Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

June 30, 2026

33 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Education Fund Projects

Overview: Invests in learning opportunities that strengthen individuals, organizations, and communities across Alabama.

Geographic Scope: All 67 counties in Alabama through nine regional RC&D Councils. Statewide grants available for projects involving three or more Councils.

Focus Areas:

  • Workforce development

  • K–12 schools and higher education

  • Libraries

  • Conferences and workshops

  • Senior education initiatives

  • Collaborative resource-sharing efforts
  • Eligibility:

  • Non-profit organizations

  • Units and sub-units of government
  • Key Requirements:

  • Project must have an educational component

  • Fiscal year runs October 1 to September 30
  • Mission: Expands access to knowledge and practical skills that drive community and economic advancement through strategic partnerships and targeted funding. Fosters long-term growth, improves quality of life, and helps make Alabama a better place to live, work, and thrive.

    Contact Information:

  • Email: info@alabamarcd.org

  • Phone: 334-240-3863

  • Address: PO Box 3128, Montgomery, AL 36109

  • Hours: Mon-Fri: 8am – 5pm
  • Website: alabamarcd.org

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    Timeline:

  • Applications accepted: April 1, 2026 – June 30, 2026

  • Reviews completed before October 1 to ensure approval by fiscal year start

  • Fiscal year begins: October 1
  • Steps to Apply:
    1. Determine your local RC&D Council (all 67 Alabama counties belong to one of nine Councils)
    2. Create account in Foundant software portal (new users) or log in (existing users)
    3. Provide a second point of contact when creating account
    4. Select the RC&D Council you wish to apply with
    5. Submit application through Grantee Portal
    6. Reach out to local RC&D Council Office for additional information and guidance

    Account Registration:

  • New Users: Click "Create New Account" to complete registration and create login credentials

  • Existing Users: Enter credentials to log in

  • Forgot Password: Use "Forgot your Password?" link to reset

  • Already Registered? Contact Grant Administrator to receive username instead of creating duplicate account
  • Support:

  • Contact RC&D office with questions

  • Local RC&D Council Office can provide more information
  • Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    nonprofitsworkforce-developmenteducation

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