Grants are made by the Black Belt Community Foundation with the approval of the Board of Directors. The professional staff at BBCF works closely with the Grants Committee, which is comprised of both board members and community members, representing a broad spectrum of the Alabama Black Belt.

We do not have areas of focus in grant making. We believe those on the front lines in the community best understand the particular needs and where funds will bear the greatest fruits. We look for situations where small amounts of funds will make the most significant impact.

Applications are accepted twice a year: April 16th, 2012 for Black Belt Arts Initiative Grants and May 15th, 2012 for Community Grants. Grants are awarded to support projects that help transform the Black Belt.

The grants range from $500-$3,000.

All Potential Applicants MUST attend one of BBCF's Community Awareness Grant Seekers Workshops.

BBAI Arts Grant Applications are available by CLICKING HERE. BBAI Grant Applications are due April 16, 2012.

Community Grant Applications are available by CLICKING HERE. Community Grant Applications are due May 15, 2012.

For more information about applying for a Community Grant, please contact Field Services Representative Erica Crenshaw at ecrenshaw@blackbeltfound.org; for a Black Belt Arts Initiative Grant, please contact Arts Coordinator Kristin Law at klaw@blackbeltfound.org or call the office at 866-874-1126.