The Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama (CFNEA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Anniston, Alabama. Classified as a community foundation, CFNEA operates as a philanthropic fundraising services organization that manages donor gifts to create permanent funds benefiting the community. The foundation serves a nine-county area in northeast Alabama and is one of 12 community foundations operating statewide.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$94.4M
+32.3% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.1M
+14.1% YoY
Grant Count
59
+1.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$19K
+12.2% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To achieve positive change through the generosity of donors, now and for generations to come.
Key Focus Areas:
- Effective donor philanthropy
- Impactful grantmaking
- Collaborative community partnerships
The foundation has demonstrated involvement in health advocacy, including participation in the Cover Alabama Coalition—a nonpartisan alliance of 93 advocacy groups, businesses, community organizations, consumer groups, healthcare providers, and religious congregations advocating for quality, affordable health coverage in Alabama.
Grantmaking
CFNEA operates a donor-advised fund structure, allowing donors to direct the distribution and investment of funds. The foundation is comprised of 143 individual funds. Since its inception, the foundation has awarded more than $15 million in grants and scholarships.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
CFNEA serves a nine-county area in northeast Alabama, centered in the Anniston region.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2023 (Form 990 filing):
- Total Assets: $71.4 million
- Annual Revenue: $19.4 million
- Annual Expenses: $5.28 million
- Total Liabilities: $4.32 million
Staffing: The foundation employs 28 staff members.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $94,376,958 | $71,361,003 | $52,289,090 |
| Revenue | $19,600,456 | $19,372,689 | $8,511,265 |
| Expenses | $9,432,626 | $5,278,516 | $4,576,264 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $4,537,907 | $6,201,391 | $3,606,227 |
| 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
200 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
19 open opportunities from Community Foundation
Alabama Sports Officials Foundation Scholarship Grant
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Alumni Association of Alabama State University Anniston/Calhoun Chapter (ASU Alumni) Scholarship Fund Grant
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Anna Satcher Scholarship Support Fund Grant
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Rainbow Omega Inc ($153,437), United Way of East Central Alabama Inc ($51,500), Sight Savers America ($49,391).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE DECATUR, GA | GENERAL USE | $8,919 |
| ALABAMA POLICY INSTITUTE BIRMINGHAM, AL | ALABAMA CENTER FOR LAW & LIBERTY, GENERAL USE | $7,500 |
| ANNISTON FATHERHOOD INITIATIVE INC ANNISTON, AL | ANNISTON FATHERHOOD INITIATIVE | $18,000 |
| ANNISTON MUSEUMS AND GARDENS ANNISTON, AL | REPAIR THE GREENHOUSE/SPECIAL PROJECT FOR INTERN/MENTORING PRGORAM, UNRESTRICTED IMO OF JOSIE AYRES, LONGLEAF BOTANTICAL GARDENS, AND ADA ACCESS FOR EDUCATIONAL CONCOURSE | $44,111 |
| BLOUNT COUNTY EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC ONEONTA, AL | SUMMER 2024 SAIL PROGRAM | $30,000 |
| BRIDGING THE GAP COMMUNITY SERVICES INC ROANOKE, AL | A HEALTHIER ME PROGRAM | $12,103 |
| CHEAHA CREATIVE ARTS ANNISTON, AL | STANDARDS FOR EXCELLENCE GRANT AND ART CLASSES AT RANDOLPH PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | $6,200 |
| FAMILY SUCCESS CENTER OF ETOWAH COUNTY INC GADSDEN, AL | HOPE FAMILY & CHILDREN COUNSELORS; WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP FORUM PROGRAM | $42,150 |
| COLUMBIA THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY DECATUR, AL | EDUCATIONAL | $11,892 |
| INTERFAITH MINISTRIES INC ANNISTON, AL | USAGE; HEALTH COACHING | $30,290 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Jennifer S. Maddox - Principal Officer
- Deborah Pfledderer - Chief Financial Officer
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| BLAIR GOODGAME | TRUSTEE & GOVERNANCE COMMI | 1 | — |
| JOHN ROCHESTER | TRUSTEE & BOARD CHAIR | 1 | — |
| ANNA BERRY | TRUSTEE & BOARD VICE-CHAIR | 1 | — |
| MARY AMMONS | TRUSTEE & TREASURER | 1 | — |
| NANDA PATEL | TRUSTEE & BOARD SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| ANTHONY COOK | TRUSTEE & F/I COMMITTEE | 1 | — |
| JEFF NAPPER | TRUSTEE & F/I COMMITTEE | 1 | — |
| JACK SWIFT | TRUSTEE & F/I COMMITTEE | 1 | — |
| DR QUENTIN LEE | TRUSTEE & SCHOLARSHIPS COM | 1 | — |
| JACQUIE TESSEN | TRUSTEE & GRANTS COMMITTEE | 1 | — |
| JUDGE WES MOBLEY | TRUSTEE & GRANTS COMMITTEE | 1 | — |
| PAT BORSTORFF | TRUSTEE & SCHOLARSHIPS COM | 1 | — |
| FATHER JOHN MCDONALD | TRUSTEE & GRANTS COMMITTEE | 1 | — |
| LYNN BREWER | TRUSTEE & GRANTS COMMITTEE | 1 | — |
| JENNIFER S MADDOX | PRESIDENT & CEO | 40 | $170,200 |
| DEBORAH PFLEDDERER | CFO | 40 | $125,600 |
| J MITCHELL ROGERS | INTERIM PRESIDENT & CEO | 40 | $80,163 |
| FRED SMITH | VICE PRESIDENT OF COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP | 40 | $74,475 |
| SUSAN M WILLIAMSON | VICE PRESIDENT ADVANCEMENT * COMMUNICATIONS | 40 | $58,463 |
Contact Information
- Address: 1130 Quintard Ave Ste 100, Anniston, AL 36201-4681
- Phone: 256-231-5160
- Website: cfnea.org
- EIN: 63-0308398
- Tax-Exempt Status: 501(c)(3), ruling year 1939
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Community Foundation fund?
**Mission:** To achieve positive change through the generosity of donors, now and for generations to come. **Key Focus Areas:** • Effective donor philanthropy • Impactful grantmaking • Collaborative community partnerships The foundation has demonstrated involvement in health advocacy, including participation in the Cover Alabama Coalition—a nonpartisan alliance of 93 advocacy groups, businesses, community organizations, consumer groups, healthcare providers, and religious congregations advocati…
How do I apply for a grant from Community Foundation?
CFNEA operates a donor-advised fund structure, allowing donors to direct the distribution and investment of funds. The foundation is comprised of 143 individual funds. Since its inception, the foundation has awarded more than $15 million in grants and scholarships. The foundation's grantmaking activity includes both grants and scholarships distributed across its various charitable funds.
Where does Community Foundation make grants?
CFNEA serves a nine-county area in northeast Alabama, centered in the Anniston region.
What size grants does Community Foundation award?
In 2024, Community Foundation awarded 59 grants totaling $1.1M — an average of about $19K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Community Foundation's EIN?
Community Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 63-0308398. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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