The Employee Peaks Fund (EPF), established by IronMountain Solutions employees in partnership with the Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville, supports nonprofit organizations that enhance the quality of life in Huntsville, Alabama, and surrounding communities where IMS employees live and work. Since its launch in 2018, the EPF has distributed over $720,000 to more than 110 nonprofit recipients, with a strong emphasis on addressing community needs identified by employee donors.
The EPF invites applications from eligible 501(c)(3) community-based nonprofits for grants that address one or more of the fund’s eight Quality of Life priorities: Arts & Culture, Basic Needs, Economic Opportunity, Education, Environment, Health & Wellness, Neighborhoods & Community, and Recreation. Projects must be inclusive and serve the general community regardless of race, religion, political beliefs, income, or background. Services from religious organizations must be available to the general public without proselytization.
Grants typically range from $2,000 to $7,500, and award determinations are made collectively by contributing IMS employees, with final approval by the Board of Directors. Not every applicant is guaranteed the full amount requested. Application deadlines are tied to seasonal cycles, and the 2025 Winter Grant cycle has closed; the next cycle will open for Summer 2026, with dates to be announced.
Applications must be submitted online with all required supporting documents by the specified deadline. Late submissions will not be considered and must be re-entered for future cycles. Ineligible expenses include conference fees, debt reduction, endowment or annual campaigns, grants to individuals or private foundations, political activity, and event sponsorships. Organizations that received EPF grants in the previous two cycles are also ineligible to apply.
Grantees may be required to submit post-award reports detailing the use of funds and measurable outcomes. Questions about the fund or application process may be directed to the EPF Board via email at epf-bod@imsinc.us.
Ensure application aligns with at least one Quality of Life priority; submit all documentation before deadline; avoid disqualifying expenses
