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

June 29, 2026 (Applications open) | August 7, 2026 (Submission deadline)

$5,000–$25,000 per award; one application per organization per cycle

Supports nonprofit projects in Social Services, Shelter, Community Building, and the Arts benefiting Lowndes, Macon, and Montgomery counties.

Online applications only; no funding for individuals, research, or operating costs.

--- ## Description The Community Trust Grants program, administered by the Central Alabama Community Foundation, provides funding to nonprofit organizations working to improve quality of life in Lowndes, Macon, and Montgomery counties. The grant focuses on initiatives in Social Services, Shelter, Community Building, and the Arts, aiming to support impactful projects that address local needs and enrich the community. Awards are intended to foster cultural and community enhancement, with a particular emphasis on projects that demonstrate clear benefits to the target counties. --- ## Due Dates - Applications open: June 29, 2026 - Application submission deadline: August 7, 2026 Awards are typically announced in October (Social Services, Shelter) and November (Community Building, Arts). --- ## Funding Amount - Minimum award: $5,000 - Maximum award: $25,000 - Each nonprofit may submit one application per cycle. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be nonprofit organizations. - Projects must benefit communities in Lowndes, Macon, or Montgomery counties. - Only one application per organization per cycle is allowed. **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 programs by faith-based organizations) - Research - Sponsorship of fundraising events - Start-up costs --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted online through the [CACF Grant Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cacfgrants). - Paper applications are not accepted. - Prepare to demonstrate nonprofit status and alignment with grant focus areas. - Only one application per organization per grant cycle is allowed. --- ## Additional Information - Social Services and Shelter grants are awarded in October. - Community Building and Arts grants are awarded in November. - Review the full eligibility and restrictions list on the [program page](https://cacfinfo.org/grants/community-trust-grants-5/). --- ## External Links - [Community Trust Grants Program Page](https://cacfinfo.org/grants/community-trust-grants-5/) - [Central Alabama Community Foundation Home](https://cacfinfo.org) - [CACF Grant Portal (Application)](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cacfgrants) - [Contact CACF](https://cacfinfo.org/contact/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |--------------------------|-------------------------------------------| | Phone | (334) 264-6223 | | Online Contact Form | [Contact CACF](https://cacfinfo.org/contact/) | | Grant Portal Assistance | Sabrina Wood (sabrina.wood@cacfinfo.org) | | Address | 114 Church Street, Montgomery, AL 36104 |

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