Maryland grants for Nonprofits

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that assist migrant and seasonal farmworkers, focusing on enhancing job training, education, employment services, housing stability, and youth development initiatives.

This grant provides Maryland-based teaching artists and organizations the opportunity to join a curated roster, enabling them to apply for funding to support arts education programs in schools and communities.

This grant provides funding to organizations in Baltimore City and Baltimore County that empower women and their families through initiatives promoting gender equity and economic stability.

This grant provides financial support to organizations hosting family-friendly events in Downtown Hagerstown to strengthen community ties and stimulate the local economy.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the Greater Washington, D.C. area to promote economic independence through education and development initiatives.

The Morton K. and Jane Blaustein Foundation is dedicated to addressing institutionalized racism, xenophobia, and the impact of climate change, primarily focusing on communities in Baltimore City, Maryland, DC regions, and New York. The foundation emphasizes support for initiatives that counteract the effects of climate change, particularly in marginalized communities. It funds efforts to establish bipartisan alliances for robust energy and climate policies at all government levels and backs grassroots organizations led by those most affected by climate change. Simultaneously, the foundation tackles racial inequities in the justice system and the disproportionate criminalization of youth of color in schools by supporting strategic advocacy and policy reform. It also champions the rights of immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers in the U.S. by funding immigrant-led advocacy for fair immigration policies, providing legal services, and supporting holistic networks aiding refugees and asylum seekers fleeing violence.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Cambridge, Maryland, to develop and implement programs and services specifically for children and seniors in the community.

This program provides financial support to rural volunteer fire departments to improve their wildland fire suppression capabilities and enhance firefighter safety through the purchase of essential equipment.

This grant provides funding for organizations to create and manage after-school programs that support academic success and social development for students in grades K through 8 across Queen Anne’s County.

This initiative provides funding and support to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and Tribal governments in coal-impacted communities to develop and scale innovative economic projects that create job opportunities and foster local economic transformation.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Frederick County to address critical community needs such as housing insecurity, public health, quality of life initiatives, and cultural enrichment through the arts.

This funding opportunity supports research projects that address challenges in watershed restoration, targeting both nonprofit and for-profit organizations, including academic institutions, to improve restoration practices and outcomes in the Chesapeake Bay region.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations serving low-income residents in Montgomery County, Maryland, focusing on essential needs like healthcare, housing, and economic mobility.

This program provides funding for research aimed at improving watershed restoration practices to enhance water quality and habitat in the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries, targeting both non-profit and for-profit organizations that collaborate effectively.

This funding initiative provides microgrants to underrepresented artists and makers in Frederick County, Maryland, to support revenue-generating projects that enhance their marketing and online presence.

The City of Hyattsville Vandalism Recovery Grants Program provides economic relief to small businesses and 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations within Hyattsville impacted by vandalism. The program, funded with $15,000 through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) This grant provides up to $2,000 per business or nonprofit organization for reimbursement of repairs following vandalism incidents that occurred between July 1, 2022, and June 30, 2024, which weren't fully covered by insurance.

The 2025 Local Community Impact Grant, offered by the Town of Perryville, Maryland, is designed to provide flexible funding to not-for-profit organizations. This grant program aims to address unmet needs within the corporate limits of the Town of Perryville and to support organizations that provide public services to its citizens. The program's core mission aligns with enhancing community well-being and addressing specific local challenges through the support of established non-profits. The primary beneficiaries of this grant are not-for-profit entities that operate within or serve the Town of Perryville. To be eligible, these organizations must possess a place of business within the town's corporate limits or deliver public services directly to its citizens. Furthermore, applicants must hold a 501(c) tax-exempt status and be in good standing with the Town of Perryville, Cecil County, and the State of Maryland. The grant prioritizes organizations that can demonstrate a clear plan to address identified needs within the community, aligning with the town's strategic priority of fostering a resilient and supportive environment for its residents. The grant focuses on supporting initiatives that tackle unmet needs within the Town of Perryville, though specific areas of focus beyond this general objective are not explicitly detailed in the provided information. The expectation is that funded projects will result in tangible improvements in the lives of Perryville citizens and the overall community. The Town of Perryville's theory of change appears to be centered on empowering local not-for-profit organizations as key agents in addressing community challenges and delivering essential services, thereby creating a stronger, more vibrant town. Expected outcomes include a measurable positive impact on the community, with funding contingent upon the availability of Impact Grant funding from the State of Maryland. While specific measurable results are not outlined, successful applicants will likely be required to demonstrate how their proposed projects will meet the unmet needs identified and contribute to the well-being of Perryville's citizens. The grant period is not explicitly mentioned, suggesting a focus on project-based outcomes rather than long-term organizational funding, emphasizing immediate and localized impact.

The Charles County Forestry Grant Program, offered by the Chesapeake Bay Trust in partnership with Charles County, aims to implement cost-effective reforestation and afforestation projects. The program seeks to increase tree canopy, create forest habitat, improve water quality, and provide ecosystem services such as potable water and air quality. Eligible projects should be in Charles County, Maryland, and must place reforested areas under an easement for protection in perpetuity. Applicants can request up to $20,000, with typical requests being less than $4,500 per acre. Matching funds are encouraged but not required.

This funding opportunity provides $2 million over two years to nonprofit organizations in the Greater Washington region that are dedicated to improving maternal and infant health equity for low-income and marginalized communities by addressing systemic barriers such as healthcare access, economic instability, and food insecurity.