Mini Grant Program
The Mini Grant Program provides flexible $500 grants to help East Alabama nonprofits strengthen their operations and better serve local communities.
Funder: Community Foundation of East Alabama
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (applications open, projected) | December 2026 (submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Three grants of $500 each per year; one-time, unrestricted support per recipient.
Summary: Provides small, flexible operating grants to strengthen nonprofits serving East Alabama communities.
Key Information: Preference for nonprofits operating 2–5 years in Lee, Macon, Tallapoosa, Chambers, or Russell counties.
Description
The Mini Grant Program from the Community Foundation of East Alabama offers three $500 unrestricted grants annually to nonprofits within the East Alabama region. The program aims to provide general operating support, allowing recipient organizations to use funds as needed to further their mission and strengthen their capacity. Grants are funded through the Foundation's General Fund, with awards made based on community need and the strength of the application. The process is competitive and overseen by the Foundation’s Board of Directors, with a stated preference for organizations that have been in operation for 2–5 years.
