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Community Support | Baptist Health Foundation Investing in the Community with Nonprofit Grants Get the funding you need to meet critical healthcare needs in the Jefferson, Shelby, Walker, Talladega, and Calhoun counties. Every year, nonprofits are expected to do more with less funds. The need isn’t going away, and neither should you.
Through our Community Support Fund, we have directed more than $2. 6 million to community organizations across the region—so you can keep providing critical services in our community and serve more people. Get the funding you need to expand your impact and plan for the future.
Let's Collaborate, Not Compete You're uniquely meeting needs in our community. Instead of competing with local organizations, we want to support the important work you’re already doing. See Our Community Flourish A lack of funding shouldn't stand in your way.
When organizations have the capacity to pursue their mission, the entire community benefits. Addressing Critical Gaps in Healthcare Supporting organizations that break down barriers between vulnerable community members and critical care. Investing in nonprofits that address insurance barriers, provider shortages, and gaps in mental health treatment.
Funding nonprofits that are working to make nutritious food accessible and affordable. Supporting organizations that develop programming to address the clinical worker shortage. We give priority to faith-based programs meeting needs in these four key areas of greatest need, but funds are not limited to these qualifications.
We're more effective together. Since our founding in 1967, the Baptist Health Foundation has remained committed to serving Central Alabama with compassion and excellence. Together, we can help more people than any of us can alone.
Read Latest Impact Report Directed to community nonprofits since the Community Support Fund launched in 2022 Non-profits in Jefferson, Shelby, Walker, and Talladega counties received grants in 2025 Provided in 2025 to support unmet healthcare needs in Central Alabama Of organizations receiving rewards in 2025 were faith based We fund nonprofits doing healthcare-adjacent work in the counties served by Baptist Health hospitals - Jefferson, Shelby, Walker, Talladega, and Calhoun.
Faith based programs are given priority, but it is not a requirement. If your organization addresses access to care, health education, recovery support, or care coordination in Central Alabama, we want to hear from you. Applications are reviewed on an annual cycle.
Application Deadline: August 15, 2026 Review eligibility criteria and submit your application online. Meet the 2025 Community Grant Recipients These organizations are doing incredible work in our community, and we were proud to extend grants to each of them in 2025. Together, they serve thousands of people across Central Alabama who would otherwise face healthcare needs alone and without resources.
View The Grant Recipients The Community Support Fund has provided a crucial lifeline for ReMedy by allowing us to embark on a major expansion. This expansion not only addresses an unmet need but also positions us to double our impact. With the support of the Baptist Health Foundation, we can prevent nearly $1 Million worth of used medical equipment from ending up in landfills and extend a helping hand to those in need.
Christopher Crain, Executive Director Frequently Asked Questions Who is eligible to apply? Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits operating in counties served by Baptist Health hospitals in Alabama - Jefferson, Shelby, Walker, Talladega, and Calhoun.
Your organization's work should address a healthcare-related need, including but not limited to access to care, health education, disease prevention, recovery support, or care coordination. Faith based programs are given priority, but it is not a requirement. What types of programs do you fund?
We fund programs that fill measurable gaps in community healthcare. This includes mobile health clinics, patient navigation services, health literacy initiatives, recovery support programs, and mental health outreach, among others. We do not fund capital campaigns, endowments, or programs outside our service area.
How large are the grants? Grant amounts vary based on program scope and available funding each cycle. We encourage applicants to request what is genuinely needed to accomplish clearly defined program goals.
Requests should be specific and tied to measurable outcomes. When is the application deadline, and how often do you award grants? Baptist Health Foundation awards community grants on an annual cycle.
Application windows are announced each year and communicated through our website and partner network. We recommend checking this page or contacting our team directly to confirm current deadlines before beginning your application. Can we apply if we received a grant before?
Yes. Previous grant recipients in good standing are welcome to apply in subsequent cycles. If your organization received funding in a prior year, you will be asked to provide a brief summary of how those funds were used and what outcomes were achieved before a new application is considered.
What happens after we submit our application? Applications are reviewed by the Baptist Health Foundation grants committee following the close of the application window. You may be contacted for additional information or a brief follow-up conversation.
All applicants will be notified of the committee's decision by the date communicated at the time of submission. We do not provide detailed feedback on individual applications. Contact Our Team For More Information Reach out to our team before you apply.
We can help you determine whether your program is a strong fit and what to include in your application. Apply for a Community Support Fund Grant to Amplify the Impact of Your Organization
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Non-profit organizations across Jefferson, Shelby, Walker, and Talladega counties in Central Alabama. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for Community Support Fund are due August 15, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Community Support Fund is funded by Baptist Health Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Alabama. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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