[Henry Luce Foundation](https://www.hluce.org)

Rolling (Concept notes accepted year-round)

Typical grants range from $10,000 to $1,000,000; multi-year funding possible; recent awards often $100,000–$300,000.

Supports projects that deepen public knowledge of religion, foster dialogue, and promote understanding of religious diversity in America.

Grants are only made to institutions/organizations, not individuals.

--- ## Description The Henry Luce Foundation's Religion and Theology program funds projects that seek to advance public understanding of religion, cultivate dialogue, and engage the diversity of American religious life. The program welcomes proposals that draw on the wisdom of faith traditions to foster shared understanding, stimulate civil public conversations, and envision a more just and democratic society. Supported projects may involve scholars, faith leaders, journalists, artists, museum curators, and communities of faith. --- ## Due Dates - Concept notes are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year. - There is no fixed annual deadline; applicants may submit at any time. - Selected applicants will be invited to submit full proposals, which are considered by the Foundation’s board three times per year (March, June, November). --- ## Funding Amount - Grants typically range from $10,000 to $1,000,000, depending on project scope. - Recent awards in this program area are commonly $100,000–$300,000. - Multi-year grants and renewals are possible. - Indirect costs (IDC) are allowed up to 20% of the total grant amount. --- ## Eligibility - Only institutions and organizations are eligible; individuals cannot apply directly. - Typical applicants are U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits or their international equivalents. - Non-U.S. organizations may be required to obtain an Equivalency Determination certificate if invited to submit a full proposal. - Organizations with an active Luce grant should consult the Program Director before applying for another grant in the same area. - The Foundation does not support: - Healthcare, medical initiatives, disaster relief, or international development projects - Political parties, campaigns, lobbying, or political activities - Annual funds, fundraising events, endowments, or building campaigns --- ## Application Process 1. **Review Program Guidelines:** Ensure your project fits the Religion and Theology program’s mission. 2. **Submit Concept Note:** Create an account and submit a brief concept note via the [online portal](https://hluce.my.site.com/s/). 3. **Review:** All concept notes are reviewed within eight weeks. Applicants will be notified of status. 4. **Invitation to Proposal:** Selected applicants are invited to submit a full proposal. 5. **Board Review:** Proposals are reviewed by the Foundation’s board three times per year. 6. **Timeline:** The process from concept note to board decision typically takes at least 3–4 months. --- ## Additional Information - Applicants may reapply for the same grant once per year if not selected. - Pre-application meetings with Foundation staff are not available; use your concept note as your introduction. - Indirect costs are capped at 20% and must be included in the proposal budget. - Multi-year and renewal grants are considered on a case-by-case basis. --- ## External Links - [Program Page: Religion & Theology](https://hluce.org/programs/theology/) - [Grant Categories & Application Portal](https://hluce.org/programs/theology/grant-categories/) - [How to Apply](https://hluce.org/apply-for-a-grant/) - [Online Grants Portal](https://hluce.my.site.com/s/) - [Recent Grantees](https://hluce.org/grant-year/2023/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Web Form | |------------------------|------------------------------|---------------|-------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | info@hluce.org | 212-489-7700 | [Contact Page](https://www.hluce.org/contact/) | | Grants Administrator | grants@hluce.org | — | — | | Program Director | [Jonathan VanAntwerpen](https://hluce.org/about/staff/jonathan-vanantwerpen/) | — | — | ---

Religion and Theology

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