Nonprofits in Alabama Power's territory can apply twice a year for Alabama Power Foundation grants (no maximum) for education, community development, arts, health and human services, or environmental projects. Talk to your Division representative first if asking for $10,000 or less. 2027 dates are posted in early 2027.
The Foundation Grant is the Alabama Power Foundation's broadest grant, open to nonprofits in Alabama Power's service territory working in educational advancement, civic and community development, arts and culture, health and human services, or environmental stewardship. There is no maximum request amount, and there are two application cycles a year; 2027 cycle dates will be posted in early 2027. Requests of $10,000 or less should be discussed with the local Division representative before applying.
Our reading of the listing: for-profit businesses are not eligible for this one.
Nonprofits operating within Alabama Power's service territory
Project addresses at least one focus area: educational advancement, civic and community development, arts and cultural enrichment, health and human services, environmental stewardship
Project has potential for permanent improvement, involves a varied group of collaborators, can be duplicated elsewhere, and has multiple sources of support; organization shows sound fiscal management
Not funded: groups acting on behalf of individuals, projects outside the service territory, salaries and wages, utility bills
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