Updated Nov 3, 2026
Private foundations based in Huntsville, Alabama
14 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama, holding $108M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 3 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha Foundation Incsince 1998 | $2.9M49 grants · 2024 | $40K | Yes | $47M |
| The@jane K Lowe Charitable Foundationsince 1998 | $1.5M26 grants · 2025 | $20K | Preselected only | $29M |
| Beard Young Family Foundationsince 2023 | $660K27 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $3.4M |
| Propst Foundationsince 2013 | $564K26 grants · 2025 | $13K | Preselected only | $8.5M |
| Strain Foundationsince 1994 | $395K29 grants · 2024 | $10K | Yes | $5.1M |
| The Pei Ling Charitable Trustsince 1989 | $355K14 grants · 2025 | $15K | Preselected only | $2.4M |
| Ashburn Family Foundationsince 1999 | $300K19 grants · 2025 | $10K | Yes | $1.9M |
| Bradley & Stacey Hill Family Foundationsince 2021 | $260K8 grants · 2024 | $10K | Preselected only | $2.8M |
| Kuehlthau Family Foundationsince 2008 | $92K2 grants · 2024 | $46K | Preselected only | $1.4M |
| Morgan Family Foundationsince 2013 | $70K5 grants · 2024 | $16K | Preselected only | $1.1M |
| Aum Capital Group Charitable Foundationsince 2014 | $58K14 grants · 2024 | $1,338 | Preselected only | $1.1M |
| Shearwater Foundationsince 2003 | $57K5 grants · 2025 | $12K | Preselected only | $1.2M |
| Lanier Family Foundation Incsince 2010 | $50K12 grants · 2025 | $3,000 | Preselected only | $1.2M |
| Restoration 61since 2023 | — | — | Not stated | $1.7M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Alabama
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Alabama State Council on the Arts — Organizational GrantsStateAlabama State Council on the Arts | Alabama State Council on the Arts | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Alabama Humanities Alliance — Humanities GrantsStateAlabama Humanities Alliance | Alabama Humanities Alliance | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Huntsville, Alabama?
Our directory lists 14 private grantmaking foundations in Huntsville, Alabama with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $108M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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