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 Opposes House Tax Bill Threatens Tax Status for Charities, Churches, and Nonprofits
Advocacy
May 14, 2025

Interfaith Alliance Opposes House Tax Bill Threatens Tax Status for Charities, Churches, and Nonprofits

Interfaith Alliance was one of more than 200 organizations that signed a statement opposing legislation allowing the Secretary of Treasury the ability to accuse any nonprofit of being a “terrorist supporting organization” without basic due process.

Book Bans vs. the Right to Read: Kelly Jensen and Rev. Amos Brown
State of Belief
May 12, 2025

Book Bans vs. the Right to Read: Kelly Jensen and Rev. Amos Brown

This week on The State of Belief, host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush welcomes Kelly Jensen. She’s a passionate advocate for intellectual freedom, democracy, and the right to read. As an editor at Book Riot and a former librarian, Kelly has been at the forefront of the fight against book bans and censorship. The urgent conversation covers the growing wave of censorship, the role of religious extremism in book-banning efforts, and what we can do to safeguard free expression and democratic values.

Interfaith Alliance Welcomes History-Making New Pope Leo XIV
Press Release
May 8, 2025

Interfaith Alliance Welcomes History-Making New Pope Leo XIV

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.

affiliates

Connecting with your community

Find our affiliates across the United States. Interested starting a local affiliate?
Let us know.

Challenging Islamophobia Together Chicagoland
Chicago Metropolitan Area
The InterFaith Alliance of the Southwest
El Paso & Southern New Mexico
Wisconsin Faith Voices for Justice
Statewide
Center for Interfaith Relations
Louisville, KY
Interfaith Alliance of Peoria
Peoria, IL
Interfaith Alliance of Northern California
Sacramento, CA
Interfaith Alliance of Oklahoma
Statewide
Interfaith Alliance of North Dakota
Statewide
Wyoming Interfaith Network
Statewide
Interfaith Alliance of Upstate New York
Albany, NY
Interfaith Alliance of Southwest Florida
Naples, FL
Interfaith Alliance of South Carolina
Statewide
Interfaith Alliance of Rochester
Rochester, NY
Interfaith Alliance of Pennsylvania
Harrisburg, PA
Interfaith Alliance of Iowa
Statewide
Interfaith Alliance of the Bluegrass
Lexington, KY
Interfaith Alliance of Central California
Fresno, CA
Interfaith Alliance of Central Alabama
Birmingham, AL
Interfaith Alliance of Colorado
Statewide
Interfaith Alliance of Idaho
Statewide
Interfaith Alliance of Hawaii
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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