Community Needs
Grant Priority AreaThe Foundation supports programs providing for an individual’s basic needs, such as access to food, clothing and adequate housing. Emphasis is placed on classes and programs which help individuals better navigate and manage their circumstances, leading to enhanced job opportunities and outcomes for an improved life for Alabama’s individuals and families. By connecting with rural communities and non-profit organizations, we desire to support communities and spark revitalization in Alabama’s richly diverse rural areas. All of this work is connected to the availability and development of leaders who have the vision and capacity to address these challenges.
A segment of the population highly valued by the Foundation is Alabama’s estimated 400,000 veterans. Given the sacrifices made by our military personnel, they deserve access to services and opportunities that enable them to lead productive and fulfilling lives.
Our priorities:
- Access to food, clothing and adequate housing
- Programs that offer an effective approach to job training and life skills
- Rural community revitalization
- Projects that meet the needs of Alabama’s veterans
- Leadership programs demonstrating success in developing leaders for the nonprofit, government and business sectors
Past Grants
Lincoln Village
Lincoln Village of Huntsville received a grant for $50,000 for the renovation of homes.
Albert schweitzer Fellowship - AL Chapter
The Albert Schweitzer Fellowship was awarded $20,000 to develop leaders committed to advancing strategic health benefits for vulnerable populations.
Feeding the Gulf Coast
A grant for $20,000 was awarded to Feeding the Gulf Coast for their Boxing Out Hunger program.
Kids to Love
Huntsville based Kids to Love received a grant of $40,000 for their KTECH job training program.
Samson’s Strength Sustainable Veterans Project
Samson’s Strength received a grant of $25,000 for their veteran housing program.
Cooperative Downtown Ministries
The Firehouse Shelter received a grant for $150,000 towards their capital campaign for a new shelter.
Samson’s Strength Sustainable Veterans Project
Samson’s Strength received a grant of $25,000 for their veteran housing program.
Cooperative Downtown Ministries
The Firehouse Shelter received a grant for $150,000 towards their capital campaign for a new shelter.