Grants
Our faith calls us to use our gifts to help all people, advancing equity and justice in the here and now — and for generations to come. Learn more about the type of projects we support and how to apply for a grant.
What We Fund
Our grantmaking focuses on four strategic initiatives rooted in a love for New York City and a strong commitment to building an equitable society in which the allocation of resources, opportunities, and hardships are not determined by race.
Housing & Homelessness
We break the cycle of housing insecurity and mass homelessness by advocating for New Yorkers who find themselves in shelters or on the brink of losing their housing and supporting organizations that provide direct support.
Racial Justice
We support marginalized communities of color by funding organizations on the frontlines of making New York City safe and just for everyone, focusing on projects that center youth and restorative justice.
Mission Real Estate Development
We help parishes build sustainable financial capacity and enhance their impact through the creative development of church property with projects that serve the local community.
Leadership Development
We empower faith leaders by providing opportunities to learn practical skills, deepen knowledge, and build supportive relationships to sustain healthy and impactful leadership in their communities.
Neighborhood Support
We seek to co-develop, alongside each neighborhood in Lower Manhattan, the necessary supports that strengthen our communities and yield overall child, family, and community well-being.
2025 Funding Cycle
Cycle 1
Mission Real Estate Development
Inquiries due December 16, 2024
Applications due January 31, 2025
Committee review in May 2025
Vestry review in June 2025
Notification in June 2025
Housing & Homelessness, Leadership Development, Racial Justice
Applications due January 31, 2025
Committee review in May 2025
Vestry review in June 2025
Notification in June 2025
Cycle 2
Mission Real Estate Development
Inquiries due May 30, 2025
Applications due June 27, 2025
Committee review in October 2025
Vestry review in November 2025
Notification in November 2025
Housing & Homelessness, Leadership Development, Racial Justice
Applications due June 27, 2025
Committee review in October 2025
Vestry review in November 2025
Notification in November 2025
FAQs
How do I know if my organization qualifies for funding?
Please review the program descriptions of the Housing & Homelessness, Racial Justice, Mission Real Estate Development, and Leadership Development initiatives to evaluate your organization’s eligibility and grant request alignment with the priorities.
How does my organization apply for a grant?
Trinity Church is committed to working with organizations advancing an equitable society in which the allocation of resources, opportunities, and hardships is not determined by birth. We fund partners working in New York City to end mass homelessness, achieve racial justice, and prepare religious leaders for today’s congregations and financial management. We welcome projects that further these goals. Due to the volume of submissions we receive, we cannot answer each inquiry, but if we are interested in learning more about your idea, we will get in touch with you.
To begin your inquiry, complete the eligibility quiz on our grantee portal.
If your organization is eligible to receive a grant, you’ll receive an email with instructions to register with our online grant platform, Fluxx. Once you complete the registration process and the information you provided has been reviewed and approved by staff, you will receive an email inviting you to submit a Letter of Inquiry.
If you have applied for a Trinity grant in the past and received instructions to register with Fluxx, please use the username and password previously received to log in to the system.
If you don’t remember your password, you can follow the change-your-password instructions. If you don’t remember your username, please email us at Philanthropies@trinitywallstreet.org.
Fluxx now requires multi-factor authentication (MFA). For additional instructions specific to now signing onto Fluxx, please see our MFA instruction sheet.
How often do you accept grant inquiries?
We accept Letters of Inquiry for Mission Real Estate Development on a rolling basis, with staff review of inquiries twice a year. For the Housing & Homelessness, Leadership Development, and Racial Justice initiatives, we review submissions on a rolling basis but will contact you only if we are interested in learning more about your idea.
When are the deadlines for grant proposal submissions? How soon will I be informed of its status?
See the 2025 Funding Cycle above.
What happens after I submit my Letter of Inquiry for a Mission Real Estate Development project?
You will receive an email to acknowledge receipt of your Letter of Inquiry (LOI). The Philanthropies team will review your LOI and determine if it aligns with program guidelines. If there appears to be a potential match, you will be invited to submit a full application. Due to limits on the amount of available grant funding in any one year, we must regretfully decline some applications that are for worthy projects and that also fit within our guidelines.
Does a potential grantee have to be affiliated with the Anglican/Episcopal Church?
U.S. applicants are not required to have an existing affiliation with the Episcopal Church, but they must be registered as a 501 (c)(3) or 501 (c)(4) tax-exempt organization or have a fiscal sponsor. If you are not a 501(c)(3) or 501 (c)(4) tax-exempt organization and need to identify a fiscal sponsor, we recommend referring to the NYPLI Fiscal Sponsorship Guide for guidance. Internationally, Trinity Church provides grants to dioceses, provinces, and seminaries within the Anglican Communion.
Do you fund individuals?
Trinity Church does not fund individuals or consider applications for scholarships from individuals.
What is the maximum funding amount?
Our grants vary in size but typically range between $80,000 and $350,000. The amount requested should correspond to a realistic assessment of the cost of the program or organizational need.
What is the typical length of a grant?
Grants terms vary in length from as short as six months to projects that take place over five years.
I’m not quite sure my project is ready for review. Can I get some help?
Please contact Philanthropies@trinitywallstreet.org and the appropriate program officer will be glad to discuss your project.