Mini-Grants for Mission

These mini-grants are intended to help as many communities as possible spark creative, mission-aligned work. They are not designed to launch projects that will require ongoing or annual funding. Please do not apply for a project that depends on repeat gifts in future years. Instead, consider one-time initiatives or pilot efforts that your community can sustain independently after the grant period.

No, applications do not roll over. You need to apply for each cycle separately.

Applications are evaluated based on the alignment with the foundation's mission, the potential impact on the community, and the clarity and feasibility of the project plan. The scoring rubric covers: Project Description (4 points) — two points for impactful outcomes tied to community mission, two points for measurable objectives; Project Timeline (1 point) — realistic timeline with clear milestones; Budget Breakdown (1 point) — reasonable and clearly itemized budget; Benefit (2 points) — one point if beneficiaries are in an EPA IRA designated disadvantaged community, one point if beneficiaries are primarily members of marginalized groups; Creation (2 points) — one point if beneficiaries are co-creating the project, one point if project leadership includes members from marginalized groups. Total possible score: 10 points.

Previously funded projects include: supporting a ministry providing showers and laundry for the homeless, kitchen upgrades for a church becoming a resilience hub, sewer hookups for a transitional housing tiny home village, a healing retreat for BIPOC women leaders, a walk-in freezer for weekly community meals, an AED in a fellowship hall, a group respite program for adults with dementia, twice-weekly community meals at a community church, supplies for a low-income preschool, building a community garden supporting food insecure families, and campus ministry support.

Mini-grants are small, unrestricted funds ranging from $1,000 to $3,000, designed to support faith communities in their mission-related activities.

The funds are unrestricted, meaning they can be used for any purpose that supports your community's mission and goals. However, we do not provide grant funding for consulting fees.

Applicants must provide: organization and contact information, project title, project description and timeline, budget breakdown, an explanation of how the project aligns with your mission, a description of the expected community impact, and methods for measuring project success.

Excellent response example: A community dog park project with two clear long-term outcomes — "Strengthen community connections by providing a welcoming and inclusive gathering space" and "Encourage responsible pet ownership and outdoor activity as part of holistic well-being." Each outcome includes specific, measurable objectives such as "Host at least four community events per year" and "Partner with at least two local organizations to co-host events." The response explicitly connects the project to the organization's mission of fellowship, stewardship of creation, and community outreach. Poor response example: "We want to build a dog park so people in the church and neighborhood have a place to bring their dogs. Right now, there aren't many places nearby, and this would be convenient. The park will be fenced and have some benches." This lacks measurable objectives, community engagement details, and clear mission alignment — all critical evaluation criteria.

Applicants will be notified of the decision within 30 days after the application period closes. Notifications will be sent via email to the contact person listed in the application.

Applications are open from March 1 to March 31. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the last day of the application period.

For more information or assistance with the application process, please contact us at staff@faith.foundation or call (509) 782-2954. Our office hours are 8 AM to 4 PM Pacific, Monday through Friday.

Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) organizations or those registered as religious organizations.