Autauga Area

Established in 1996, the Autauga Area Community Foundation has distributed grants that provide critical funds for food banks serving people who are currently down on their luck, for libraries and art programs that entertain and educate a city and for social service programs offering various types of hope and help to individuals.

AACF is an affiliate of the Central Alabama Community Foundation. Representatives from Autauga County serve on the CACF Board of Directors. Our staff is here to answer any questions and make the most of your giving needs.

Every year, AACF awards grants to nonprofit projects and programs providing services in Autauga County.

Staff members

Burton U. Crenshaw

President

Ben Freeman

Development Director

Dana Hess

Financial Officer

Emma Tennant

Affiliate Manager

Jill Tucker

Donor Services Coordinator

Sabrina Wood

Grants and Scholarships Manager

Grants

Community Trust Grants – AACF

Applications eligible JUNE 29 — AUG 7, 2026

Social Services, Shelter (Awarded in October)
Community Building, Arts (Awarded in November)

This grant shall be used to support a nonprofit organization improving the quality of life through Social Services, Shelter, Community Building and/or the Arts in Autauga County.

Nonprofit organizations may submit one AACF Community Trust Grant application for a maximum award of $3,000.

Community Trust Grants are available for services and programs provided by any nonprofit in the Autauga area.

Required Documents for Submission:

Operating Budget – Current Year
Operating Budget – Prior Year
Audited Financial Statement (only required if your agency has this document)
Core Operating Standards for Nonprofits
IRS Letter of Determination
Listing of Board of Directors
Letter endorsing project from Organization President

Nonprofit organizations may submit one AACF Community Trust Grant application for a maximum award of $3,000.

Applications may be submitted online only. No paper applications will be accepted.

Grants/Funding are not awarded to:

Individuals
Annual fundraising drives, events or marketing campaigns
Endowments
Partisan political advocacy
Regular operating support or capital projects
Religious purposes (although we do support educational and social service programs offered by faith-based organizations)
Research
Sponsorship of fundraising events

Start-up costs

Field of Interest Grants – AACF

Applications eligible JUNE 29 — AUG 7, 2026

Tommy & Annette Ray Fund for Prattville Beautification & Restoration (Awarded in November)

Tommy & Annette Ray Fund for Prattville Beautification & Restoration
This grant shall be used to support beautification, restoration and development projects in the downtown Prattville area and within Autauga County. Maximum grant request is $1,000.

Applications may be submitted online only. No paper applications will be accepted.

Grants/Funding are not awarded to:

Individuals
Annual fundraising drives, events or marketing campaigns
Endowments
Partisan political advocacy
Regular operating support or capital projects
Religious purposes (although we do support educational and social service programs offered by faith-based organizations)
Research
Sponsorship of fundraising events

Start-up costs

Community Trust Grants – AACF

Applications eligible JAN 2 — FEB 6, 2026

Family, Food, Medical (Awarded in May)
Education (Awarded in June)

This grant shall be used to support a nonprofit organization improving the quality of life through Family Wellness (Family, Food and Medical) and Education in Autauga County.

Nonprofit organizations may submit one AACF Community Trust Grant application for a maximum award of $3,000.

Community Trust Grants are available for services and programs provided by any nonprofit in the Autauga area.

Required Documents for Submission:

Operating Budget – Current Year
Operating Budget – Prior Year
Audited Financial Statement (only required if your agency has this document)
Core Operating Standards for Nonprofits
IRS Letter of Determination
Listing of Board of Directors
Letter endorsing project from Organization President

Nonprofit organizations may submit one AACF Community Trust Grant application for a maximum award of $3,000.

Applications may be submitted online only. No paper applications will be accepted.

Grants/Funding are not awarded to:

Individuals
Annual fundraising drives, events or marketing campaigns
Endowments
Partisan political advocacy
Regular operating support or capital projects
Religious purposes (although we do support educational and social service programs offered by faith-based organizations)
Research
Sponsorship of fundraising events
Start-up costs

Scholarships

Central AlabamaWorks Scholarship

(Open to graduating seniors from any high school in Autauga, Bullock, Chambers, Coosa, Dallas, Elmore, Lee, Lowndes, Macon, Montgomery, Perry, Russell, or Tallapoosa Counties.)

The Central AlabamaWorks Scholarship was established to assist outstanding and deserving graduates with their post-secondary educational needs. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent GED, reside within one of the 13 counties served by Central AlabamaWorks, be accepted into an Alabama community college, trade/vocational school, or short-term training program for career technical education, possess a valid Alabama ID and provide 2 letters of recommendation.

Deadline: March 1

Caddell Construction Co. (DE), LLC Scholarship

The Caddell Construction Co. (DE), LLC Scholarship benefits rising college sophomores, juniors, and seniors who are seeking construction-based degrees at an accredited college or university. Other related majors may also be considered. Scholarships of up to $10,000.00 will be awarded annually.

Application Requirements: College Transcript, Resume, Career Plans Video, and References

Deadline: March 1

CAEC Lineman Scholarship

(Must be resident of one of these Alabama counties: Autauga, Bibb, Chilton, Coosa, Dallas, Elmore, Lowndes, Montgomery, Perry, Talladega, or Tallapoosa)

The CAEC Lineman scholarship is open to persons who are seeking training to become an electrical line worker and meet the eligibility requirements listed below. Awards will be valid for 12 months from the May award date.

Eligibility Requirements:
· Must have a high school diploma or general education diploma (GED)
· Must be at least 18 years old by the course start date
· Must possess a valid Alabama driver’s license
· Must be eligible to obtain a CDL driver’s license

Application Requirements: High School Transcript or GED Certificate, Copy of Valid Driver’s License and References

Deadline: March 1

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Phone

(334) 264-6223

Fax

(334) 263-6225

Address

114 Church Street
Montgomery, AL 36104