Alabama Power Foundation – Classroom Grants (2027)
Grants of Up to $1,000 for K–12 Classroom Supplies, Student Learning, and Educational Resources in Alabama
The Alabama Power Foundation’s Classroom Grant Program provides grants of up to $1,000 to K–12 educators across Alabama. Funding helps teachers purchase essential classroom supplies, books, instructional materials, and other resources that improve learning environments and support student achievement.
The program prioritizes Title I public schools and schools serving significant populations of students from low-income households. Nonprofit organizations partnering with schools may also participate, provided applications are submitted in the school’s name.
The first 2027 application cycle opens February 8 and closes February 19, 2027.
Organization: Alabama Power Foundation
Support Type: Corporate foundation education grants
Geographic Focus: Alabama, with preference for Alabama Power service territory
Funding Amount: Up to $1,000
Application Deadline: February 19, 2027
About the Funder
The Alabama Power Foundation is the charitable foundation associated with Alabama Power, a major electric utility serving communities throughout Alabama.
Established in 1989, the Foundation invests in programs that strengthen education, improve community well-being, expand economic opportunities, and support long-term community development.
The Foundation has awarded more than $303 million since its establishment, including more than $125 million in education-related giving.
Its Classroom Grant Program is designed to help educators address everyday classroom needs that directly affect students’ learning experiences.
What This Program Supports
Classroom Grants fund practical resources and initiatives that improve educational environments and strengthen student achievement.
Classroom Supplies & Instructional Materials
Funding may support:
- Basic classroom supplies
- Instructional materials
- Classroom sets of books
- Resources that support daily teaching and learning
School Library Resources
Projects that improve students’ access to educational materials and learning spaces.
Examples include:
- Library books
- Library furniture
- Media equipment
- Reading and literacy resources
Student Mental Health & Social-Emotional Learning
Programs and materials that strengthen students’ emotional well-being and ability to succeed academically.
Examples include:
- Social-emotional learning resources
- Student mental health support materials
- School-based wellness initiatives
- Resources supporting positive learning environments
Academic Recovery & Tutoring
Projects that address learning loss and provide additional academic support.
Examples include:
- Tutoring programs
- Supplemental learning materials
- Academic intervention resources
- Student achievement initiatives
Family & Community Engagement
Initiatives that strengthen relationships among schools, students, families, and local communities.
Examples include:
- Family engagement events
- Community-supported learning initiatives
- School-family partnership activities
Healthy Learning Environments
Funding may also support sanitation supplies that help maintain safe and healthy classrooms.
Eligible Support Types
Classroom Grants provide funding for specific educational needs that directly benefit students.
Eligible requests may include:
- Classroom materials and supplies
- Books and library resources
- Educational equipment
- Mental health and social-emotional learning materials
- Tutoring resources
- Family and community engagement activities
- Classroom sanitation supplies
Applicants should clearly explain how the requested resources will improve student learning and academic success.
Eligibility & Preferences
Eligible applicants include:
- Educators serving students in grades K–12
- Schools serving K–12 students in Alabama
- Nonprofit organizations partnering with eligible schools
Priority Consideration
The Foundation gives priority to:
- Title I public schools
- Schools where at least 50% of full-time students receive free or reduced-price meals
- Schools located within Alabama Power’s service territory
Nonprofit Partnerships
Nonprofit organizations working in partnership with schools may apply.
However:
- Applications must be submitted in the school’s name.
- Grant funds are distributed directly to the school.
- Nonprofits providing student mental health services must coordinate with the partner school to complete the application.
Geographic Eligibility
Eligible State: Alabama
The Classroom Grant Program serves K–12 educators and schools throughout Alabama.
Preference is given to schools located within Alabama Power’s electric service territory.
Schools outside the utility’s service territory may still be considered, although they do not receive the same geographic preference.
Ineligible Requests
The Classroom Grant Program focuses on classroom learning and core academic needs.
Applicants seeking funding specifically for athletics or arts programs should explore the Foundation’s separate Power to Play Grant Program.
The Foundation does not publish an extensive list of additional excluded expenses on the Classroom Grant page.
Applicants should ensure that requests directly support student learning and align with the program’s stated priorities.
Funding Amounts
Maximum Grant: $1,000
Classroom Grants provide up to $1,000 per award.
The Foundation does not specify a minimum grant amount or matching funds requirement.
Applicants should request an amount appropriate to their proposed classroom needs and clearly describe how the funds will be used.
Timeline & Review
📅 First Application Cycle Opens: February 8, 2027
📅 First Application Deadline: February 19, 2027
📅 Second Application Cycle Opens: September 13, 2027
📅 Second Application Deadline: September 24, 2027
The Foundation offers two Classroom Grant application cycles annually.
Applications are reviewed for compliance with program guidelines.
When time permits, applicants submitting before the deadline may be contacted to correct or revise application materials.
Important: Applications submitted on the final day cannot be revised if problems are identified during review.
Applicants are encouraged to submit several days before the deadline to allow time for potential corrections.
Application / Request Process
Applications must be submitted through the Alabama Power Foundation’s online grant application system.
Applicants should be prepared to:
- Identify the school and grade levels served.
- Describe the classroom need or proposed project.
- Explain how grant funds will be used.
- Identify the number of students expected to benefit.
- Describe the anticipated impact on student learning.
- Provide the requested funding amount and supporting information.
- Submit the application before February 19, 2027.
Application Review Considerations
The Foundation evaluates proposals based on:
Clear Purpose
Applications should clearly describe the educational resources or activities being requested.
Student Impact
Applicants must explain how the project will benefit students and estimate the number of students who will be served.
Financial Need
Priority is given to Title I schools and schools where at least 50% of students receive free or reduced-price meals.
Geographic Preference
Schools within Alabama Power’s service territory receive priority consideration.
Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://www.powerofgood.com/grants/classroom
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This opportunity is particularly well suited for:
- Alabama K–12 teachers seeking classroom supplies
- Title I schools with limited instructional budgets
- Schools serving students from low-income households
- Educators developing literacy or academic support initiatives
- Schools purchasing books, furniture, or library resources
- School-based mental health and social-emotional learning programs
- Nonprofits partnering with schools to improve educational outcomes
The Alabama Power Foundation’s Classroom Grant Program provides an accessible funding opportunity for educators seeking modest but meaningful investments in student learning.
With two application cycles annually and grants of up to $1,000, the program is especially useful for teachers and schools seeking resources to address immediate classroom needs.
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
Review Type: Competitive application review
First 2027 Deadline: February 19, 2027
Second 2027 Deadline: September 24, 2027
Maximum Award: $1,000
Matching Funds: No requirement specified
Geographic Restriction: Alabama, with preference for Alabama Power service territory
Priority Applicants: Title I schools and schools where at least 50% of students receive free or reduced-price meals
Best Suited For: K–12 educators, schools, and nonprofit partners supporting classroom learning
Application Strategy: Describe a specific classroom need, quantify the number of students who will benefit, and submit early enough to allow potential application corrections.