1,000+ Opportunities
Find the right grant
Search federal, foundation, and corporate grants with AI — or browse by agency, topic, and state.
Discretionary Donations is sponsored by Baptist Community Ministries. Small grants awarded to support fundraising and community events that align with BCM's mission and core values. Applications are reviewed monthly.
Geographic focus: Greater New Orleans region (Orleans, Jefferson, Plaquemines, St. Bernard, and St. Tammany parishes)
Focus areas: Community Events, Health, Education, Public Safety
Get alerted about grants like this
Save a search for “Baptist Community Ministries” or related topics and get emailed when new opportunities appear.
Search similar grants →Extracted from the official opportunity page/RFP to help you evaluate fit faster.
# Home - Baptist Community Ministries Baptist Community MinistriesMenu * Discretionary Donations * Trustee-Advised Donations (TADs) * Capacity Building Grants * Chaplaincy Services Homepage * Congregational Wellness * Congregational Wellness Homepage * Behavioral Health Initiative for Pastors * Church Nurse Education Program * Congregational Health Promoter Program * Mental Health First Aid * Strategies to Trim and Reduce Project * Grants Committee Advisors * Congregational Wellness A Faith-based Christian Organization Serving Greater New Orleans We Are Baptist Community Ministries In October 2025, BCM celebrated its 29th anniversary as a philanthropic organization serving the Greater New Orleans area.
BCM remains committed to its faith-based mission of improving the physical, mental and spiritual health of the individuals we serve in our five-parish region. For more than 28 years, BCM has impacted the lives of citizens from all walks of life.
Community Impact Spotlights Working Together to Pay It Forward Chaplaincy During a Pandemic Congregational Wellness During the COVID-19 Pandemic Increasing Chances for Survival BCM Chaplains Carry A Badge Church Members STAR In Initiative For Better Health **Baptist Community Ministries** * 1320 Saint Charles Avenue New Orleans, LA 70130 Leave this field empty if you're human: Member of Philanthropy Southeast
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organizations, governmental entities, and state colleges and universities. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $2,500 - $5,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
Yes — AI tools like Granted can help research funders, draft proposal sections, and check compliance. However, always review and customize AI-generated content to reflect your organization's unique strengths and the specific requirements of the solicitation.
Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.