[Women's Foundation of Alabama](https://wfalabama.org/grant-focus-areas)

August 2026 (brief proposal) | September 2026 (full proposal)

$50,000 per award; typically 9 awards per cycle; funding period is 1–2 years

Supports Alabama organizations advancing economic opportunity, leadership, and wellbeing for women through high-impact, innovative programs.

This is a forecasted opportunity; all deadlines are projected and subject to change.

--- ## Description The Women's Foundation of Alabama's competitive grant cycle funds local, community-based organizations across Alabama that are working to advance gender and economic equity for women. The program prioritizes innovative, high-impact initiatives that help women and girls overcome barriers to economic mobility, including workforce training, child care, and leadership development. The Foundation's strategic focus is on moving 10,000 women into the workforce and toward economic mobility by 2027. Grants are awarded to organizations addressing three core focus areas: Women + Work, Women + Leadership, and Women + Wellbeing (with an emphasis on financial wellbeing). Projects should propose holistic and measurable solutions that empower women and promote economic opportunity throughout Alabama. --- ## Due Dates - **Brief Proposal Submission Deadline (anticipated):** August 2026 - **Full Proposal Submission Deadline (anticipated):** September 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - **Award Size:** $50,000 per organization - **Number of Awards:** Typically 9 per cycle - **Funding Duration:** 1–2 years (grants may be paid out over one or two years) - **Indirect Costs:** Capped at 10% of the total project budget --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, a 501(c)(3) exempt religious institution, or a government entity. - Fiscal sponsorship is allowed if there is a meaningful mission fit and an established relationship. - Organizations must provide services in Alabama; grants are available statewide. - Large organizations (e.g., universities, YMCAs) should apply through the president’s or development office. - Applicants may only submit one brief proposal per cycle. - Organizations with an active two-year grant from the previous cycle are not eligible; those who have completed their grant may reapply. - Grants are **not** made to/for: - Individuals - Religious organizations for religious purposes - National fundraising drives - Sponsorship of fundraising events - Political organizations or candidates - Debt reduction, scholarship/campership programs, or replacement of government funding cuts - Indirect costs above 10% --- ## Application Process - **Two-stage process:** 1. Submit a brief proposal by the anticipated August 2026 deadline. 2. Selected applicants will be invited to submit a full proposal (anticipated deadline: September 2026). - Site visits may be conducted for applicants advancing to the full proposal stage. - Final funding decisions are typically announced in December. - Required application materials: - 501(c)(3) documentation (or equivalent) - Audited financial statements - Most recent IRS Form 990 - Use the Foundation’s online grants management system (Foundant) to apply. [Access the grant portal here.](https://wfalabama.org/grant-focus-areas/) - Grant reporting is required at the end of the grant period. --- ## Additional Information - Funding is available for general operating support and staff salaries, but proposals should include a sustainability plan for any grant-funded positions. - The Foundation generally does not serve as the sole funder of a project. - Applicants may apply again if previously denied; feedback from program officers is recommended. - Projects must align with one of the three focus areas: - **Women + Work:** Workforce training, job readiness, wraparound supports, policy advocacy. - **Women + Leadership:** Leadership development, mentorship, professional growth. - **Women + Wellbeing:** Financial wellness, legal services, direct cash models, advocacy. --- ## External Links - [Grant Focus Areas & Application Portal](https://wfalabama.org/grant-focus-areas/) - [Fall 2025 Grant Cycle Overview & FAQ (PDF)](https://wfalabama.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/WFA-Fall-2025-Grant-Cycle-Overview-FAQ.pdf) - [Strategic Grantmaking Initiatives](https://wfalabama.org/grant-opportunities/) - [Past Grantees & Impact](https://wfalabama.org/news/fall2025grantees/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Email | Phone | |---------------------------|---------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|-----------------| | Zhaundra C. Jones | Vice President of Philanthropy & Learning | [zjones@wflabama.org](mailto:zjones@wflabama.org) | 205-326-4454 | | Kaitlee Daw | Senior Program Officer | [kdaw@wfalabama.org](mailto:kdaw@wfalabama.org) | | | General Inquiries | | [hello@wfalabama.org](mailto:hello@wfalabama.org) | 205-326-4454 | | Foundation Office | | | 2213 1st Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233 | For additional questions, use the [contact form](https://wfalabama.org/contact) on the Foundation website.

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