Alabama Infrastructure Funding via Appalachian Regional Commission
State and local agencies, governmental entities, nonprofits, tribes, and higher education institutions in eligible Appalachian Alabama counties can seek funding for critical infrastructure and workforce or business development projects. With a mission to strengthen Appalachian communities, Appalachian Regional Commission provides support that may benefit colleges and universities engaged in regional economic and workforce initiatives.
Appalachian Regional Commission
Costco Foundation Education Grants in Alabama
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Alabama that support children, education, or health and human services can seek program funding that meets demonstrated community needs. Costco Foundation supports evidence-based, collaborative initiatives with broad financial backing; higher education-related programs serving children or families may be eligible if they align with these priorities.
Costco Foundation
C Spire Wireless Foundation Support for STEM
501(c)(3) organizations focused on STEM education, digital literacy, technology, and workforce development in Alabama may be eligible for grants supporting community projects and events. C Spire Wireless Foundation prioritizes groups based in its service region, using its technology expertise to strengthen tech education, professional skills, and broadband access for students and communities.
C Spire Wireless Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Early-Stage Impact Grants in Alabama
Alabama higher education and other early-stage social impact organizations addressing urgent social or environmental problems can access funding through Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation. Eligible independent nonprofits or mission-driven for-profits may receive up to US $300,000 plus intensive capacity-building support to scale innovative solutions that directly benefit underserved communities, including those focused on education and economic mobility.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Support for Cultural Education
Nonprofit cultural institutions in Alabama and across the U.S. can seek more than US $100,000 to support arts and science programs, capital projects, or limited general and endowment needs. William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes arts education, artist development, and STEAM-focused science programs, so higher education institutions with strong cultural or arts education components may be eligible.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Social Service Funding for Nonprofits from Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing chronic poverty and economic hardship, including those serving Alabama, can apply for more than US $100,000 in social service support from the Hearst Foundation. Funding may cover program, capital, or general support for proven initiatives such as economic development, youth development, housing, legal aid, or reentry services, including higher-education-connected programs.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Health and Education Grants for Nonprofits from Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Nonprofit organizations, especially 501(c)(3) groups, can seek funding for health, education, or community initiatives from the Labcorp Charitable Foundation. Focused on improving healthcare access and education, this U.S.-based funder invites Alabama higher education and community-focused organizations to apply for support such as STEM programming, preventative healthcare, and services for underserved populations.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Support for Education
Higher education institutions and education-focused organizations in Alabama working on urban youth education, health, or family economic stability can seek project or scale-up funding of more than US $50,000. With a mission to expand opportunities for children in poverty, Michael & Susan Dell Foundation supports eligible U.S. entities that meet its focus, location, and impact criteria.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Higher Education Funding from Pleiad Foundation
Alabama higher education institutions and related nonprofits can seek support for college, university, or other post-secondary initiatives, as well as medical research and arts and cultural programs in Central Alabama. Alabama higher education organizations can access funding through Pleiad Foundation, which prioritizes qualified groups in the Greater Birmingham and Central Alabama counties listed.
Pleiad Foundation
Humanitarian and Health Funding for Nonprofits from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations working on health, education, or disaster relief can apply for Semnani Family Foundation support, including groups serving Alabama as part of its U.S. focus. With a mission to empower marginalized communities, the foundation partners with on-the-ground programs worldwide, especially those improving healthcare access and protecting vulnerable children, women, and families.
Semnani Family Foundation
Bank of America Community Grants in Alabama
Higher education institutions and 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Alabama can seek sponsorship support for community-focused programs addressing housing, jobs, hunger, arts and culture, environment, or diversity and inclusion. Grants from Bank of America Charitable Foundation help organizations advance economic mobility, basic needs, workforce development, and community development through regional U.S. sponsorships.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Vulcan Materials Company Foundation Support for Alabama Higher Education
Public charities and government units in Alabama can receive funding for education, environmental stewardship, and community programs that benefit Vulcan communities. Vulcan Materials Company Foundation particularly considers higher education initiatives in states where it operates, especially projects in science, engineering, public education improvement, and STEM-focused programs that directly impact student outcomes.
Vulcan Materials Company Foundation
Gupta Family Foundation Social Services Grants
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian nonprofits supporting disadvantaged people through social services, poverty alleviation, disability care, or disaster relief can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants; awards range from US $5,000 - US $250,000. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) entities and qualifying foreign organizations, including those serving higher education communities in Alabama, may be eligible if they meet the foundation’s mission and size criteria.
