October 15, 2009 - Mobile, Alabama - The Community Foundation of South Alabama has announced the availability of Field of Interest grants which target specific programs. Applications for Field of Interest grants are due by November 2, 2009.
Grant applications for the Clyde C. Snyder Fund will be accepted until January 11, 2010.
Nonprofit organizations located within Baldwin, Clarke, Choctaw, Conecuh, Escambia, Mobile, Monroe and Washington counties in Alabama are invited to submit a grant proposal. Details about the requirements for submitting a proposal and the review process can be found online at www.communityendowment.com.
For more information please contact Janine Phillips, Program Officer, The Community Foundation of South Alabama, at 251-438-5591, or program@communityendowment.com.
Field of Interest Funds
Alcoholics Recovery Fund was established to 1.) further the public’s awareness of the disease of alcoholism, its dangers and effective solutions; 2.) support organizations providing alcoholic treatment and rehabilitation; or 3.) provide funds to those with no financial resources for treatment, rehabilitation, and training.
Awarded: $850 in 2008
Deadline: November 2, 2009
Josephine Dorgan Carney Fund was established to further the protection of women and children’s property and other rights.
Amount: Awarded $2,110 in 2008
Deadline: November 2, 2009
Chandler Capital Campaign Fund provides capital support for new buildings to those organizations serving a community need.
Amount: Awarded $4,000 in 2008
Deadline: November 2, 2009
Bertha Marie Dorgan Fund provides support for programs addressing zero population control.
Amount: Approximately $1,700
Deadline: November 2, 2009
John A. and Mary A. Dorgan Fund supports programs promoting planned parenting.
Amount: Approximately $3,200
Deadline: November 2, 2009
Irene Kay Fund supports programs that aid and assist in research and prevention of lung cancer.
Amount: Approximately $700
Deadline: November 2, 2009
Lester Kay Fund supports programs that further the research and prevention of Alzheimer’s disease.
Amount: Approximately $645
Deadline: November 2, 2009
Dillon & Virginia S. March Endowment supports programs that help disadvantaged females who need assistance maintaining a safe, healthful and comfortable life.
Amount: Approximately $300
Deadline: November 2, 2009
Medical Interest Fund supports programs addressing medical interest needs in south Alabama. Amount: Awarded $9,900 in 2008
Deadline: November 2, 2009
Clyde C. Snyder Fund supports organizations which directly or indirectly promote public interest in art and classical music.
Amount: Awarded $30,600 in 2008
Deadline: January 11, 2010
View complete RFP and guidelines.
About The Community Foundation of South Alabama
The Community Foundation of South Alabama (CFSA) is a nonprofit foundation that plays a key role in meeting the needs of Southwest Alabama through leadership and grants. In 2008, more than $3 million was awarded by the CFSA to nonprofit organizations to support programs that make life better in our community. The CFSA builds lasting endowments to ensure grants are available to support the community forever. For more information, visit www.communityendowment.com.
Contact: Stephanie Ryan
Phone: 251-438-5591
Email: communication@communityendowment.com
