Funding Amount

Up to US $500

Deadline

November 1, 2026

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Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

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Not eligible / not funded

  • Not eligible: No grants are made to or for:Individuals.
  • Not eligible: Religious Organizations for religious purposesDinners, Balls or other Ticketed Events.
  • Not eligible: Political Purposes.
  • Not eligible: Lobbying Activities.
  • Not eligible: Replacement of Government Grants or Funding.
  • Not eligible: Operating expenses unless they are for the initial stages of a pilot project
  • Not eligible: Program expenses that occur on a regular basis (e.g. annual workshop series, regularly needed medical equipment or patient care)Regularly supported activities of fundraising organizations.

Overview

The Community Foundation of West Alabama, established in 1999, supports charitable initiatives that benefit the West Alabama community. As a private non-profit organization, it aims to fund various projects while adhering to specific eligibility criteria. Grants are not available for individuals, political purposes, or regular operating expenses, ensuring funds are directed towards impactful community enhancements. This foundation prioritizes innovative projects that address pressing local needs and foster educational growth.

The Community Foundation of West Alabama was organized in 1999. The purpose of the Foundation is to receive and expend funds for charitable uses for the benefit of the communities around the West Alabama area. The Foundation is organized as a non-profit corporation under the laws of the State of Alabama and is governed by a Board of Directors.

Ineligibility

No grants are made to or for:IndividualsReligious Organizations for religious purposesDinners, Balls or other Ticketed EventsPolitical PurposesLobbying ActivitiesReplacement of Government Grants or FundingEndowments or Other Discretionary PoolsOrdinarily, we do not make grants for:Operating expenses unless they are for the initial stages of a pilot projectProgram expenses that occur on a regular basis (e.g. annual workshop series, regularly needed medical equipment or patient care)Regularly supported activities of fundraising organizations.

What Community Foundation of West Alabama actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024
43
Total given
$1.39M
Median grant
$12K
Range
$5,250–$157K
  • 100% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
  • 30% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

Example grants

  • Arts 'N Autism

    General fund

    $157K

  • Second Wind Program Inc

    General fund

    $153K

  • JH Ranch

    General fund

    $136K

  • DCH Foundation

    General fund

    $104K

  • University of Alabama

    General fund

    $93K

IRS Form 990, 2024. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Education
  • Nonprofits
  • Community services

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