Alabama Association of Resource Conservation and Development Councils
The Alabama Association of Resource Conservation and Development Councils (also known as Alabama Resource Conservation and Development Council) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Montgomery, Alabama. Founded in 1994, the organization serves as a coordinating body for Resource Conservation and Development (RC&D) Councils throughout Alabama. The association depends on the leadership abilities and unique skills within the communities it serves to advance its conservation and development mission.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$3.1M
+8.7% YoY
Annual Giving
$11.1M
+22.0% YoY
Grant Count
32
+3.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$347K
+18.1% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization's primary focus is coordinating activities of Alabama RC&D Councils and supporting natural resources conservation and protection efforts across the state. The association administers local and regional Resource Conservation and Development plans through member organizations and agencies, with the goal of improving economic conditions and furthering conservation objectives.
Primary NTEE classification: Recycling Programs (C27)
Grantmaking
The Alabama Association of Resource Conservation and Development Councils is an active grantmaker, distributing substantial funding to regional RC&D councils and conservation organizations throughout the state.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization funds throughout Alabama, with grants supporting regional RC&D councils that serve specific multi-county areas within the state.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Fiscal Year 2024:
- Total Revenues: $13,093,310
- Total Expenses: $13,184,545
- Total Assets: $3,072,898
- Staff: 4 employees
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $3,072,898 | $2,827,219 | $2,356,882 |
| Revenue | $13,093,310 | $11,298,686 | $9,016,810 |
| Expenses | $13,184,545 | $10,975,548 | $8,585,776 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $17,601 | $7,349 | $507 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
111 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
3 open opportunities from Alabama Association of Resource Conservation and Development Councils
Alabama RC&D Grants
ALABAMA ASSOCIATION OF RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT COUNCILS
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Education Fund Project Program
ALABAMA ASSOCIATION OF RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT COUNCILS
Amount
Varies
Deadline
June 30, 2026
General Project Program
ALABAMA ASSOCIATION OF RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT COUNCILS
Amount
Varies
Deadline
June 30, 2026
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIKE RODEN | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| NICK WILLIAMS | CHAIR | 5 | — |
| MARIANNE LEIGH | SEC/TREAS | 5 | — |
| CHRIS LANGLEY | V CHAIR | 5 | — |
| WILLIAM HODGE | PAST CHAIR | — | — |
| ALLEN PICKENS | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| SHEILA BAKER | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| EDDIE KERR | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| DON SHERROD | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| J O NORRIS | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| MONICA CARROLL | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| KATHERINE CONNER | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | — |
| CRAIG SIZEMORE | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| KATHY MCCRIMMON | DIRECTOR | — | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The organization has been active in supporting conservation initiatives across Alabama, including efforts related to prescribed fire capabilities and environmental stewardship programs. The association continues to distribute grants to regional councils for community development and conservation education purposes.
Alabama State Parks Expands Prescribed Fire Capabilities ...Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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