The Caring Foundation is a philanthropic arm of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, established in 1990 to fulfill the company’s commitment to improving the health, wellness, and education of Alabamians. It operates by identifying key needs within the state and funding organizations that are making a measurable impact on community well-being. Through its grantmaking, the Foundation seeks to strengthen efforts that enhance health outcomes and foster educational success across Alabama.
In alignment with this mission, the Foundation offers annual grants to nonprofit organizations that are either located in Alabama or directly serve Alabama communities. To qualify, applicants must be tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) and hold a 509(a)(1) or 509(a)(2) public charity status. Each organization may submit only one request per calendar year. Any awarded funds must be used exclusively for Alabama-based programs.
The 2025 grant cycle opens on January 1, 2025, and closes on November 10, 2025. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis throughout this period. However, applicants are strongly advised to submit proposals at least 90 days before the intended project start date or event. New applicants should expect a minimum review window of 60 days from submission to decision. Repeat applicants may only reapply based on the date they last received funding in the previous year. For instance, an award in August 2024 would make the applicant eligible again starting August 2025.
Funding requests must align with the Foundation’s core focus areas: health, wellness, and education. The Foundation does not fund individuals, political groups or candidates, private foundations, sports teams, or any initiative deemed inappropriate under its guidelines. All awarded grants must be used to benefit Alabama residents through local programs.
To initiate the application process, eligible nonprofits must prepare and submit their proposals well in advance of the 90-day minimum window. Additional requirements or application specifics, such as submission formats or required documents, are not detailed in the provided material and may need to be confirmed directly with the Foundation.
Apply early; submit at least 90 days before event or launch; first-time applicants should allow 60 days for review.
