The Birmingham Change Fund supports nonprofit programs that improve education, economic opportunity, and healthcare for African Americans in Birmingham.
Funder: Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2026 (annual application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards have ranged from $10,000–$30,000 over 1–3 years; over $50,000 awarded since inception.
Summary: Supports programs benefiting African Americans in Birmingham, focusing on education, economics, and healthcare.
The Birmingham Change Fund, managed by the Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham, is a giving circle of African American professionals dedicated to improving the quality of life for African Americans in the Birmingham region. The Fund awards grants to local nonprofits working in the core areas of education, economics, and healthcare. Since its founding, the Fund has supported impactful programs, promoted collective philanthropy, and helped raise awareness of critical issues facing the community.