Championing local entrepreneurship and ensuring children have the resources they need to thrive.
Honoring Ahmed Arafat, loving husband, son, and brother
For over four decades, the Arafat family has been woven into the fabric of Huntsville. From the storefront of Oxford Street Menswear to the classrooms and boardrooms of our city, we believe in investing where it matters most: in the people who make this community home.
From small business grants to school supplies, we partner with organizations that share our vision for Huntsville.
An annual award empowering one Huntsville small business to grow, reinforcing the entrepreneurial values our family has championed for decades.
Apply nowCoaching, resources, and networking for entrepreneurs through the Catalyst Center for Business & Entrepreneurship.
Learn moreScholarships and financial aid supporting students at Alabama A&M University in pursuing their academic goals.
Learn moreSupplying free school materials to public school teachers in Madison and Limestone County so every classroom is equipped to succeed.
Learn moreSupporting the NCAC's mission to provide services for child abuse victims and their families in our community.
Learn moreHelping underrepresented students access postsecondary education through the North Alabama Center for Educational Excellence.
Learn moreEach year, we award a grant to one Huntsville small business that embodies the spirit of community, perseverance, and entrepreneurial drive that the Arafat family has championed for decades. This is more than funding. It is an investment in the next generation of Huntsville business owners.
Apply Now"A strong business builds more than profit. It builds families, it builds neighborhoods, it builds a city worth calling home."The Arafat Family
Whether you are a business owner, a supporter, or simply someone who cares about Huntsville, there is a place for you here.
Own a Huntsville small business? Apply for the Ahmed Arafat Grant and take your next step forward.
Start applicationYour generosity funds grants, school supplies, scholarships, and programs that lift up Huntsville families.
Donate nowHave questions about our programs, partnerships, or how you can help? We would love to hear from you.
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