Gupta Family Foundation
Alabama Humanities Alliance Support for Alabama Humanities
Applications due Aug 1, 2026
Alabama-based nonprofit organizations, higher education institutions, government agencies, and tribal governments in Alabama can apply for Alabama Humanities Alliance’s Mini Grant; awards up to US $2,500 for public humanities projects. Colleges and universities can use this flexible, no-match funding for humanities programs that engage the public with strong scholarly content and active participation.
Alabama Humanities Alliance
Accessibility Funding for Arts Organizations from South Arts
Applications due Sep 4, 2026
Nonprofit arts organizations, higher education institutions, government units, and tribal communities in Alabama can receive US $500 - US $2,500 to make arts programs more accessible for people with disabilities. South Arts supports costs like accessibility audits, assistive services, website upgrades, and modest facility enhancements; colleges and universities with arts programming may be eligible.
South Arts, Inc.
Hansen Family Foundation Education Grants in Alabama
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations, including higher education and education-access programs in Alabama, can apply for Hansen Family Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000 to support educational, youth, humanitarian, environmental, animal welfare, or arts and culture initiatives. Smaller nonprofits with budgets under $1 million and reasonable overhead may be especially competitive.
Hansen Family Foundation
Alabama Rural Facilities Funding via USDA
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Public bodies, community-based nonprofits, and federally recognized Tribes in rural Alabama can fund construction, renovation, or equipment for essential community facilities, including educational and community-serving buildings. With a mission to strengthen rural infrastructure, USDA Rural Development provides grants on a graduated scale to small, low-income communities, which may include higher education-related facilities in eligible areas.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
USDA Support for Alabama Rural Microenterprise
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Nonprofits, tribes, and higher education institutions in Alabama that serve rural microenterprises can access loans and grants to run revolving microloan funds and provide technical assistance. Focused on rural entrepreneurship, the USDA program may benefit higher education entities supporting small business training, lending, and development in eligible rural areas. Awards up to US $500,000.
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Alabama Youth Support Funding via TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near TJX locations in Alabama can apply for The Tjx Foundation’s grants to support basic needs, youth education, workforce readiness, and safety from domestic violence. Eligible groups must align with TJX’s mission, be within 15 miles of a TJX site, and meet specific nondiscrimination and prior-funding requirements.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Community Services Grants in Alabama
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Alabama 501(c)(3) public charities, public schools, and libraries can seek unrestricted support for environmental and human services programs through grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000. The Lawrence Foundation provides operating or project funding for U.S.-headquartered organizations, and higher education institutions with qualifying public charity status may be eligible for relevant community or environmental initiatives.
Lawrence Foundation
Alabama Youth Education Funding via Malone Family Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Nov 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Alabama focused on education programs for children and young adults can apply for Malone Family Foundation support to improve learning, motivation, and self-esteem. With a mission to promote positive life changes, the foundation favors innovative, high-impact, long-term projects, including higher education initiatives, with clear plans, strong management, and measurable results.
Malone Family Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Support for Community Vitality
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Higher education-related 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Alabama working on basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven initiatives may be eligible for Ameriprise Community Grants, which are available across the U.S. Grants from Ameriprise Financial help fund hunger relief, housing and homelessness services, adult self-sufficiency, community development, and cultural enrichment programs that show measurable outcomes.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Education Grants in Alabama
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Higher education and other 501(c)(3) organizations in Alabama can seek project funding in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental initiatives. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help U.S. nonprofits with one-year projects, with awards ranging from US $5,000 - US $25,000 through an annual October–March application cycle.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Support for Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth and families with education, housing, food security, or environmental programs in Alabama and beyond can apply for True Inspiration Awards grants. Chick Fil A Foundation provides US $30,000 - US $350,000 to support initiatives like academic enrichment, leadership development, hunger relief, housing services, and environmental stewardship projects benefiting young people.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
USDA Rural Development Grants for Alabama
Applications due Jun 15, 2027
USDA Rural Development provides Alabama higher education institutions, nonprofit corporations, tribes, and other rural public entities with funding to support technical assistance and training for small rural businesses. Grants from US $10,000 - US $500,000 can back business counseling, facilities, incubators, revolving loan funds, distance learning for job training, and broader community economic development projects.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Collaborative Community Impact Grants for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations across the U.S. that lead strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s Community Partnership Award, recognizing collaborative solutions to significant social issues. Grants from Mutual of America Foundation help Alabama higher education and other nonprofits highlight exemplary public–private–social sector partnerships that measurably improve lives and communities.
Mutual Of America Foundation