John Templeton Foundation
Global emphasis
$55,968,276
$5,000-$50,000
500
Before submitting a proposal, the Foundation requires the submittance of an Online Funding Inquiry. The Online Funding Inquiry allows potential grantees to briefly describe the proposed project.
Will not fund individual requests for grant funding
Will provide challenge grants, specifically if there is an expectation that there support will be matched by other funding sources
The Foundation will not fund direct-service programs
The Foundation does not provide scholarships, fellowships, nor dissertation support
The Foundation does not provide funding for building renovation, nor for capital campaigns
It will not provide General Operating support to organizations
The Foundation does not provide funding for disaster relief
Visiting the foundation is heavily discouraged
There is an Online Funding Inquiry form that should be used for funding request; this form is reviewed by the foundation
All proposal submissions are done based on an invitation only basis; if the foundation becomes interested in a tentative project, they will send an invitation to submit a Full Proposal via email. Along with this invite, they will also provide the Foundation's Proposal Application form
The following grants are generally awarded to universities that are examining faith-based genres:
Scientific Understanding of the Role of Worship Grant
The Scientific Study of Prayer Using Cognitive and Textual Methods
Spiritual Development in Childhood and Adolescence: Science, Practice, and Field Formation
Science, Theology, and the Ontological Quest
