Alabama Power Foundation Community Scholars Program

Alabama Power Foundation's Community Scholars Program awards a one-time $2,500 scholarship to one graduating high school senior in each of the 59 counties in Alabama Power's service territory (59 recipients total). It's open to seniors headed to a four-year university, community college, or vocational-technical school, with a minimum 3.0 GPA and full-time enrollment. Children of Alabama Power Company or Foundation employees are not eligible. Applications are processed through Scholarship America, with recipients chosen on academic performance, leadership and participation in school/community activities, work experience, personal circumstances, and a statement of educational and career goals. The program launched in April 2026 for fall 2026 enrollment as an inaugural cohort; applications are currently closed and the next cycle's dates have not yet been posted.

Eligibility

DemographicsOne award per eligible county across Alabama Power's 59-county service area (8 northeastern AL counties, including Madison and Cullman, are excluded).

Applying