Foundations that fund organizations in West Blocton, Alabama
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for West Blocton nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $7,223 to West Blocton organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
5 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to West Blocton around $645. 3 of these funders are based in Alabama; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to West Blocton
- $7,223
- latest filings
- Grants
- 5
- Typical median grant
- $645
- Based in AL
- 75%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to West Blocton organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James & Patricia Hart Foundation | Bascom, FL | 1 | $5,300 | $5,300 | Preselected only | General operating fund |
| Alabama Power Foundation Inc | Birmingham, AL | 2 | $1,290 | $645 | Yes | General/operating |
| The Seeds Initiative | Vestavia, AL | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | Charitable |
| Shalom for the City Inc | Birmingham, AL | 1 | $133 | $133 | Preselected only | Assistance. Medicines and other expenses. She suffered from… |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in West Blocton, Alabama?
James & Patricia Hart Foundation, Alabama Power Foundation Inc, The Seeds Initiative, Shalom for the City Inc reported grants to West Blocton organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in West Blocton. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.