Community Grants from the Community Foundation of West Alabama support innovative projects that address critical needs and foster measurable, positive change in West Alabama communities.
Funder: Community Foundation of West Alabama
Due Dates: November 1, 2026 | April 1, 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 per grant; awards are typically for one year; multi-year funding is rare.
Summary: Supports charitable projects that address critical needs and promote positive change in West Alabama communities.
Key Information: Only 501(c)(3) organizations in Bibb, Fayette, Greene, Hale, Pickens, Lamar, Marengo, Sumter, and Tuscaloosa counties are eligible.
Community Grants from the Community Foundation of West Alabama are designed to support a broad range of charitable initiatives that benefit the West Alabama region. Since 1999, the Foundation has prioritized projects that address pressing community needs in areas such as arts and humanities, children and youth, education, elder care, environment, health and medicine, recreation, and social welfare. The grant program favors innovative approaches, projects that address root causes, and those offering measurable impact. Funding is competitive and aims to make a meaningful difference for local organizations and the populations they serve.