The Comer Foundation is a private foundation based on the Comer family's tradition of supporting education, the arts and culture, environment, health, human services, and public/society benefits. Governor Braxton Bragg Comer served as Alabama's governor from 1907 to 1911 and was praised for his contributions to the educational systems of Alabama. During his term in office, appropriations for education increased, and the county high school system was established, ensuring that there was a high school in every county. The Comer Foundation has special interest in organizations within the following fields of interest:
Projects serving the following populations are of special interest:
Since 2024, The Comer Foundation has distributed $110 million towards scholarships, educational, and other charitable purposes in the State of Alabama. Previously awarded organizations can be seen at https://thecomerfoundation.org/scholarship-giving/
The Foundation supports education primarily through a generous scholarship program as well as other efforts to improve society.
The foundation primarily funds nonprofit organizations in Alabama with special interest in the counties where Avondale Mills operated, such as Jefferson, Talladega, and Barbour Counties.
The foundation meets annually to review proposals. Applications should be submitted electronically at [email protected].
Award amounts vary up to $500,000. Most awards are between $5,000 and $25,000.