Updated Oct 31, 2026
Private foundations based in Opelika, Alabama
4 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Opelika, Alabama, holding $25M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Foundation Incsince 2007 | $2.0M24 grants · 2024 | $25K | Preselected only | $12M |
| W James Samford Jr Foundationsince 2004 | $423K22 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $9.6M |
| Lambert Foundation Incsince 2017 | $200K2 grants · 2024 | $100K | Preselected only | $1.7M |
| Henry J Stern Foundationsince 2012 | — | — | Yes | $1.5M |
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 Opelika, Alabama?
Our directory lists 4 private grantmaking foundations in Opelika, Alabama with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $25M. 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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