CACF Welcomes New VP, Community Services

CACF Welcomes New VP, Community Services 3

We have exciting news to share…our family is growing! We are pleased to announce the newest staff member to join the team, VP, Community Services, Clare Watson. Clare Watson served as the community economic development coordinator in the Mayor’s Office of the City of Montgomery from 2011 to 2019. Prior to that position, she worked […]

2019 SACF Red Nose Run Half Marathon Registration Now Open

2019 SACF Red Nose Run Half Marathon Registration Now Open 4

The Southeast Alabama Community Foundation (SACF) announced that the Half Marathon and 5K presented by Flowers Hospital has a new name, the Red Nose Run! This 8th Annual event is updated with a new course. Registration is open for the 2019 SACF Red Nose Run Half Marathon, 5K Fun Run set for Saturday, December 14, […]

CACF Cultural and Community Enhancement Grant Cycle Now Open

CACF Cultural and Community Enhancement Grant Cycle Now Open 5

The Central Alabama Community Foundation (CACF) is now accepting applications for its Cultural and Community Enhancement Grant Cycle.Nonprofit organizations meeting quality of life needs through social services, shelter, community building and/or the arts in Autauga, Elmore, Lowndes, Macon and Montgomery counties may apply online only beginning Saturday, July 1 through Friday, August 9, 2019. Three types of grants are […]

Over $120,000 Awarded at the 2019 Family Wellness Grants Ceremony

Over $120,000 Awarded at the 2019 Family Wellness Grants Ceremony 6

The Central Alabama Community Foundation (CACF), along with affiliates Autauga Area Community Foundation (AACF) and Elmore County Community Foundation (ECCF) on Tuesday, awarded $128,482.10 in grants to nonprofits that provide family, food, and medical programs in Autauga, Elmore, Macon, and Montgomery counties. The grants awarded today are part of the Community Trust Grants, Field of […]

Central Alabama Community Foundation Awards the Fran Kay Schwaiger Scholarship

Central Alabama Community Foundation Awards the Fran Kay Schwaiger Scholarship 7

The Central Alabama Community Foundation (CACF) on Wednesday, May 8, 2019, awarded the Fran Kay Schwaiger Scholarship to a deserving student at Cullman High School. The scholarship was created in honor of Cullman, Alabama, native Fran Kay Schwaiger Weiss. Fran Kay Schwaiger Weiss is a graduate of Cullman High School and Vanderbilt University. As a […]

Elmore County Community Foundation Awards Over $37,000 in Scholarships to Wetumpka High School Seniors

Elmore County Community Foundation Awards Over $37,000 in Scholarships to Wetumpka High School Seniors 9

More Than $37,000 Awarded in Scholarships as Awards Season Begins The Elmore County Community Foundation (ECCF), an affiliate of the Central Alabama Community Foundation (CACF), kicked off scholarship season on Thursday, April 25, 2019. ECCF awarded over $37,000 in scholarships to twenty three seniors at Wetumpka High School. For more information, email [email protected]. Seniors receiving […]

Development Officer Honored With Community Service Awards

Development Officer Honored With Community Service Awards 10

Over the past week, the Central Alabama Community Foundation’s Development Officer, Whitney Griswold Califf, has been recognized twice for her dedication, service and leadership in the community. On Thursday, April 11th, 2019, Whitney won the 2019 HandsOn River Region Adult Volunteer of the Year Award. HandsOn River Region mobilizes volunteers and connects people, information and services to […]