Our Services

The Tuskegee Macon County Community Foundation (TMCCF) provides a range of services designed to strengthen communities and support donors, nonprofits, and local initiatives. Our core services include:

  • Donation Management
    We manage, facilitate, and pool charitable contributions to maximize impact across community programs.
  • Public-Private Partnerships
    TMCCF builds strategic collaborations between government, businesses, and nonprofits to address local challenges and drive sustainable change.
  • Community Strategy Development
    We work with citizens and organizations to develop targeted strategies that respond to community needs and promote revitalization.
  • Customized Grantmaking Opportunities
    TMCCF offers flexible giving options for donors, including:
    • Donor-advised funds
    • Endowments
    • Scholarships
    • Field-of-interest funds
    • Giving circles
    • Management of private foundations and more

Stay connected and engaged with our vibrant community through a variety of events designed to bring us together. Whether it’s a celebration, a volunteer opportunity, or a cultural festival, there’s always something happening. Keep an eye on this page for updates and details about upcoming events. We look forward to seeing you there!

Our Services Page

Shady Grove Road Blueberry Patch – A Tuskegee Treasure

Nestled in the heart of Tuskegee’s historic landscape, Shady Grove Road Blueberry Patch is more than a farm—it’s a celebration of sustainable agriculture and community spirit. Our mission is simple: grow exceptional blueberries while preserving the natural beauty and ecological balance of our land.

At Shady Grove, we take pride in our environmentally responsible farming practices, ensuring every berry is bursting with flavor and nutrition. Each harvest reflects our commitment to quality and supports the local economy, making your choice to buy local both delicious and impactful.

But we’re more than just blueberries. Shady Grove Road Blueberry Patch, LLC is a welcoming space for everyone—a place to connect with nature, learn about sustainable farming, and experience the joy of fresh, locally grown produce. Whether you’re picking your own berries or simply enjoying the scenery, we invite you to be part of a community that values health, sustainability, and togetherness.

Get Involved

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B. O. Music Festival and Tuskegee Macon County Music Hall of Fame

In partnership with the Department of Fine and Performing Arts, Tuskegee University, TMCCF holds the annual B. O. Music Festival and Tuskegee Macon County Music Hall of Fame.  We feature musicians of all genre and honor people who were born, worked, or lived in Tuskegee/Macon County or Tuskegee University and have made a significant contribution to music. Community Service Awards are given to individuals and businesses who have contributed to the community

Robert “Bobby” Owens, 1996 Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame Guitarist.  B. O. Music Festival honors him.

The Movement 46

The Movement 46 (TM46) is a grass roots community based undertaking.  We are committed to assisting our County, City and Town officials to prepare our communities to be healthy, beautiful and ready for economic and community development.  TM46 is comprised of individuals and organizations collaborating and working to achieve the goal of a viable Macon County as well as enhance the quality of life.  We encourage everyone to join and be a part of a defining moment in our history.  Our motto is:  Just talking and no action is a thing of the past.

Democracy Depends on You….Vote!

🗳️ Your Vote, Your Voice! 🗳️

The 2024 Presidential Election is just around the corner, and your vote matters more than ever! By voting, you help protect the rights and freedoms we all hold dear, ensuring your voice is heard and your values are represented.

📅 Key Dates:

  • Voter Registration Deadline: 10/21/2024 (14 days before the election)
  • Poll Hours: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. on Election Day

Alabama residents can register or update their voter registration year-round at alabamavotes.gov but remember, registration closes 14 days before the election.

Voting isn’t just a right—it’s a responsibility. Make sure you’re part of the decision and protect your future. Every vote counts!

#Vote #2024Election #YourVoiceMatters #ProtectYourRights #AlabamaVotes

Gathering of the generations.

This meeting was special because it was all about bridging the gap between generations—fostering understanding, sharing wisdom, and discussing issues that matter to us all, like mental health and the upcoming election. Present are members of R.I.S.E. (Resonating in a Safe Environment), Tuskegee University Graduate Student Association, TMCCF, George Paris, Joan Harrell and District 1 Representative Norma Jackson.

Combating the Coronavirus

BE SAFE OR BE DEAD
Combating the Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Tuskegee/Macon County

Tuskegee Macon County Food Pantry:  Dr. Lucenia Dunn shares safety information about COVID-19 with Ms. Marian Garmon and Mr. Michael Johnson

Mr. Marion King, Owner, The New House of Stewart Restaurant, and, Ms. Vinaida Robnett, Epidemiologist, retired from Tuskegee University, and member of TM46, 2801, Alabama State Highway 80, Tuskegee Institute, AL  36088.  She visited every restaurant and food enterprise in Tuskegee giving out flyers and suggesting taking orders and delivering them to the car.  She encouraged also that they posted flyers.

Attorney Crystal James, Chair, Department of Public Health, Graduate Program, Tuskegee University, a partner with Tuskegee Macon County Community Foundation, Inc. and that helped to fashion the public message about the COVID-19.  Participating as guest on TM46 Live Stream, March 19, 2020.  Other guest included Dean Ruby Perry, Acting President, TU, Frank Lee, Director, Emergency Preparadness and Homeland Security and Louis Maxwell, Chair, Macon County Commission.  Message:  What is the COVID-19; how does it spread; and, how does one avoid contamination.  People called and asked questions.  Viewers were about 2,000.

Mr. Harold Washington, Owner, Family Foods, who closed down his store to sanitize it after learning about the coronavirus.  Here he takes a flyer to give them to customers.  Dr. Lucenia Dunn, TM46 gives more flyers.

Big Bear Pharmacy, located on Lee Street, Tuskegee, AL, is a medical clinic and pharmacy who is a strong advocate of following the protocol for containing the coronavirus.