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Exousia’s blog is your ultimate free resource for mastering the art of grant writing. Discover expert tips, insider knowledge, and proven strategies that will empower you to secure funding for your faith-based programs or projects and create lasting change in your community.
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Faith & Community Support: How Churches Can Help Families Losing SNAP Benefits
As SNAP benefits decline, churches are stepping in to help families in need. From food pantries to meal programs, faith and community support is making a real difference.

Ink & Insights
Nov 63 min read


Unlocking Church Grant Opportunities: How Wells Fargo Community Giving Grants Can Support Your Ministry
Churches across the U.S. are uniquely positioned to address critical community needs—but many lack the resources to fully expand these programs. The Wells Fargo Community Giving Grant helps ministries turn ideas into measurable impact, from financial literacy and housing support to small business development.
Discover how your church can leverage this funding to strengthen your community—and see how Exousia can guide you through every step of securing the grant.

Ink & Insights
Nov 43 min read


Creative Ways Churches and Faith-Based Nonprofits Can Use this Growth Grant
Churches and faith-based nonprofits—your ministry deserves to be seen! The Nonprofit Growth Grant offers $10,000 per month for advertising plus expert marketing guidance to grow your outreach, attract donors, and engage volunteers. Only five grants are available per cycle—apply today and take your impact to the next level!

Ink & Insights
Oct 282 min read


October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month: How Faith-Based Organizations Can Make an Impact
This October, churches and faith-based organizations can make a real difference with Breast Cancer Awareness Programs for Churches. Learn how to educate your community, support survivors, and access funding to create lasting impact.

Ink & Insights
Oct 232 min read


Imagine What Your Church Could Do with a $20,000+ Grant for Families & Youth
Looking to expand your church’s impact on children, families, and your community? The Pincus Family Foundation Grant funds creative, educational, wellness, and recreational programs—and Exousia can guide your ministry every step of the way to secure it.

Ink & Insights
Oct 212 min read


Faith & Innovation: Creative Ministry Solutions
Churches everywhere are finding creative ways to blend faith and innovation—from QR code prayer walls to virtual coffee groups and volunteer apps. Discover how ministries are using technology to reach new audiences, strengthen connections, and ensure no one is left out of fellowship or growth.

Ink & Insights
Oct 163 min read


Funding Spotlight: The Esther & Harold Mertz Foundation Grant
The Esther and Harold Mertz Foundation Grant offers faith-based organizations a unique opportunity to expand education, wellness, and community outreach programs. Exousia helps churches navigate the application process, craft compelling proposals, and secure funding to make a lasting impact.

Ink & Insights
Oct 73 min read


The Future of Church Growth: Beyond Attendance Numbers
Church growth isn’t just about filling the pews. Learn how measuring real impact—serving families, mobilizing volunteers, and building community—can transform your ministry and extend your reach.

Ink & Insights
Oct 23 min read


This Tuesday’s Grant Post Is Different — Grant Readiness Matters, Here’s Why
Before chasing the next grant, take a step back and focus on grant readiness. Understand your ministry’s capacity, assess your community’s needs, and align opportunities with your mission to make every grant count.

Ink & Insights
Sep 302 min read


Grant Writing Horror Stories… and How to Survive Them
Grant writing can be tricky—but most “horror stories” are surprisingly common! Learn the challenges many nonprofits face and how to turn them into success.

Ink & Insights
Aug 282 min read


The Thousands of Dollars Hidden in Your Church Bulletin (and You Don’t Even Know It)
You flip through your church bulletin every week without a second thought—but what if it’s actually hiding thousands of dollars in potential funding for your ministry? From community meals to youth programs, the events and announcements you already run could be your next grant-winning opportunity.

Ink & Insights
Aug 212 min read


Grant Opportunity Spotlight: T-Mobile Hometown Grant Program Brings Up to $50,000 to Small Town Projects
There is a grant opportunity available right now that could bring up to $50,000 to your small town for projects like parks, technology upgrades, arts initiatives, community centers, and more. The T-Mobile Hometown Grant is open to towns with populations under 50,000, and the current cycle closes September 30, 2025. Exousia can help you plan, write, and submit a strong application that highlights your community’s vision and increases your chances of success.

Ink & Insights
Aug 123 min read


Grant Opportunity Spotlight: Build Your Church Sanctuary with the Lasko Foundation Trust
Looking to build a new church sanctuary? This grant opportunity from the John C. Lasko Foundation offers up to $500,000 in funding. Learn what’s required, how to apply, and how Exousia can help your church every step of the way.

Ink & Insights
Aug 52 min read


IMPORTANT UPDATE: The Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) is NOW OPEN! $200,000 for Faith-Based Safety Upgrades
From shootings during worship to attempted arson and live attacks on pastors, houses of faith are under fire — and FEMA’s $150K NSGP grant is churches’ chance to get protected before it’s too late

Ink & Insights
Jul 313 min read


Grant Opportunity Spotlight: Standard Charitable Foundation Grant
Looking for funding to grow your church or nonprofit’s impact? This grant opportunity could be the open door you’ve been praying for. Let’s explore how it can help you build healthy, empowered communities—together.

Ink & Insights
Jul 222 min read


7 Ways Churches Can Build Strong Community Connections This Summer
Looking to deepen your church’s impact this summer? Check out these 7 creative and practical community connection ideas designed to help your ministry thrive and build lasting relationships with your neighborhood!

Ink & Insights
Jul 172 min read


Grant Opportunity Spotlight: Esther and Harold Mertz Foundation Grant
Looking for a grant opportunity to expand your church’s outreach? This high-capacity, rolling grant can help you fund youth programs, community feeding, and facility improvements. Let Exousia guide your path.

Ink & Insights
Jul 153 min read


Grant Opportunity Spotlight: Positive Legacy
Think your nonprofit isn’t ready for grant funding? Think again.
This week's Grant Opportunity Spotlight features a unique funder that’s helping churches and community orgs turn local missions into global impact — and it starts with one simple step: a compelling Letter of Intent.
Discover how Positive Legacy funds grassroots work in education, wellness, conservation, and more — and how Exousia can guide you from hesitation to funding success.
You might be closer than you t

Ink & Insights
Jun 172 min read


How Walmart's Spark Good Grants Can Fuel Your Nonprofit's Mission
If your nonprofit or church is doing good in the community, Walmart wants to spark that momentum!
Find out how local grants work, who they're for, and how Exousia can help you shine through the application process — without the overwhelm. Let’s break it down together!

Ink & Insights
May 222 min read


Measuring Success: How to Show Impact in Grant Applications
You’re changing lives — but can you prove it?
Impact matters, especially to funders. Learn how to turn your program’s outcomes into opportunities with clear goals, the right data, and powerful storytelling. Let’s make your mission impossible to ignore.

Ink & Insights
May 203 min read
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