First Horizon Foundation – Alabama Grant Program (2026)
Charitable Grants Supporting Community Well-Being, Financial Education, and Sustainability
Organization: First Horizon Foundation
Support Type: Charitable grants
Geographic Focus: Birmingham, Mobile, and Huntsville, Alabama
About the Funder
The First Horizon Foundation supports nonprofit organizations that strengthen the communities where First Horizon operates. In Alabama, the Foundation invests in programs that improve quality of life, expand economic opportunity, develop future leaders, enrich the arts, and promote a more sustainable future.
What This Program Supports
Grantmaking is aligned with the following community pillars:
- Community Well-Being
Programs that enhance health, stability, and overall quality of life. - Financial Future
Financial literacy, economic education, and asset-building initiatives. - Education & Leadership Development
Programs that educate and prepare the next generation of leaders. - Arts & Cultural Enrichment
Arts education and community-based cultural programming. - Sustainability & Environment
Initiatives that support long-term environmental and community resilience.
Eligible Alabama Grant Areas & Timelines
| Area | Contact | Application Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Birmingham, AL | Stacie Key | Applications open January 1, 2026 Applications close September 15, 2026 Grant awards announced throughout the year |
| Mobile, AL | Lauren Picard | Applications open January 1, 2026 Applications close September 15, 2026 Grant awards announced throughout the year |
| Huntsville, AL | Melissa Lang | Applications open January 1, 2026 Applications close September 15, 2026 Grant awards announced throughout the year |
Eligibility & Restrictions
Eligible applicants:
- Qualified nonprofit organizations serving Birmingham, Mobile, or Huntsville communities
Ineligible requests include:
- Individuals
- Trips or tours
- Solely religious, social, or fraternal organizations
- Organizations that primarily redistribute funds (except recognized united-fund organizations)
- K–12 schools
- Political or advocacy organizations
- Operating budget deficits
Application Notes
- Applicants should review grant guidelines and eligibility criteria before starting
- Help text is available throughout the online application to explain each section
Apply / Learn More
➡️ https://firsthorizonfoundation.com/apply-for-a-grant/alabama
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This program is a strong fit for Alabama-based nonprofits that:
- Serve Birmingham, Mobile, or Huntsville communities
- Focus on financial education, community well-being, arts access, leadership development, or sustainability
- Can demonstrate measurable local impact
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
Review Type: Rolling (within application window)
Application Window: January 1 – September 15, 2026
Best Suited For: Community-based nonprofits operating in eligible Alabama markets
