Pray and Obey Ministries is a Christian charitable fund conceived by a Christian family in Wilmington, North Carolina, with a desire to make a lasting Kingdom impact in their community and around the world.
Guided by prayer, obedience to God's Word, and faithful stewardship, the ministry supports organizations and individuals who share the Gospel, serve those in need, strengthen communities, and advance Christ-centered work.
Its mission is not only to make an impact today, but to establish a legacy of faith and generosity that will continue for generations to come.
All funding is given as a grant. There is no repayment expected.
Our impact
Key themes.
1
Proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ
Supporting ministries that clearly and faithfully share the message of Jesus, locally and globally, through evangelism, missions, Scripture distribution, and Christian media.
2
Strengthening fathers, families, and biblical leadership
Investing in organizations that model and encourage loving, Christ-centered fathers and strong families, recognizing their essential role in creating healthy communities.
3
Compassion in action for the vulnerable
Funding efforts that meet physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, including aid for the poor, persecuted Christians, victims of trafficking, the homeless, and children, demonstrating Christ's love through service.
4
Light in darkness through media, education, and global reach
Supporting Christian radio, television, education, and outreach tools that counter hatred and confusion with truth, unity, and hope rooted in Christ.
Impact statement
Our mission is to glorify Jesus Christ by supporting ministries that bring His love and truth to the world, strengthening fathers and families, restoring lives through compassion and service, and boldly advancing the Gospel to replace hatred and discord with faith, hope, and reconciliation.
He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?
Micah 6:8 ESV
Matthew 22:37-40 and Matthew 6:33, ESV.
Scripture quotation is from the ESV Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version), copyright 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
Our mission
Glorify Jesus Christ by investing in the people who show up.
Our mission is to glorify Jesus Christ by strategically investing in organizations that serve vulnerable individuals and communities. Through prayerful giving and grants, we support compassionate work that strengthens families, restores lives, and brings hope, dignity, and practical care to those in need.
Matthew 22:37-40ESV
How we give
Prayerfully, quietly, and directly to the organizations doing the work.
What we value
Compassion, faithfulness, sound stewardship, and lasting partnership.
We seek to support organizations whose work reflects our commitment to serving vulnerable individuals and communities. We prioritize efforts that address physical, emotional, and spiritual needs while bringing hope, dignity, and practical support to those who need it most.
Micah 6:8ESV
Children and families
Programs that stabilize households, protect children, and strengthen family life.
Those experiencing poverty
Relief and development work that meets immediate needs and builds a path forward.
The homeless and housing insecure
Shelter, transitional housing, and services that restore stability and dignity.
Survivors of trafficking and exploitation
Rescue, aftercare, and long-term restoration for those coming out of exploitation.
The persecuted and vulnerable
Support for believers and communities under pressure, at home and abroad.
Whole-person care
Ministries treating physical, emotional, and spiritual need as one work.
Christian education
Schools and training that form character alongside knowledge.
We keep the process simple. Here is exactly what happens after you apply.
01
Review the fit
Read through our focus areas and funding criteria to see whether your work aligns.
02
Submit your application
Complete the form. Plan for about 30 minutes and have your project budget ready.
03
Review
Our fund reviews every submission. We may follow up by email with a few clarifying questions.
04
Decision and partnership
Organizations we are able to fund are contacted directly. Given volume, we cannot respond individually to every applicant.
Criteria
What we look for.
We are a small fund reviewing more requests than we can support. Clarity helps us both. Here is what moves an application forward.
Matthew 6:33ESV
A clear, biblically grounded, Christ-centered mission
Alignment with one or more of our focus areas
An established track record and sound governance
A specific, well-defined use for the funds requested
Good to know before applying
Most partners are registered 501(c)(3) nonprofits, churches, or fiscally sponsored ministries
We fund both one-time projects and ongoing operational needs
We support work both in the U.S. and internationally
We are a small, private fund and cannot support every request we receive
FAQ
Questions about applying.
Do we need to be a registered nonprofit to apply?
Most of our partners are 501(c)(3) organizations, churches, or projects with a fiscal sponsor. If you are unsure whether your structure qualifies, apply and note your situation in the form. We will follow up if we need more information.
Is this a grant, or a loan?
All funding is given as a grant. There is no repayment expected.
How long does the review process take?
It varies with the volume of applications we receive, but most applicants hear back within several weeks. We are a small, private fund, so we appreciate your patience.
Can we apply more than once?
Yes. If your circumstances or programs change, you are welcome to submit a new application. We ask that you space repeat applications at least a year apart unless we have invited you to reapply sooner.
Who is behind Pray and Obey Ministries?
We are a private family fund. In keeping with our approach to giving, we do not publicize the individuals or family behind our support. Thank you for understanding if we keep those details private.
Take the next step
Tell us about the work you are already doing.
If your mission aligns with our focus areas, we would like to hear from you. Plan for about 30 minutes and have your project budget and financial documents ready.
