Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

June 30, 2026

82 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

General Project Program

Overview: Supports initiatives that conserve, enhance, and develop Alabama's natural and human resources to strengthen communities statewide.

Focus Areas:

  • Conservation efforts

  • Economic and community growth and development

  • Environmental enhancement

  • Natural resource development

  • Human resource development
  • Geographic Scope: Alabama statewide through nine RC&D Councils covering all 67 counties. Projects involving three or more councils are eligible for statewide grants from the Alabama Association.

    Eligibility:

  • Non-profit organizations

  • Units and sub-units of government

  • Projects without an educational component fall into this category
  • Mission: Through strategic investment and partnership, the program accelerates conservation efforts, fosters economic and community growth, and improves the environment and overall quality of life for Alabama citizens.

    Fiscal Year: October 1 - September 30

    Contact Information:

  • Phone: 334-240-3863

  • Email: info@alabamarcd.org

  • Address: PO Box 3128, Montgomery, AL 36109

  • Hours: Mon-Fri 8am - 5pm
  • How to Apply

    How to Apply

    1. Determine Your Council: All 67 counties in Alabama belong to one of nine RC&D Councils. Find your local council at alabamarcd.org.

    2. Application Period: Applications accepted April 1 - June 30 for the fiscal year beginning October 1.

    3. Submission Process:
    - Applications are now submitted through Foundant software (Grantee Portal)
    - New users: Click "Create New Account" to complete registration and create login credentials
    - Existing users: Enter your credentials and log in
    - Forgot password: Use the "Forgot your Password?" link to reset

    4. Account Requirements:
    - You must provide a second point of contact when creating your account
    - Select the RC&D Council you wish to apply with
    - If unsure which council to apply with, use the "Find Your Local Council" tool

    5. Multi-Council Projects:
    - If your project involves three or more councils, you are eligible for a Statewide grant from the Alabama Association

    6. Questions or Support:
    - Contact the Grant Administrator for assistance
    - Contact office: info@alabamarcd.org or 334-240-3863

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    environmentenvironmental-conservationcommunity-development

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