Gateway Grants are intended to unlock the economic and cultural value within their communities by helping their towns invite new visitors, new industries, and new neighbors to their little part of their great state.
Donor Name: Alabama Power Foundation
State: Alabama
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 10/21/2022
Size of the Grant: $2,500
Details:
From the makers of Gees Bend to the natural beauty of the Cahaba to the powerful stories told in the many stops along the winding civil rights trial, there is just so much to be discovered in Alabama. In fact, it seems almost every town has a something special to share.
Funding Information
- Funding is limited to a maximum of $2,500 per grant.
- For signage applications requiring more than $2,500 for completion, please list other sources of funding that will help the applicant complete the project successfully.
Evaluation Criteria
Gateway grants always meet the following criteria:
- Applying entity is a city, town or community. Awards will be paid to the municipality.
- Municipalities receiving a Gateway grant must not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, nationality, ethnic origin or disability.
- Project helps maintain civic pride in the communities in which they live.
- Project enhances economic development opportunities by providing signage that is appealing and welcoming.
- Project enhances community aesthetics by encouraging physical improvements in their neighborhoods.
- Project assists with town or event promotion for economic impact.
For more information, visit APF.
