Who We Are
Interfaith Alliance is a network of people of diverse faiths and beliefs from across the country working together to build a resilient democracy and fulfill America’s promise of religious freedom and civil rights not just for some, but for all.
We mobilize powerful coalitions to challenge Christian nationalism and religious extremism, while fostering a better understanding of the healthy boundaries between religion and government. We advocate at all levels of government for an equitable and just America where the freedoms of belief and religious practice are protected, and where all persons are treated with dignity and have the opportunity to thrive.
What We Do
Advocate: We’re holding government officials accountable at every level, demanding an America where the freedom to believe and practice religion is protected for all.
Mobilize: We’re mobilizing a diverse, nationwide network of advocates, clergy, lay people, activists, and organizations to challenge the rise of religious extremism.
Educate: We’re equipping political leaders, religious communities, and everyday Americans with the tools and knowledge they need to push back against the erosion of true religious freedom and equality.
Forge: We’re building powerful coalitions across the country to confront these threats head on, ensuring America’s promise of religious freedom and civil rights isn’t just for the few - it’s for everyone.
Celebrating 30 Years
Interfaith Alliance was created in 1994 to celebrate religious freedom and to challenge the bigotry and hatred arising from religious and political extremism infiltrating American politics. Over the years, we’ve worked tirelessly to defend the values that define this nation—values of inclusion, dignity, and the protection of each individual’s right to believe as they choose.
As we celebrated our 30th anniversary in 2024, we took a moment to reflect on the incredible work we’ve done, the partnerships we’ve built, and the progress we’ve achieved.
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Our mission is to build a resilient, inclusive democracy that honors the freedoms of belief and religious practice for all, not just a select few. Join us in challenging Christian nationalism and religious extremism, and help us forge powerful alliances across diverse faiths and beliefs to protect our democratic values.
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Our mission is to build a resilient, inclusive democracy that honors the freedoms of belief and religious practice for all, not just a select few. Join us in challenging Christian nationalism and religious extremism, and help us forge powerful alliances across diverse faiths and beliefs to protect our democratic values.
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Interfaith Alliance Applauds Court Ruling Protecting Houses of Worship from Partisan Politics
Interfaith Alliance is a leading advocate for multi-faith democracy and healthy boundaries between religion and government. It was among the founding organizations of a national sign-on letter, joined by more than 1,800 nonprofit organizations, voicing opposition to the proposed settlement agreement in National Religious Broadcasters v. Bessent, a case in which the Trump administration and a coalition of religious broadcasters sought to create an effective exemption to the Johnson Amendment, the 70-year-old law that bars 501(c)(3) organizations, including houses of worship, from endorsing or opposing political candidates. Had the settlement been approved, religious leaders would have been able to make partisan endorsements from the pulpit without risking their tax-exempt status. Today, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas dismissed the case, finding it lacked jurisdiction.
Interfaith Alliance Continues to Oppose Harmful Anti-LGBTQ Medical Practices Masquerading as Care
Interfaith Alliance is a leading advocate for multi-faith democracy and healthy boundaries between religion and government. It joined a friend-of-the-court brief from religious organizations in Chiles v. Salazar, in support of Colorado’s right to protect LGBTQ+ youth from harmful, discredited “conversion therapy” practices.
New Report Sheds Light on the the Growing Threat of Christian Nationalism
A new report by the Public Religion Research Institute finds that support for Christian nationalism is growing in the U.S., with nearly one-third of Americans qualifying as adherents or sympathizers and higher concentrations in parts of the South and Midwest. The study highlights strong links between these beliefs and support for authoritarianism, political violence, and anti-immigrant policies, underscoring concerns about their impact on democracy and religious freedom.
OUR team
A passionate, committed, and collaborative team
The Interfaith Alliance team brings a wide range of experiences and perspectives to our mission. With backgrounds spanning the public and private sectors, religious and secular spaces, and nonprofit organizations, our team is united by a shared commitment to defending religious freedom and democracy.
Interfaith Coalition for Progress
Florida
Love Thy Neighbor Chester County
Chester County, PA
Paths to Understanding
Seattle, Washington
Indiana Faith Voices for Justice
Statewide
Arizona Faith Network
Statewide
Georgia Interfaith Public Policy Center
West Virginia Faith Collective
Interfaith Center of New York
NYC
OneJax
Jacksonville, FL
Challenging Islamophobia Together Chicagoland
Chicago Metropolitan Area, IL
The InterFaith Alliance of the Southwest
El Paso, TX
Wisconsin Faith Voices for Justice
Madison, WI
Center for Interfaith Relations
Louisville, KY
Interfaith Alliance of Peoria
Peoria, IL
Interfaith Alliance of Northern California
Sacramento, CA
Interfaith Alliance of Oklahoma
Oklahoma City, OK
Interfaith Alliance of North Dakota
Statewide
Wyoming Interfaith Network
Statewide
Interfaith Alliance of Upstate New York
Albany, NY
Interfaith Alliance of Southwest Florida
Southwest Florida
Interfaith Alliance of South Carolina
Hilton Head, SC
Interfaith Alliance of Rochester
Rochester, NY
Interfaith Alliance of Pennsylvania
Harrisburg, PA
Interfaith Alliance of Iowa
Statewide
Interfaith Alliance of the Bluegrass
Central Kentucky
Interfaith Alliance of Central California
Fresno, CA
Interfaith Alliance of Central Alabama
Birmingham, AL
Interfaith Alliance of Colorado
Statewide
Interfaith Alliance of Idaho
Boise, ID
The Interfaith Alliance of Hawai’i
Honolulu, HI
Funding
A statement on funding and transparency
At Interfaith Alliance, we are committed to transparency and accountability in all aspects of our work. We believe in the importance of being open about how we are funded and how your contributions are used. Our funding comes from a variety of sources, including individual donations, grants, and partnerships, all of which support our mission to create lasting change. We ensure that every dollar is used responsibly and efficiently to maximize our impact.
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Our mission is to build a resilient, inclusive democracy that honors the freedoms of belief and religious practice for all, not just a select few. Join us in challenging Christian nationalism and religious extremism, and help us forge powerful alliances across diverse faiths and beliefs to protect our democratic values.
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Our mission is to build a resilient, inclusive democracy that honors the freedoms of belief and religious practice for all, not just a select few. Join us in challenging Christian nationalism and religious extremism, and help us forge powerful alliances across diverse faiths and beliefs to protect our democratic values.
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