Status, in one line
Mobile County is one of only two Alabama counties with a standing, recurring quarterly schedule — this isn't a one-time opening, it repeats every January, April, July, and October.
2026 opening dates for Mobile County
- January 6, 2026 — 9:00 AM
- April 7, 2026 — 9:00 AM
- July 7, 2026 — 9:00 AM
- October 6, 2026 — 9:00 AM
These are published dates as of this review — always confirm the current schedule at StrengthenAlabamaHomes.com before the date you're planning around, since program schedules can shift.
What happens at 9:00 AM
The portal opens at StrengthenAlabamaHomes.com. You enter your county and zip code; if funds are still available, you're allowed to proceed. Funds are committed first-come, first-served, and the portal closes the moment the county's allocation is claimed — the program explicitly warns that being a few minutes late can mean waiting a full quarter for the next opening.
Have this ready before 9:00 AM
- Most recent federal IRS Form 1040 or 1040-SR, all pages including your signature (not Alabama Form 40, not a W-2, not a transcript) — or your most recent Social Security benefit statement if applicable
- A notarized Vendor Disclosure Form, ready to upload within 7 days of applying
- Proof of homeowners insurance including wind and flood coverage where applicable
- At least one FORTIFIED evaluator contacted in advance to confirm availability and fee
- A laptop or desktop — the program states smartphones don't fully display the application
The rest of the process
This grant follows the same rules statewide once you're through the county-specific opening window — up to $10,000 toward an IBHS FORTIFIED Roof, no income limit, paid to your contractor after certification. See the Alabama program page for the full eligibility rules and evaluator/contractor process.
Sources
- Strengthen Alabama Homes (official program site) — grant award schedule.
- Smart Home America — schedule confirmation and application checklist.
Last reviewed: August 28, 2026