Catalyze Birmingham Challenge

In 2023, Birmingham became the nation’s first city selected to host a regional version of the nationwide Catalyze Challenge, which has already awarded $10 million to more than 40 organizations.

Winners of the grants, which are funded by the Walton Family Foundation in collaboration with local businesses and grantmakers, were selected from a pool of more than 70 applications. The winning organizations stood out in their bold efforts to create educational experiences that bridge the gap between learning and work through corporate and community partnerships. The first five winners of the Challenge reflect the strength of Birmingham’s thriving nonprofit sector: