Religious and faith-based organizations are cornerstones of community service, delivering essential humanitarian work, education, and social programs to diverse populations. As not-for-profit entities, these organizations are eligible to apply for grant funding to support their community-facing projects and, in some cases, their operational and capital needs.

Grants for religious nonprofits are available from both private foundations and government sources. Some funders, like the Versacare Foundation, are dedicated to serving specific ministries and humanitarian efforts (in their case, those affiliated with the Seventh-day Adventist church). Funding can be designated for building repairs, program development, or the community services the faith-based organization provides.

Success in grant seeking requires thorough research to locate foundations that exist to advance the mission of a specific denomination or religious belief. Organizations should also explore government grants and corporate programs, like Walmart's, that are open to faith-based groups for projects that provide broad benefits to the community at large.