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

April 3, 2026 (application window: Feb 2, 2026 – Apr 3, 2026)

Maximum award: $3,000 per application; single application per organization per cycle.

Supports nonprofit programs and services that enhance the well-being of East Alabama communities.

--- ## Description Community Trust Grants – EACF are designed to support nonprofit organizations delivering programs and services in the East Alabama area. The grants aim to strengthen and enhance local communities by funding a broad range of initiatives, including (but not limited to) education, health, human services, cultural arts, recreation, and community development. These grants are awarded annually and focus on measurable community impact. --- ## Due Dates - Application window: February 2, 2026 – April 3, 2026 - Submission deadline: April 3, 2026 - Awards announced: June 2026 --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award per organization: **$3,000** - Organizations may submit only one application per grant cycle. --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible applicants:** Nonprofit organizations serving the East Alabama area. - **Ineligible applicants/uses:** - 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 - Applications must be submitted online 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 - Only one application per organization is allowed per cycle. --- ## Additional Information - Grants are awarded in June. - For questions specific to EACF or SACF grants, contact Emma Tennant (see below). --- ## External Links - [Program page and full details](https://cacfinfo.org/grants/community-trust-grants-2/) - [CACF main grants page](https://cacfinfo.org/grants/) - [Online application portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cacfgrants) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | |----------------|------------------------------------------|-----------------| | Emma Tennant | [emma.tennant@cacfinfo.org](mailto:emma.tennant@cacfinfo.org) | (334) 264-6223 |

Community Trust Grants – EACF

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