[Central Alabama Community Foundation](https://cacfinfo.org)

June 29, 2026 (Application opens) | August 7, 2026 (Application deadline)

Up to $3,000 per grant; single application per organization per cycle.

Supports nonprofit projects to improve quality of life in Autauga County through social services, shelter, community building, and the arts.

--- ## Description The Community Trust Grants – AACF are designed to support nonprofit organizations working to enhance the quality of life in Autauga County, Alabama. Grants fund initiatives in social services, shelter, community building, and the arts. The program aims to strengthen local resources and foster cultural and social development by backing impactful projects and services from eligible nonprofits. --- ## Due Dates - June 29, 2026: Application opens - August 7, 2026: Application deadline (final submission due) Applications are only accepted online during this period. --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: **$3,000 per grant** - Each eligible nonprofit may submit one application per cycle Awards are typically made in October (for Social Services, Shelter) and November (for Community Building, Arts). --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible applicants:** Nonprofit organizations serving Autauga County, Alabama - **Limit:** One application per organization per cycle - **Ineligible for funding:** - Individuals - Annual fundraising drives, events, or marketing campaigns - Endowments - Partisan political advocacy - Regular operating support or capital projects - Religious purposes (except for educational/social service programs by faith-based organizations) - Research - Sponsorship of fundraising events - Start-up costs --- ## Application Process - **Submission:** Online only via the [CACF Grant Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cacfgrants) - **Required documents:** - Current year operating budget - Prior year operating budget - Audited financial statement (if available) - Core Operating Standards for Nonprofits - IRS Letter of Determination - Listing of Board of Directors - Letter endorsing project from organization president No paper applications are accepted. --- ## Additional Information - Grants are awarded in October (Social Services, Shelter) or November (Community Building, Arts). - Applications from nonprofits outside Autauga County or for ineligible purposes will not be considered. --- ## External Links - [Program Page](https://cacfinfo.org/grants/community-trust-grants-copy/) - [Central Alabama Community Foundation](https://cacfinfo.org) - [CACF Grant Portal (Apply Online)](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cacfgrants) - [Contact CACF](https://cacfinfo.org/contact/) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | |--------------------|--------------------------|------------------| | General Inquiries | [Contact Form](https://cacfinfo.org/contact/) | (334) 264-6223 | | Portal Support (Sabrina Wood) | sabrina.wood@cacfinfo.org | |

Community Trust Grants – AACF

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