Changemaker Accreditation Grants

Changemaker Accreditation Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: American Association of Birth Centers Foundation (AABC)
Last Updated: January 08, 2026

Summary

The Changemaker Accreditation Grants support birth centers in achieving and maintaining accreditation by covering up to 100% of the initial or annual fees required by the Commission for the Accreditation of Birth Centers. This initiative honors the pioneers of the birth center movement and aims to assist centers that demonstrate financial hardship and a commitment to serving low-income communities. Special consideration is given to those fostering public education and located in rural areas.

Overview

Changemaker Accreditation Grants The Changemaker Accreditation Grant was established in honor of the founders of the birth center movement and the current and future changemakers who propel the movement forward. The grant is designed to pay up to 100% of the initial accreditation fee or an accredited birth center’s annual fees due to the Commission for the Accreditation of Birth Centers (CABC). The AABCF has the exclusive authority to determine all grant guidelines, criteria, timelines and awards, and will monitor all grants.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. To qualify a birth center must have:AABC Birth Center MembershipA demonstrated financial hardship to pay 100% of their CABC accreditation feesA demonstrated capacity and a plan to complete the accreditation process with the intent to maintain accreditation.Not received an Accreditation Support Grant in the last three years You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member.