The Central Alabama Community Foundation (CACF) hosted its Shelter and Social Services Grant Ceremony on Thursday, October 15, awarding $150,085.85 in funding to nonprofit organizations that provide critical housing assistance and social service programs throughout the River Region.
Held at The Salvation Army, the ceremony brought together community leaders, the press, and nonprofit representatives to celebrate impactful programs improving the lives of vulnerable individuals and families across Central Alabama.
These grants reflect CACF’s ongoing commitment to addressing urgent community needs through strategic philanthropy. Each awarded nonprofit plays a vital role in strengthening the well-being of residents in the region.
A full list of grant recipients and award amounts is shared below.
For more information about CACF and its grant programs, visit cacfinfo.org or contact our office at (334) 264-6223.
2026 CULTURAL & COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT
GRANT CYCLE
Shelter & Social Services Grant Awards
Central Alabama Community Foundation ($114,585.85)
Shelter Grants ($32,000.00)
$5,000.00 to Hope Inspired Ministries to support housing costs for 5 students at $165/week for 6 weeks.
$6,000.00 to Reality & Truth Ministries to purchase a freezer for the residential kitchen and 16 twin XL mattresses for dormitory-style bunk beds.
$15,000.00 to Rebuilding Together Central Alabama to provide for the costs of supplies, materials and skilled labor for critical home repairs in Montgomery County.
$6,000.00 to TEARS Teens Empowerment Awareness with Resolutions to provide recreational and therapeutic activities and emergency client assistance for girls experiencing homelessness and crisis in Macon County.
Social Services Grants ($75,840.00)
$5,000.00 to Alabama Kidney Foundation to assist kidney patients in Montgomery, Macon, and Lowndes Counties with medication costs, medical bills, handicap equipment, emergency transportation, utility expenses and travel to dialysis treatments three times per week.
$5,000.00 to Easter Seals Central Alabama to support a PATH Instructor, travel/haul and use of horses, and supply costs of hippotherapy for children with disabilities and developmental delays in Montgomery County.
$15,000.00 to Impact Alabama: A Student Service Initiative to provide free vision screenings for 700 children and follow-up services for 70 children in Lowndes, Macon, and Montgomery counties.
$22,740.00 to Meals On Wheels Montgomery AL Metro Area to sustain a South Montgomery meal delivery route at $7.83 per meal/day for 242 serving days.
$15,000.00 to Montgomery Christian School to support the costs of teachers, snacks and security for the after-school program.
$8,000.00 to Southeastern Diabetes Education Services to cover camp fees at $800 per child for 10 Montgomery‑area children with diabetes to attend Camp Seale Harris.
$5,100.00 to Specialized Alternatives for Families and Youth of Alabama, Inc. to support utility assistance, emergency food assistance, and transportation costs for Montgomery and Lowndes County families participating in Intensive In‑Home Services.
Technical Assistance Grants ($6,745.85)
$2,500.00 to Montgomery Christian School to create a high-quality marketing video to share with prospective families, donors, and community partners.
$2,495.85 to Reality & Truth Ministries to purchase and install three digital communication displays at Mary Ellen’s Place.
$1,750.00 to Successful Connections Inc. to build a coordinated digital infrastructure to serve more clients, more consistently, and with less administrative strain.
Autauga Area Community Foundation ($18,000.00)
Shelter Grants ($9,000.00)
$3,000.00 to Family Sunshine Center to provide 30 days of safe shelter and supportive services for Autauga County clients.
$3,000.00 to Habitat for Humanity of Autauga and Chilton Counties to support the costs of materials and labor for critical repairs in Autauga County.
$3,000.00 to Rebuilding Together Central Alabama to provide for the costs of supplies, materials, and skilled labor for critical home repairs in Autauga County.
Social Services Grants ($9,000.00)
$3,000.00 to Butterfly Bridge Children’s Advocacy Center to provide forensic interviews, evidence‑based therapy, and caregiver support for two Autauga County children.
$3,000.00 to Kid One Transport to support fuel, insurance, and driver costs for transportation to medical care for children and expectant mothers in Autauga County.
$3,000.00 to Sight Savers America to provide for the low vision needs and follow-up eye care services for children in Autauga County.
Elmore County Community Foundation ($15,000.00)
Shelter Grants ($6,000.00)
$3,000.00 to Family Sunshine Center to provide 30 days of safe shelter and supportive services for Elmore County clients.
$3,000.00 to Rebuilding Together Central Alabama to provide for the costs of supplies, materials, and skilled labor for critical home repairs in Elmore County.
Social Services Grants ($9,000.00)
$3,000.00 to Butterfly Bridge Children’s Advocacy Center to provide forensic interviews, evidence‑based therapy, and caregiver support for two Elmore County children.
$3,000.00 to Kid One Transport to support fuel, insurance, and driver costs for transportation for children and expectant mothers in Elmore County to access medical care.
$3,000.00 to The Learning Tree, Inc. to purchase 13 tablets and protective cases for daily learning and skill‑building activities for students with developmental disabilities.
AACF & ECCF Technical Assistance ($2,500.00)
$2,500.00 to Butterfly Bridge Children’s Advocacy Center to upgrade laptops for enhanced security, speed, and reliability.
Total Amount Awarded: $150,085.85