About Our Grants
ACJF funds Alabama nonprofits advancing justice, family stability, mental health, and workforce development for disadvantaged groups through innovative, measurable programs.
Funder: Alabama Civil Justice Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Spring grants application deadline, by invitation, projected)
Funding Amounts: Recent years: $300,000–$335,000 total awarded per cycle; individual grants vary.
Summary: Supports Alabama nonprofits advancing justice, family stability, mental health, and workforce development for disadvantaged populations.
Key Information: Spring grant cycles are typically by invitation only; eligibility and focus areas may change annually.
Description
The Alabama Civil Justice Foundation (ACJF) provides grant funding to nonprofit organizations across Alabama that address critical needs of disadvantaged children, families, and seniors. The foundation prioritizes projects that expand access to justice, social services, and social justice initiatives, aiming to improve quality of life at the local, regional, and statewide level. ACJF's strategic funding supports innovative programs in family stability, mental health, and workforce development, with an emphasis on measurable outcomes and collaborative approaches.
Since 1993, ACJF has awarded over $16.5 million to a diverse set of nonprofits, demonstrating a strong commitment to addressing root causes of poverty and barriers to justice in Alabama. Grant cycles, particularly in the spring, are often invitation-only and focus on organizations with demonstrated impact in the foundation’s priority areas.
