Alabama Arts Grants

Champion grants provide teachers with funding to access the professional development and instructional resources needed to prepare students to be college and career ready in math and/or science. Donor Name: Alabama Power Foundation State: Alabama County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding Information Up to $7,500 per teacher team. How foundation likes to see Champion Grants used? Participate in Effective PD Effective PD: Is focused on content and pedagogy, models best practices, coaches and collaborates, and facilitates ongoing learning and implementation. Ongoing PD: Is preferred and could include attending multiple PD sessions throughout the year that continue to build instructional practices. PD Examples: Classes, workshops, conferences, instructional coaching, peer review/feedback, professional learning teams. Select Instructional Resources and/or Classroom Technology that Empower Learning Resources and Tech: Should increase engagement, help scaffold instruction and improve learning. Instructional Resource Examples: Manipulatives, measurement tools, standards-based STEM thematic unit kits, assessment tools (e.g., white boards, clicker apps), teacher best practices guides. Classroom Technology Examples: iPads, tablets, laptops, projectors, SMART Boards, document cameras, graphing calculators, digital microscopes, applications, software, online resources. Eligible Applicants  Public school teachers in grades nine to eleven apply as a grade level and/or subject area team. Criteria  Champion Grants must meet the following criteria: Demonstrate a Financial Need: Priority will be given to a public school if 50% or more of its full-time students receive free or reduced lunches, or if the school is a Title I school. Grade Level/Subject Area Collaboration: Intent is for teachers to commit to collaboration, professional growth and peer support to prepare students to be college and career ready in an agreed upon subject – math and/or science. High school teacher teams are encouraged to collaborate across grade levels but a single student grade level will need to be identified and targeted as the primary focus of the grant proposal. Teacher-Selected Professional Development (PD): All teachers who participate in the grant will select PD to complete that aligns with raising student achievement in math and/or science. Funds can be used on other resources if PD is free, but PD must be included in the proposal to nurture professional growth. Measure Student Achievement: Describe how the grant aims to improve student achievement and how success will be measured. Ineligibility  Champion Grants Will Not be Used to Support the Following: Primary and secondary private schools. Non-school organizations. Grant proposals that do not support raising student achievement in either math or English language arts. For more information, visit Alabama Power Foundation.

The City of Birmingham is accepting applications for its 2025 Community Arts Grant Program to support four community arts collaborations that benefit the City of Birmingham. Donor Name: City of Birmingham State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant | Matching Grants Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/16/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: This program will fund community-based organizations, groups, collectives or artists for arts and cultural projects taking a creative approach to addressing an issue impacting the City of Birmingham communities and neighborhoods where they live and work. Examples of issues addressed include but are not limited to civic advocacy and engagement, public health or safety, racial justice, restorative justice, and social or legal services. Priority consideration will be given to projects involving small to mid-sized arts organizations and/or individual artists. Funding Information Projects must provide 1:2 matching funds, meaning that 50 cents in project funds must be provided by the applicant team for every $1 in grant funds awarded. The total budget must be at least $15,000: $10,000 to be covered by this grant if awarded and $5,000 in matching funds from other sources. Matching funds may be in-kind, cash, or a combination of both.  Grant Period January 1, 2025 – December 1, 2025. Eligible Collaborations Collaborations eligible for funding include but are not limited to workshops, performances, concerts, festivals, demonstrations, screenings, and readings. Arts education projects that serve students attending a specific school or schools, either during or after school hours, are not eligible for funding. Activities must be broadly accessible to City of Birmingham residents, regardless of the age group being served by the project. Projects may be first-time collaborations or continuations of existing work.  Eligibility Check  All Eligibility Check submissions must provide the following documentation to advance to the second round of consideration. 2024 City of Birmingham business license, IRS 501c3 letter of exemption, Documentation of City of Birmingham business address, IRS Form-990 for the most recently completed fiscal year, Audit or financial statement for the most recently completed fiscal year, and List of current board of directors. For more information, visit City of Birmingham.

The Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville is inviting applicants for its give256 Grant to encourage, and inform emerging philanthropists to make a collective impact on Greater Huntsville. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville State: Alabama County: Madison County (AL) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/27/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: This innovative program allows members to pool their money and make a positive impact on Huntsville/Madison County community. Funding Priority Priority will be given to projects that meet the following criteria: Organizations impacting City of Huntsville, City of Madison, and/or unincorporated areas of Madison County Single, stand alone projects or programs (not operations) Funding Information $2,500 – $7,500. Geographic Focus Only nonprofit organizations impacting City of Huntsville, City of Madison, and/or unincorporated areas of Madison County, AL are eligible for grant funding. Eligibility Criteria All grants from this Fund must be made for charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes to any organization that is described in IRS code as a 501(c)3 public charity. Qualified organizations also include schools, religious institutions, or government agencies located in City of Huntsville, City of Madison, and/or unincorporated areas of Madison County, AL. Areas of Exclusion The following organizations and programs are not eligible for funding. Organizations not organized as 501(c)(3) public charities Debt reduction Endowment campaigns Grants to individuals Special events Annual campaigns Membership drives Conference expenses Political activities, including education initiatives meant to directly influence political activity For more information, visit CFGH.

The Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville is seeking applications for its Education Fund to invest in the future of community by supporting early childhood development, student achievement, college and career readiness, and the success of the educational system. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville State: Alabama County: Jackson County (AL), Limestone County (AL), Madison County (AL), Marshall County (AL), Morgan County (AL) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/27/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Focus Areas Kindergarten readiness Third grade reading proficiency Eighth grade math proficiency Career readiness College readiness College graduation Funding Priorities Priority will be given to projects that meet the following criteria: High impact (broad number of students supported) Strategically address the focus area Provide clear and measurable outcomes Funding Information Grant Amount: $2,500 – $5,000. Eligible Expenses Program costs for new and/or existing programs, including reasonable staff time associated with the implementation of the program/project Training and support for volunteers who assist in program/project implementation Geographic Focus  Greater Huntsville, Alabama (Jackson, Limestone, Madison, Marshall, and Morgan counties). Eligibility Criteria  All grants from this Fund must be made for charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes to any organization that is described in IRS code as a 501(c)3 public charity. Qualified organizations also include schools, religious institutions, or government agencies located in the Greater Huntsville area. Ineligible Expenses Grants to individuals Debt reduction Endowment campaigns Special events Annual campaigns Membership drives Conference expenses Political activities Capital expenses For more information, visit CFGH.

The Share Your Story Video Challenge award grants to qualified organizations who are supporting arts & culture programs in community. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville State: Alabama County: Jackson County (AL), Limestone County (AL), Madison County (AL), Marshall County (AL), Morgan County (AL) Type of Grant: Awards and Prizes Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/12/2024 Size of the Grant: Less than $1000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding Information $1,000 unrestricted grants. Eligibility Criteria All grants from this Fund must be made for charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes to any organization that is described in IRS code as a 501(c)3 public charity. Qualified organizations also include schools, religious institutions, or government agencies located in the Greater Huntsville area. Rules and Guidelines: This challenge is limited to organizations serving residents of the Greater Huntsville area (Jackson, Limestone, Madison, Marshall, and Morgan County). Even if your scope is broader, this challenge must specifically spotlight the work that your organization is doing to serve low-income members of their community. Your video must not exceed 60 seconds. No copyrighted materials (music, images, etc.) may be used for this challenge unless you own the copyright or have a license to use the material for this purpose. Written permission must be obtained and provided upon request for all copyrighted materials. Make a specific reference to how you serve the low-income members of their community in your video. Include an impact story in your video. Recommendations Here are some tips to make your Share Your Story video the best it can be. Shoot the video on location if possible. Shoot horizontally so that it is optimal for social sharing. Use a microphone if possible. Be aware of background sounds – traffic, crowds, etc. – that can compete with your message. Be enthusiastic! You are doing great things for ocommunity; don’t be afraid to share your story. Make sure it’s clear what the purpose of your organization or this program does. If someone has never heard of you, would they have an understanding from your video? Include impact numbers, such as number served Tell your story through spoken and written word on screen For more Information, visit CFGH

The Catalyze Birmingham Challenge is a national challenge that exists to jumpstart innovations in the field of career-connected learning (CCL), working to ensure that learners ages 11-22 have access to transformative career-connected learning that integrates education and career, allowing them to discover their aptitudes and leading them to rewarding careers. Donor Name: Catalyze State: Alabama County: Bibb County (AL), Blount County (AL), Chilton County (AL), Jefferson County (AL), Saint Clair County (AL), Shelby County (AL), Walker County (AL) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/16/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: Since 2021, the national Catalyze Challenge (“Catalyze”) winners have impacted more than 45,000 students, drawing on $13+ million in grants across 50+ organizations. Catalyze grantees work across the U.S. to plan, pilot, and implement innovations that provide students with career-connected learning opportunities and pathways into fulfilling careers. More specifically, they award competitive grant funding to forward-looking organizations with groundbreaking solutions for specific career-connected learning challenges, particularly those faced by (a) learners navigating career pathways and (b) both individuals and organizations working within education and industry. Open to innovators across the United States, Catalyze seeks novel approaches to career-connected learning that are aligned with one of two challenge-related themes: Career Exploration for Young Adolescents and Activating Employer Partnerships. These themes are deliberate opportunities to close existing gaps in the market and to enable learning experiences and outcomes that challenge the status quo. Career-connected learning innovations will build learners’ skills and agency to effectively navigate lifelong career journeys, and grantees will be part of a wider effort to build an evidence base around these themes while addressing practical challenges in their communities and beyond. Catalyze Birmingham Challenge will fund, learn from, and share bold ideas that rethink the connections between the education system, postsecondary education, vocational programs, apprenticeships, and employment for young people in the Birmingham Region. While they encourage innovative ideas across a broad spectrum, the outcomes for this Birmingham challenge must be innovative, specific, and clear, with proposals directly impacting the career opportunities and potential success of local participants through career-connected learning. The Birmingham coalition will operate the challenge, and with the help of a regional evaluation and selection committee, it will engage, source, evaluate, and fund high-potential innovations. Funding Information The Catalyze Birmingham Challenge will award pilot grants between $50,000 and $250,000 each to power 12-24 months of exploratory implementation. Eligibility Criteria Eligible applications will serve learners who live, learn, or work in the Birmingham region, defined as Bibb, Blount, Chilton, Jefferson, Shelby, St. Clair, and Walker counties. For more information, visit Catalyze.

The Longleaf Fund set forth by The Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama (CFNEA) is supported by individuals and families who understand that the community’s needs and strengths are constantly changing. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama State: Alabama County: Calhoun County (AL), Cherokee County (AL), Clay County (AL), Cleburne County (AL), DeKalb County (AL), Etowah County (AL), Randolph County (AL), Saint Clair County (AL), Talladega County (AL) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: This fund is designed to create a sustainable pool of charitable dollars to invest in community projects or initiatives. Grants from the Longleaf Fund (LF) are limited to 501(c)(3) qualified public charities operating in CFNEA’s (9) nine county region. This unrestricted fund accepts grant requests for any charitable purpose. Funding Information Grant awards over $3,000.00 will receive 100% of the award amount upon receipt of the signed grant agreement. Project Period Grant activities supported by a LF award may be sustained for one year, aftert he date the award is announced. Eligibility Criteria  Organizations that meet the following requirements are eligible to apply for a grant. All five (5) requirements must be met.  Organizations classified by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under Section 501(c)(3) of the I.R.S. code as a not-for-profit, tax-exempt organization, donations which are deductible as charitable contributions or a governmental/state or county agency;  Organizations with a minimum one-year operating history after the date of receipt of its 501 (c)(3)classification;  Organization must have a board approved current written strategic plan for the whole organization that covers at least 24 months which includes the organization’s entire current fiscal year and the following:  Mission statement;  Strategic goals and measurable objectives.  Organizations with revenues over $200,000.00 must submit an audited financial statement for a complete fiscal year. Organizations with an operating budget between $50,000.00- $199,999.00 must submit the most recent audit review or compilation. Organizations with an operating budget of $50,000.00 and below do not have to submit any audited documents.  Eligible organizations are invited to apply for a grant from any fund of the Foundation accepting applications (both grant cycles) as long as you do not have an open grant with the particular fund you wish to apply to. Funding Restrictions In compliance with federal regulations and Community Foundation policies, the following types of grants will not be considered or funded: Organizations that have discriminatory policies and/or practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex/gender, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information or political beliefs; Organizations with no 501(c)(3) IRS status unless you are a government/state agency; Organizations on the National Charity Watch List; Grants for dinners, fundraising and marketing events; Grants to endowments or other discretionary funding pools; Grants for capital campaign contributions (for building construction) or use of funds to cover capital campaign feasibility studies or campaign implementation expenses. This does not include regular maintenance; Grants for exhibitions and employee conference registrations, mileage to conference and conference fees; Grants for prizes, awards and scholarships; Grants for entertainment expenses; Grants for lobbying-related expenses; Grants for event sponsorships; Grants to organizations operating less than one year; Grants to individuals; Grants to religious organizations for religious purposes; Grants to organizations for projects outside CFNEA’s nine (9) county region; Grants for political purposes or to influence elections; and Organizations that have an existing/open grant from the Foundation may not apply for a new grant within the same fund until the current grant documentation is completed and closed. For a grant to be considered completed and closed, the not-for-profit partner must have successfully submitted their Final Grant Report. For more information, visit CFNEA.

The Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama is seeking applications for its Farley Moody Galbraith Fund. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama State: Alabama County: Calhoun County (AL), Cherokee County (AL), Clay County (AL), Cleburne County (AL), DeKalb County (AL), Etowah County (AL), Randolph County (AL), Saint Clair County (AL), Talladega County (AL) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Grants from the Farley Moody Galbraith Fund (FMGF) are limited to 501(c)(3) qualified public charities operating in CFNEA’s (9) nine county region. The purpose of the FMGF is to provide charitable support to a wide variety of charitable needs. Consideration shall be given to Mrs. Galbraith’s historical charitable giving that supported needy children, disadvantaged youth, and the arts. Funding Information Grant awards under $3,000.00 will receive 100% of the award amount upon receipt of the signed grant agreement. Project Period  Grant activities supported by a FMGF award may be sustained for one year, after the date the award is announced. Eligibility Criteria  Organizations that meet the following requirements are eligible to apply for a grant. All five (5) requirements must be met. Organizations classified by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under Section 501(c)(3) of the I.R.S. code as a not-for-profit, tax-exempt organization, donations which are deductible as charitable contributions or a governmental/state or county agency; Organizations with a minimum one-year operating history after the date of receipt of its 501 (c)(3) classification; Organization must have a board approved current written strategic plan for the whole organization that covers at least 24 months which includes the organization’s entire current fiscal year and the following: Mission statement; Strategic goals and measurable objectives. Organizations with revenues over $200,000.00 must submit an audited financial statement for a complete fiscal year. Organizations with an operating budget between $50,000.00- $199,999.00 must submit the most recent audit review or compilation. Organizations with an operating budget of $50,000.00 and below do not have to submit any audited documents. Eligible organizations are invited to apply for a grant from any fund of the Foundation accepting applications (both grant cycles) as long as you do not have an open grant with the particular fund you wish to apply to. Funding Restrictions In compliance with federal regulations and Community Foundation policies, the following types of grants will not be considered or funded: Organizations that have discriminatory policies and/or practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex/gender, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information or political beliefs; Organizations with no 501(c)(3) IRS status unless you are a government/state agency; Organizations on the National Charity Watch List; Grants for dinners, fundraising and marketing events; Grants to endowments or other discretionary funding pools; Grants for capital campaign contributions (for building construction) or use of funds to cover capital campaign feasibility studies or campaign implementation expenses. This does not include regular maintenance; Grants for exhibitions and employee conference registrations, mileage to conference and conference fees; Grants for prizes, awards and scholarships; Grants for entertainment expenses; Grants for lobbying-related expenses; Grants for event sponsorships; Grants to organizations operating less than one year; Grants to individuals; Grants to religious organizations for religious purposes; Grants to organizations for projects outside CFNEA’s nine (9) county region; Grants for political purposes Orto influence elections; and Organizations that have an existing/open grant from the Foundation may not apply for a new grant within the same fund until the current grant documentation is completed and closed. For a grant to be considered completed and closed, the not-for-profit partner must have successfully submitted their Final Grant Report. For more information, visit CFNEA.

Applications are now being accepted for the Harland Jones Charitable Fund. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama State: Alabama County: Calhoun County (AL), Cherokee County (AL), Clay County (AL), Cleburne County (AL), DeKalb County (AL), Etowah County (AL), Randolph County (AL), Saint Clair County (AL), Talladega County (AL) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The purpose of the Harland Jones Charitable Fund (HJCF) is to provide charitable support to 501(c)(3) qualified public charities operating in CFNEA’s (9) nine county region with programing that focuses on education, literacy, safety, and development (moral and physical) for youth to age nineteen (19). Funding Information Grant awards under $3,000.00 will receive 100% of the award amount upon receipt of the signed grant agreement. Project Period Grant activities supported by an HJCF award may be sustained for one year, after the date the award is announced. Eligibility Criteria  Organizations that meet the following requirements are eligible to apply for a grant. All five (5) requirements must be met. Organizations classified by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under Section 501(c)(3) of the I.R.S. code as a not-for-profit, tax-exempt organization, donations which are deductible as charitable contributions or a governmental/state or county agency; Organizations with a minimum one-year operating history after the date of receipt of its 501 (c)(3) classification; Organization must have a board approved current written strategic plan for the whole organization that covers at least 24 months which includes the organization’s entire current fiscal year and the following: Mission statement; Strategic goals and measurable objectives. Organizations with revenues over $200,000.00 must submit an audited financial statement for a complete fiscal year. Organizations with an operating budget between $50,000.00- $199,999.00 must submit the most recent audit review or compilation. Organizations with an operating budget of $50,000.00 and below do not have to submit any auditeddocuments. Eligible organizations are invited to apply for a grant from any fund of the Foundation accepting applications (both grant cycles) as long as you do not have an open grant with the particular fund you wish to apply to. Funding Restrictions In compliance with federal regulations and Community Foundation policies, the following types of grants will not be considered or funded: Organizations that have discriminatory policies and/or practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex/gender, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information or political beliefs; Organizations with no 501(c)(3) IRS status unless you are a government/state agency; Organizations on the National Charity Watch List; Grants for dinners, fundraising and marketing events; Grants to endowments or other discretionary funding pools; Grants for capital campaign contributions (for building construction) or use of funds to cover capital campaign feasibility studies or campaign implementation expenses. This does not include regular maintenance; Grants for exhibitions and employee conference registrations, mileage to conference and conference fees; Grants for prizes, awards and scholarships; Grants for entertainment expenses; Grants for lobbying-related expenses; Grants for event sponsorships; Grants to organizations operating less than one year; Grants to individuals; Grants requesting over $50,000; Grants to religious organizations for religious purposes; Grants to organizations for projects outside CFNEA’s nine (9) county region; Grants for political purposes or to influence elections; and Organizations that have an existing/open grant from the Foundation may not apply for a new grant within the same fund until the current grant documentation is completed and closed. For a grant to be considered completed and closed, the not-for-profit partner must have successfully submitted their Final Grant Report. For more information, visit CFNEA.

Applicants are invited to apply for the Foothills Community Partnership Charitable Grant Fund. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama State: Alabama County: Calhoun County (AL) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Grants from the Foothills Community Partnership Charitable Grant Fund are restricted to 501(c)(3) qualified public charities operating in Calhoun County, Alabama. The purpose of the FCPCF Fund is to benefit and enhance the sustainability of services of non-profit organizations that address human care issues in the Calhoun County, Alabama. The Fund’s focus is on programs and projects that address the following community issues: Education Community and economic development Safety and wellness Funding Information Grant awards under $3,000.00 will receive 100% of the award amount upon receipt of the signed grant agreement. Funding Duration Grant activities supported by a FCPCF award may be sustained for one year, after the date the award is announced. Eligibility Criteria  Organizations that meet the following requirements are eligible to apply for a grant. All five (5) requirements must be met. Organizations classified by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under Section 501(c)(3) of the I.R.S. code as a not-for-profit, tax-exempt organization, donations which are deductible as charitable contributions or a governmental/state or county agency; Organizations with a minimum one-year operating history after the date of receipt of its 501 (c)(3) classification; Organization must have a board approved current written strategic plan for the whole organization that covers at least 24 months which includes the organization’s entire current fiscal year and the following: Mission statement; Strategic goals and measurable objectives. Organizations with revenues over $200,000.00 must submit an audited financial statement for a complete fiscal year. Organizations with an operating budget between $50,000.00- $199,999.00mustsubmitthemostrecent audit review or compilation. Organizations with an operating budget of $50,000.00 and below do not have to submit any audited documents. Eligible organizations are invited to apply for a grant from any fund of the Foundation accepting applications (both grant cycles) as long as you do not have an open grant with the particular fund you wish to apply to. Funding Restrictions In compliance with federal regulations and Community Foundation policies, the following types of grants will not be considered or funded: Organizations that have discriminatory policies and/or practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex/gender, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information or political beliefs; Organizations with no 501(c)(3) IRS status unless you are a government/state agency; Organizations on the National Charity Watch List; Grants for dinners, fundraising and marketing events; Grants to endowments or other discretionary funding pools; Grants for capital campaign contributions (for building construction) or use of funds to cover capital campaign feasibility studies or campaign implementation expenses. This does not include regular maintenance; Grants for exhibitions and employee conference registrations, mileage to conference and conference fees; Grants for prizes, awards and scholarships; Grants for entertainment expenses; Grants for lobbying-related expenses; Grants for event sponsorships; Grants to organizations operating less than one year; Grants to individuals; Grants to religious organizations for religious purposes; Grants to organizations for projects outside CFNEA’s nine (9) county region; Grants for political purposes Orto influence elections; and Organizations that have an existing/open grant from the Foundation may not apply for a new grant within the same fund until the current grant documentation is completed and closed. For a grant to be considered completed and closed, the not-for-profit partner must have successfully submitted their Final Grant Report. For more information, visit CFNEA.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in West Alabama to address critical community needs in areas such as arts, education, health, and social welfare through innovative and collaborative projects.

Technical Assistance Grants to support a nonprofit organization seeking to strengthen their internal operations and improve the effectiveness of their organization in Lowndes, Macon and/or Montgomery counties. Donor Name: Central Alabama Community Foundation State: Alabama County: Lowndes County (AL), Macon County (AL), Montgomery County (AL) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/09/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Organizations may request funding for assistance with Strategic Planning, Organizational/Board Infrastructure, Fund Development and/or Marketing/Public Relations. Funding Information Grant application for a maximum award of $3,000. Ineligibility  Grants/Funding are not awarded to: Individuals Annual fundraising drives, events or marketing campaigns Endowments Partisan political advocacy Regular operating support or capital projects Religious purposes (although they do support educational and social service programs offered by faith-based organizations) Research Sponsorship of fundraising events Start-up costs. For more information, visit CACF.

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Huntsville, Alabama, that enhance community quality of life through projects in various focus areas such as arts, education, health, and economic opportunity.

The Women’s Philanthropy Society is accepting applications to leave a legacy of love an enduring gift for generations to come across a broad spectrum of issues impacting community’s quality of life. Donor Name: Women’s Philanthropy Society State: Alabama County: Limestone County (AL), Madison County (AL) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/10/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Focus Areas For 2024, the Women’s Philanthropy Society has chosen the focus issue of Health & Wellness.  Funding information  $50,000 (Up to two high impact $50,000 grants may be awarded)  Funding Priority Priority will be given to projects that meet the following criteria: Strategically address the focus area. Involve more than one agency or organization and are collaborative in nature Address a desired systemic change. Provide clear and measurable outcomes.  Geographic Areas Greater Huntsville, Alabama (Jackson, Limestone, Madison, Marshall, and/or Morgan counties). Eligible Expenses Program costs for new and/or existing programs, including reasonable staff time associated with the implementation of the program/project. Training and support for volunteers who assist in program/project implementation. Capital expenses. Eligibility Criteria All grants from this Fund must be made for charitable, religious, scientific, literary, or educational purposes to any organization that is described Code Section 170(c)(2), 501(c)(3), 2055(a)(2) or 2522(a)(2) (except for private foundations as defined by Code Section 509(a)) (“qualified organization”). Qualified organizations also include schools, religious institutions, or government agencies located in the Greater Huntsville area.  Ineligible Expenses Organizations not organized as “qualified organizations” as defined in Eligible Recipients section above Grants to individuals  Debt reduction Endowment campaigns Special events Annual campaigns Membership drives Conference expenses Political activities. For more information, visit Foundant Technologies.

The Alabama RC&D Grants special projects that enhance the human and natural resources to improve the quality of life for local Alabama citizens. Donor Name: Alabama Association of RC&D Councils State: Alabama County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 06/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Priorities The FY 2024-2025 Priorities are as follows:  General Funds Projects related to Natural Resources Conservation Community Facilities and Services Tourism and Economic Development Education Funds K-12 Outdoor Education Education to Benefit Small Farmers and/or Community Gardens, etc. K-12 Technology Workforce/ Community Training Projects that cover all nine member council regions Projects that cover more than three council regions Projects that only cover three council regions Projects submitted by an RC&D council (or multiple councils) Projects submitted by partnering organizations. Funding Information $5,000.00 – $25,000.00. Eligibility Criteria Must be a registered 501c3 not-for-profit or unit or sub-unit of government. Restrictions Operational/Administration phases of established programs Salaries or expected operational cost Endowment campaigns Religious organizations for religious purposes Individuals directly Development or public relations activities (e.g. literature, videos, etc.) Purchase of land/property Post-event or after-the-fact situations. For more information, visit AARC&DC.

The Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville is seeking applications for its Compass Society Grant program. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville State: Alabama County: Jackson County (AL), Limestone County (AL), Madison County (AL), Marshall County (AL), Morgan County (AL) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/27/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Through the power of generosity, the Compass Society implements collaborative, visionary projects that have a significant and sustainable impact across many areas of community’s quality of life. Visionary doesn’t just mean something new, but rather it is the future-focused opportunity to create a community you want for your children and your grandchildren. These proposals require organizations in community to work together to achieve something greater than any one organization could achieve alone, no matter how great the work they are doing. Focus Areas The work of the Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville stretches across eight areas in the Quality of Life Framework, which are defined below.  Arts & Culture Enriches the community through arts, culture, and lifestyle experiences Basic Needs Provides food, clothing, shelter, and other basic necessities Economic Opportunity Equips individuals and organizations through training, creating employment opportunities, and promoting growth of the entrepreneurial ecosystem Education  Invests in early childhood development, K-12 students, college and career readiness, post-secondary education, and lifelong learning Environment Stewards community’s natural resources Health & Wellness Addresses physical and mental health and wellness Neighborhoods & Communities Strengthens entire neighborhoods or communities through a holistic approach Recreation Engages in experiences that refresh the mind, body and spirit Priorities Priority will be given to projects that meet the following criteria: Visionary Create innovative, future-focused projects or programs Collaborative Involve three or more partners that may or may not all be nonprofits. The organization applying must meet the Eligible Recipient qualifications below. Span the focus areas in the Quality of Life Framework  Impact three or more of the focus areas listed above High-impact Affect a large number of people through scalable, ripple-effect transformation Funding Information  $50,000 Eligible Expenses Program costs for new and/or existing programs Reasonable staff and/or volunteer time and training associated with the implementation of the program/project Geographic Focus  Greater Huntsville, Alabama (Jackson, Limestone, Madison, Marshall, and Morgan counties). Eligibility Criteria All grants from this Fund must be made for charitable, religious, scientific, literary, or educational purposes to any organization that is described Code Section 170(c)(2), 501(c)(3), 2055(a)(2) or 2522(a)(2) (except for private foundations as defined by Code Section 509(a)) (“qualified organization”). Qualified organizations also include schools, religious institutions, or government agencies located in the Greater Huntsville area. For more information, visit CFGH.

Through its competitive grant-making process, The Community Foundation of South Alabama (“CFSA”) awards grants to local nonprofits serving Mobile, Baldwin, Escambia, Monroe, Conecuh, Choctaw, Clarke, and Washington Counties. Donor Name: Community Foundation of South Alabama State: Alabama County: Baldwin County (AL), Choctaw County (AL), Clarke County (AL), Conecuh County (AL), Escambia County (AL), Mobile County (AL), Monroe County (AL), Washington County (AL) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: These grants are funded through the Foundation’s unrestricted funds and field of interest funds established by donors to address the most pressing needs in the community. Focus Areas  The Community Foundation of South Alabama has six key focus areas for the eight-county footprint: Family, Education, Work, Racial Equity, Arts and Culture, and Mental and Behavioral Health. For 2024, the Foundation will accept grant applications in the following six priorities: Promoting parenting education Expanding opportunities to help young people get well-paying jobs through workforce training Increasing access to preschool education Increasing youth access to extracurricular activities Advance matters of fairness and racial equity with a critical focus on underprivileged youth Increasing youth access to equitable, high-quality arts and culture Mental and behavioral supports for individuals and families. Types of Grants Through its competitive grant-making, CFSA is awarding program grants only in 2024. These grants are typically one-year funding commitments. Program Grants  Program grants enable a nonprofit organization or coalition of organizations and interested stakeholders to implement a specific project designed to benefit the community. CFSA is most interested in supporting sustainable programs that have the potential to produce meaningful results on community priorities and/or needs. Funding is provided for the expansion or refinement of existing programs as well as new programs that show promise of efficacy and sustainability. Grants to programs with a successful track record are also considered. Program grants are restricted to expenses directly and indirectly related to the operation of the project. No more than 20% may be used to pay for indirect or administrative expenses. Grants may not be used for general operating support or organizational capacity building. Funding Information As a general rule, CFSA prefers program grant requests that do not exceed 50% of the budget for the program/project/activity for which the proposal is seeking support. This demonstrates that the proposal has a diversified base of support and has some measure of community buy-in. CFSA grant amounts may range from $5,000-$15,000. Requests should not exceed $15,000. Please be advised that submitting an application does not guarantee funding. Geographical Areas Organizations must serve a portion of the eight-county region which includes Baldwin, Choctaw, Clarke, Conecuh, Escambia, Mobile, Monroe, and Washington counties. All requested funding must directly benefit individuals who reside in CFSA’s eight-county region. Eligibility Criteria  Applicant organizations must be recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)3 organization, government entity, educational institution, or religious organization. If applying using fiscal sponsorship, the applicant must present a formal written agreement. CFSA Typically Does Not Fund: Individuals Fundraising expenses Religious activities Conference or seminar expenses Lobbying or political activities Political organizations or candidates for public office Budget deficit or debit reduction Scholarship or endowment funds of another charity Tickets for charity benefits Capital projects and campaigns. For more information, visit CFSA.

Alabama Arts Project Grants support a wide range of arts activities and events, aiming to deliver positive arts experiences to the public. These include festivals, performances, exhibitions, and workshops among others, with the goal of fostering community engagement and appreciation for the arts. Applications are accepted from April 1 through June 4, 2024, for activities between October 1, 2024, and September 30, 2025, and from July 1 through September 3, 2024, for activities between January 1 and September 30, 2025.

Grant Opportunity: Alabama Power Foundation Grants Funding Organization: Alabama Power Foundation Contact Information: - For questions about Foundation Grants and application content, contact Maggie Beans at [email protected]. - For questions about the application portal, login information, and approval status, contact Lisa Blue at [email protected]. - Division Contacts: - Birmingham Division (Jefferson, Shelby, and portions of St. Clair, Walker, Blount counties): Kimberly Jackson – [email protected] - Southern Division (Auburn, Camden, Clanton, Greenville, Marion, Opelika, Prattville, Selma, Tallassee, Wetumpka): Mike Jordan – [email protected] - Eastern Division (Alexander City, Anniston, Gadsden, Oneonta, Pell City, Roanoke, Sylacauga, Talladega): Monica Bennett – [email protected] - Southeast Division (Dothan, Eufaula, Florala Enterprise Phenix City Ozark): Chere Johnson – [email protected] - Western Division (Tuscaloosa Centreville Eutaw Demopolis Livingston Jasper Fayette Hamilton): Danielle Kimbrough – [email protected] - Mobile Division (Mobile area including the towns of Atmore Bay Minette Brewton Butler Flomaton Grove Hill Jackson Monroeville Thomasville): Beth Thomas – [email protected] - Statewide initiatives or impacts more than one Division: Maggie Beans – [email protected] Award Details: - Cycle 1: - Application Deadline: December 15th each year - Award Notification: March of the following year (1st quarter) - Cycle 2: - Application Deadline: June 14th each year - Award Notification: October of the same year (3rd quarter)

Grant Opportunity: Power to Play Grant Funding Organization: Alabama Power Foundation Contact Information: For more information and to apply, visit the Athletics Application at [link] and the Arts Application at [link]. Program Intent: The Power to Play grant program aims to expand opportunities and increase student participation in arts and athletics programs. This year, grant funding can be used to help replenish revenue loss in arts or athletics departments due to COVID-19-related restrictions. Award Details: The grant program offers two types of grants - athletic grants and artistic grants. Athletic grants can be used for purchasing sport-specific equipment/uniforms, coaching supplements, payment of expenses (referees, umpires, tournament entry fees), and improvement of sports venues. Artistic grants can be used for purchasing new uniforms for dance teams or choir, equipment (instruments or production equipment), and significant reduction of annual fees. Grant amounts are not specified. Eligibility: The grant application is open to middle schools and high schools only. Schools must have an overall financial need, determined by having 50% or more full-time students receiving free or reduced-price lunches or being a Title I school. To apply for the athletic grant, schools must be a member in good standing of AHSAA (Alabama High School Athletic Association). Other Relevant Information: Schools must indicate the specific intended use of the grant money and estimate how many students will be affected. Applications will be reviewed by Alabama Power Foundation for adherence to the Power to Play guidelines. Application Cycle: There is one application cycle for the Power to Play Grant: - Cycle 1: Application opens on July 29, 2024, and closes on August 23, 2024. COVID-19 Support: Grant funds can also be used for supporting arts and athletic programs due to COVID-19-related restrictions. Examples include support for band due to reduced concession sales, support of athletic teams due to loss of funds from car parking, support of live streams of events, and support for theater and art departments due to the loss