Women’s Philanthropy Society
Forecasted
Women’s Philanthropy Society supports nonprofits addressing an annually selected issue to create systemic change and measurable benefits for women and families in Greater Huntsville.
Funder: Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville
Due Dates (Anticipated): Not yet announced
Funding Amounts: Up to two grants annually; 2025 awards were $50,000 and $25,000 ($75,000 total)
Summary: Supports nonprofits creating systemic change and measurable benefits for local women and families through an annually selected focus area.
Description
The Women’s Philanthropy Society at the Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville awards up to two high-dollar grants each year to create systemic change around a key issue facing women and their families in the community. Its Power of S.H.E.E. framework guides grantmaking toward positive, measurable impact across four core areas.
Safety and security covers domestic violence, homelessness, child abuse, human trafficking, and food insecurity. Health and wellness includes mental and physical health, substance abuse, infant mortality, and pregnancy. Education encompasses early childhood, K–12, higher education, and adult education. Economic empowerment includes financial and housing counseling, entrepreneurship, job and workforce training, childcare, and transportation. The Society’s 2026 Community Conversation explored education barriers and opportunities across all four educational stages.
