This list compiled by Wonderstory® contains Christian grant providers across the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, ordered by the approximate amount awarded in 2023.
National Christian Foundation (NCF) — ncfgiving.com
Where: USA
Awarded: Over $2 billion
Grants in 2023: Approx 1,000
Requirements: Alignment with Christian values; financial accountability; demonstrable community impact.
Eligibility: Primarily registered charities
Applicant Location: USAM.J. Murdock Charitable Trust — murdocktrust.org
Where: USA
Awarded: $96 million
Grants in 2023: 378
Requirements: Enrich quality of life in the Pacific Northwest; strengthen educational, spiritual, and cultural base.
Eligibility: Registered charities
Applicant Location: Pacific Northwest, USAThe Rees-Jones Foundation — rees-jonesfoundation.org
Where: USA
Awarded: Approx $50 million
Grants in 2023: 200
Requirements: Improve quality of life for underserved communities in North Texas; support health, education, and human services.
Eligibility: Registered charities
Applicant Location: Texas, USAThe Maclellan Foundation — maclellan.net
Where: USA
Awarded: Approx $30 million
Grants in 2023: 150
Requirements: Fulfil the Great Commission through strategic giving; support Christian organisations globally.
Eligibility: Registered charities
Applicant Location: Not location-limitedBarnabas Foundation — barnabasfoundation.org
Where: USA
Awarded: Approx $20 million
Grants in 2023: 100
Requirements: Support member Christian ministries through planned giving and estate planning.
Eligibility: Member Christian ministries
Applicant Location: USAFirst Fruit — firstfruit.com
Where: USA
Awarded: Approx $10 million
Grants in 2023: 50
Requirements: Resource leaders and organisations working among the poorest communities in the Majority World.
Eligibility: Registered charities
Applicant Location: Not location-limitedLaing Family Trusts — laingfamilytrusts.org.uk
Where: UK
Awarded: Approx £15 million
Grants in 2023: 200
Requirements: Promote Christian faith and values; support poverty relief projects in the UK and overseas.
Eligibility: Registered charities
Applicant Location: Not location-limitedJohn James Charitable Trust — johnjamescharitabletrust.org.uk
Where: UK
Awarded: Approx £5 million
Grants in 2023: 100
Requirements: Support individuals and organisations involved in Christian ministry; bursaries through selected training organisations.
Eligibility: Individuals and registered charities
Applicant Location: UKChilds Charitable Trust — childscharitabletrust.org.uk
Where: UK
Awarded: Approx £3 million
Grants in 2023: 80
Requirements: Support Christian UK-registered charities working in the UK and overseas, particularly those sharing the Christian gospel.
Eligibility: Registered charities
Applicant Location: Not location-limitedNational Churches Trust — nationalchurchestrust.org
Where: UK
Awarded: Approx £2 million
Grants in 2023: 150
Requirements: Provide grants for repair, maintenance, and development of church buildings.
Eligibility: Registered charities and places of worship
Applicant Location: UK-based churches onlyAndrews Charitable Trust — https://andrewscharitabletrust.org.uk/
Where: UK
Awarded: Approx £1 million
Grants in 2023: 50
Requirements: Support churches starting social action projects; partner with Cinnamon Network to distribute micro-grants.
Eligibility: Churches in the UK
Applicant Location: UK-based churches onlyChristians Against Poverty (CAP) — capuk.org
Where: UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada
Awarded: Approx £10 million
Grants in 2023: 500
Requirements: Debt counselling and community support services through partnerships with local churches.
Eligibility: Churches and individuals in need
Applicant Location: UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada


