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Maryland grants for Special district governments

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Urban Tree Program
$5,000
Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 13, 2025

This program provides funding to community organizations in urban areas for tree planting projects that restore tree canopy lost due to transportation construction, with a focus on environmental justice and urban heat mitigation.

Environment
Nonprofits
Maryland Agricultural Education and Rural Development Assistance Fund (MAERDAF) Grants
Contact for amount
State of Maryland, Rural Maryland Council
State

Application Deadline

Jul 10, 2026

Date Added

May 12, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community colleges in rural Maryland to enhance their capacity for economic development and agricultural education.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Engagement and Restoration Mini Grant
$5,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports small-scale environmental restoration and community engagement projects in Maryland and West Virginia, specifically aimed at empowering underrepresented groups and organizations with limited resources.

Environment
Nonprofits
Bartus Trew Providence Preservation Fund
$25,000
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This grant provides financial support to public agencies and nonprofit organizations for the preservation and restoration of historically significant properties on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Mini Urban Trees Grant
$10,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

This funding opportunity supports community-driven tree planting projects in underserved urban areas of Maryland to improve environmental quality and promote equity.

Environment
Nonprofits
Sponsorship Program
$500
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

This program provides funding for events that raise awareness about the restoration and protection of natural resources in the Chesapeake Bay and Maryland's watersheds, targeting nonprofits and community organizations.

Environment
Nonprofits
Area Development Program
Contact for amount
Appalachian Regional Commission
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to state and local governments in the Appalachian Region for projects that enhance critical infrastructure and promote business and workforce development to stimulate economic growth and resilience.

Community Development
Special district governments
Local Rehabilitation Agency Services Grant Program
$880,790
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 16, 2026

Date Added

May 11, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local agencies for home repairs and improvements that enhance safety, accessibility, and livability for low- and moderate-income households across Maryland.

Housing
Nonprofits
Land and Water Conservation Fund
$3,000,000
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Jun 24, 2026

Date Added

May 2, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments in Maryland for outdoor recreation projects, including land acquisition and the development or renovation of recreational facilities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Law Enforcement Training Scholarship Program
$5,000
Maryland Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy (GOCPP)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Aug 28, 2024

This program provides financial support for specialized training in law enforcement and investigative techniques to eligible Maryland law enforcement agencies and offices.

Law Justice and Legal Services
City or township governments
Rural Maryland Prosperity Investment Fund (RMPIF) Grants - Rural Health
Contact for amount
State of Maryland, Rural Maryland Council
State

Application Deadline

Jul 10, 2026

Date Added

Apr 29, 2024

This grant provides financial support to rural organizations and community colleges in Maryland to improve quality of life through projects focused on health, infrastructure, and economic development.

Health
Nonprofits
National Trust Preservation Funds (NTPF)
$5,000
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local nonprofits and public agencies in designated U.S. states to initiate and promote community-driven historic preservation projects.

Community Development
Nonprofits
FY24 General Letter of Inquiry
Contact for amount
Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 22, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed for organizations seeking financial support for projects that do not fit within existing grant programs, requiring a preliminary Letter of Inquiry for consideration.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Investment Program
$25,000
TC Energy Corporation
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 16, 2026

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This program provides funding to community organizations near TC Energy's operations in North America to support projects that promote equity, sustainable development, and community engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Rural Maryland Prosperity Investment Fund (RMPIF) Grants - Rural Entrepreneurship, Agricultural, Workforce, and Cooperative Development
Contact for amount
Maryland Rural Maryland Council (RMC)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 10, 2026

Date Added

Apr 29, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to rural nonprofits, community colleges, and public organizations in Maryland to promote entrepreneurship, workforce development, and infrastructure improvements in rural communities.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Henry A. Jordan, M.D., Preservation Excellence Fund
$7,500
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and public agencies in the Mid-Atlantic region for innovative projects that promote historic preservation and environmental stewardship through planning and educational activities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Sustainable Communities Grant Program
$25,000
Delaware Nature Society
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

May 19, 2026

This program provides funding to municipalities, recreational authorities, and nonprofit organizations in Delaware and Maryland for projects that promote environmental stewardship and enhance community resilience against climate-related challenges.

Environment
Nonprofits
Kim Lamphier Bikeways Network Program
$500,000
Maryland Department of Transportation
State

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

May 6, 2024

This state-funded program provides financial support to local governments, nonprofits, and other organizations in Maryland for projects that enhance bicycle infrastructure and connectivity, particularly in underserved communities.

Transportation
County governments
FY24 Mini-Grant Application
$2,500
Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore
Private

Application Deadline

May 15, 2024

Date Added

Apr 22, 2024

Mini-grants are offered on a rolling monthly basis to support programmatic needs in various impact areas. These grants are aimed at local nonprofits, schools, faith-based organizations, and government programs in Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester Counties. The grants cover expenses such as technical assistance, capacity building, equipment purchases, and direct aid like pharmaceutical and food assistance. First-time applicants are limited to awards under $1,000 and may require additional vetting processes such as site visits. Grant renewed every year.

Community Development
Nonprofits
FY2025 Foster Care Court Improvement Program Child Welfare Grant
Contact for amount
Maryland Courts
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

This grant provides funding to state and local governments, non-profits, educational institutions, and local courts in Maryland to improve safety, permanency, and well-being for children in the foster care system.

Law Justice and Legal Services
Nonprofits