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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In the Wake of the New York City Mayoral Primary, Muslims and Jews Stand Together Against Hate
New York State Assemblyman Zohran K. Mamdani won the Democratic nomination to become the New York City mayor. Despite his professed claims to the contrary and his repeated commitment to working with Jewish communities in New York, critics are accusing Mamdani of antisemitism and attacking him with a tremendous amount of anti-Muslim hate.
Interfaith Alliance Condemns Islamophobia and Extremist Targeting of Public Officials
As a national leader in defending religious freedom and multi-faith democracy, Interfaith Alliance is appalled by the recent surge of Islamophobic hate speech and incitement against NYC Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, and the broader pattern of extreme hate directed against public officials and vulnerable minorities. This hateful rhetoric seeks to spread polarization and division and wrongly pit diverse American communities against one another.
A Victory for Religious Freedom and Public Education
The Senate Parliamentarian just struck a major blow to efforts to undermine public education and erode the separation of religion and government. The proposed national school voucher program, modeled on the so-called Educational Choice for Children Act, has been removed from the Senate’s budget reconciliation package after being ruled in violation of the Byrd Rule.
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.
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
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Our Community at Work
Photos from recent events.
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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