StrikeForce Grant Program

StrikeForce Grant Program is sponsored by StrikeForce. Awards financial grants to select Christian non-profit ministries that serve those in need and proclaim the Gospel.

Apply for a Grant - StrikeForce StrikeForce awards financial grants to select Christian non-profit ministries that serve those in need and proclaim the Gospel. If you’re here, it’s because you share our Statement of Faith , and we welcome your interest in applying for a grant.

To apply, you’ll need to provide details about your organization, the purpose of your request, and a description of your specific project by completing our grant application. Grant applications must be submitted by 11:59PM on August 31, 2026 The proposed project or program must be implemented and serve the residents of South Florida. The entire grant must be used in this geographic area within 24 months.

To qualify for StrikeForce grant, an applicant must be a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The organization & project itself must proclaim the Gospel. The project must have a high-impact, transformative effect on the organization and/or the community it serves.

The project may be new, an expansion of an existing program, or a collaborative effort of two or more nonprofit organizations, which fosters change that is long-term, positive, and sustainable. The project must be well-defined and well-structured to impact many beneficiaries or fewer with great focus. Organizations must produce specific outcomes and measurable results.

Recipients of a StrikeForce grant must wait three full Giving Seasons before applying again. For example, a ministry that received a grant during the 2022–2023 Giving Season would sit out in 2023–2024, 2024–2025, and 2025–2026 and would be eligible to apply again for the 2026–2027 Giving Season. Ensure your application is complete and submitted by the deadline including all additional documentation .

Review by the board for Semi-Finalist selection: The board thoroughly reviews all applications, and selects ministries to move forward to the interview stage as semi-finalists. Interview process (September 17th & 22nd, 2026): You will have 20 minutes to present your ministry, followed by 20 minutes for a Q&A session with the board.

The board votes to determine which ministries will advance as finalists for StrikeForce members to vote on. Voting Kick-Off (January 21st, 2027): Finalists will take part in this member luncheon event, present their ministries, and be available for Q&A. Voting will be open to members for the following couple weeks.

Final Announcement (February 11th, 2027): Grant Recipients will be announced at our Giveaway Celebration! View the rubric the board refers to during the application & interview processes by clicking here . Keep in mind the grant funds will not be distributed until February 2027.

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* Brief summary of organization’s history (250 words or less) * Description of organization’s current programs and accomplishments (250 words or less) * Statement of organization’s vision (250 words or less) * Describe how the ministry is actively engaged in evangelism and discipleship (250 words or less) * Number of people served annually * Specific project for this grant money, description of target population, and benefits project will render * Measurable project goals & methods of evaluation: how will this project measurably expand an existing initiative or establish a new initiative?

Describe measurable outcomes * Timetable for implementation of project * Key staff and/or volunteer participation * Long-term strategy for funding the project * Our heart is to significantly propel a ministry forward, help a small ministry expand, or fund an entire project with this grant. That is part of the benefit and goal of collective giving vs. individual gifts of potentially smaller size.

Please explain the specific ways that this grant will help you to expand significantly, fund a complete project, or propel you forward in new ways. If you feel you have already stated this earlier, summarize it here in 2 sentences. * Additional Documents Needed Please submit ALL of the following materials below.

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Please note: if any of these items are missing by the 11:59pm deadline on August 31st, the application will be invalid and unable to be considered. Detailed Budget for the organization for the current year. Detailed Grant Budget: Provide an itemized Grant Budget Request clearly stating how the Grant monies will be used.

Be specific giving actual costs while detailing items and services to be purchased. The total amount must show how the Grant will be used. Grant Request amount must not exceed half of applicant’s current operating budget.

Grant Request for advertising, marketing and salaries in total must not exceed 20% of the grant amount. Grant request must not include ongoing operating expenses, rent or endowments. Comparative financial statements (audited if available) for the most recent two year period .

For example, if you are applying for a grant in the year 2026, we require comparative financial statements for the years 2025 and 2024. These statements must include a Balance Sheet (a statement of Assets and Liabilities) and an income statement or Profit and Loss Statement. Organization’s current 990 tax return.

Affiliation with federal, public, or private funding sources (be specific). Copy of 501(c)(3) IRS letter approving your tax exempt status. Current list of Board of Directors, staff, and their positions.

Please do not exit this screen or close the window before receiving a message that the form was successfully submitted. 1. Detailed Overall Organization Budget for the Current Year * Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload 2.

Detailed Grant Budget * Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload Provide an itemized Grant Budget Request clearly stating how the Grant monies will be used. Be specific giving actual costs while detailing items and services to be purchased. The total amount must show how the Grant will be used.

Grant Request amount must not exceed half of applicant’s current operating budget. Grant Request for advertising, marketing and salaries in total must not exceed 20% of the grant amount. Grant request must not include ongoing operating expenses, rent or endowments.

3. Comparative Financial Statements for the most recent two-year period * Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload You can upload up to 2 files. For example, if you are applying for a grant in the year 2026, we require comparative financial statements for the years 2025 and 2024.

These statements must include a Balance Sheet (a statement of Assets and Liabilities) and an income statement or Profit and Loss Statement. 4. Organization's Current 990 Tax Return * Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload Please upload your most recent IRS Form 990.

(If your organization does not file a Form 990, please provide a letter of explanation detailing the reason.) 5. Affiliation with federal, public, or private funding sources (be specific).

* Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload 6. Copy of 501(c)(3) IRS letter approving your tax exempt status. (IRS determination letter, not certificate of exemption) * Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload 7.

Current list of Board of Directors, staff, and their positions. * Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload Anything else you'd like to add? Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload You can upload up to 4 files.

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