Grant Opportunities

Our Community Foundation offers a number of grant opportunities that are open to nonprofits serving Blount, Jefferson, Shelby, St. Clair and Walker Counties. These grants focus on five priority areas that guide our leadership, grantmaking and community support for the next decade.

Grant Opportunities

Fall 2024 Grant Cycle

The fall grant cycle application is now closed. For those advancing, full proposals will be accepted through Oct. 11, and site visits will be scheduled between Oct. 14 and Nov. 1. Final grant notifications will be sent in mid-December.

Review our updated Grant Guidelines and Fiscal Sponsorship Guidelines via the links below.

Other Grant Opportunities

Through the generosity of our donors Community Foundation offers funds that support organizations or programs addressing specific issues and needs in our community. Each of these fund has its own grant requirement process.

Partner With Us

Based on input from community members across the region, our vision is a just, prosperous and unified region where every person is empowered to reach their full potential. Together, we can attain that vision. A Community Foundation grant can support your work and the vision we share.

Learn how you can make an impact today