Services must be offered without the listed forms of discrimination.

Requirement: Apply through NCCF’s grant application portal.

Exclusion: No general operating support for religious entities.

Exclusion: No activities restricted to a faith community or promoting religious doctrine.

Exclusion: No annual fund/capital campaigns, loans, lobbying, reimbursements or applicant re-granting.

Unknown: Next application cycle and applicant-specific legal documentation must be confirmed.

Unknown: Do not transfer rules to NCCF’s separately governed Burevitch program.

Local historical example: Word of God Christian Center · 2026 · $6,000 USD · Community food distribution program

A named community-project grant does not establish religious general-operating eligibility.

Confirm exact service area, applicant route and current cycle directly.

gfm-enrichment-019 · funder official document · Publication: Publication date not stated (unknown) · Reviewed 2026-10-19 · Retrieved 2026-10-19T02:47:25.768851+00:00. Craven County Community Foundation | North Carolina Community Foundation

gfm-enrichment-018 · funder official document · Publication: Publication date not stated (unknown) · Reviewed 2026-10-19 · Retrieved 2026-10-19T02:47:25.765933+00:00. Community Grantmaking FAQs

gfm-enrichment-020 · funder official document · Publication: Publication date not stated (unknown) · Reviewed 2026-10-19 · Retrieved 2026-10-19T02:47:25.541874+00:00. NC Nonprofit Grants | Community Grantmaking Programs

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Church grants in North Carolina

In North Carolina

Open to churches in any state

By denomination

FAQ

Dated supplemental evidence

Check this local pathway

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