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Maryland Natural Resources Grants

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Watershed Assistance Grant Program
$150,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and nonprofit organizations in Maryland, West Virginia, and select areas of Pennsylvania for early-stage projects focused on watershed restoration and planning to improve water quality and promote environmental sustainability.

Environment
State governments
Prince George’s County Stormwater Stewardship Grant Program
$300,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This program provides funding for community-led projects in Prince George’s County, Maryland, focused on improving water quality and engaging residents in environmental stewardship.

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

Application Deadline

Not specified

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
Carroll County Agriculture Land Preservation Program
Contact for amount
Carroll County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 19, 2026

This program provides financial compensation to property owners in Carroll County, Maryland, to preserve their farmland and forestland by purchasing development rights, ensuring these lands remain dedicated to agricultural use forever.

Agriculture
Individuals
Outreach and Restoration Grant Program
$150,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Maryland-based public and nonprofit organizations in their efforts to engage communities and implement projects that protect and restore local natural resources, particularly in the Chesapeake and Coastal Bays.

Environment
Nonprofits
CY2025/FY2026 Chesapeake and Coastal Grants Gateway - Outcome 3: Habitat Restoration
$1,500,000
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

This grant provides funding for local governments and non-profit organizations to design and construct habitat restoration projects that combat erosion and flooding while benefiting communities and addressing climate change.

Environment
Nonprofits
Wood Products Industry Equity Incentive Grant Program
$125,000
Maryland Agricultural and Resource-Based Industry Development Corporation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 3, 2025

This program provides funding to Maryland wood products businesses for acquiring specialized equipment or improving facilities, aimed at boosting job creation and market growth in the forestry sector.

Natural Resources
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Chesapeake Bay Small Watershed Grants Program
$750,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 13, 2026

This program provides funding for community-driven conservation projects that improve water quality and habitat in the Chesapeake Bay watershed, targeting local organizations, governments, and educational institutions.

Environment
Nonprofits
Historic Preservation Capital Grant Program
$100,000
Maryland Historical Trust (MHT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 5, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations, local governments, businesses, and individuals for the acquisition, restoration, and rehabilitation of historic properties in Maryland that are listed or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places.

Housing
Nonprofits
Unity Gardens Grant
$3,000
Unity Gardens
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

This funding opportunity supports community-led gardening projects in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, that focus on environmental sustainability through the use of native plants for stormwater management, pollution reduction, and habitat restoration.

Environment
Nonprofits
Keep Maryland Beautiful Grant Program-Tree Planting on Agricultural Lands
$50,000
Maryland Environmental Trust (Chesapeake Bay Trust)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofits, land trusts, and community organizations in Maryland for projects that promote tree planting on agricultural lands and enhance local environmental stewardship.

Environment
Nonprofits
Expanding Agroforestry Project Incentive Payment Program
$450,000
The Nature Conservancy
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 23, 2026

This program provides financial incentives to farmers in select U.S. states to adopt agroforestry practices that integrate trees and shrubs into their agricultural systems, promoting environmental sustainability and new revenue opportunities.

Agriculture
Individuals
Charitable Contributions Fund (CCF) Grant Program
$10,000
Farm Credit of the Virginias
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 17, 2024

This program provides funding to nonprofit and community organizations that enhance agriculture and rural life in Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland through various initiatives like education, food security, and mental health support.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Resilient and Connected Appalachians Grant Program
$100,000
The Nature Conservancy
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 6, 2025

This funding opportunity supports conservation projects in the Appalachian region that protect wildlife habitats and enhance ecological connectivity, targeting community organizations, municipalities, and tribal nations.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Mini-Grant Program
$5,000
Garrett County Chamber of Commerce
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 7, 2026

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and local jurisdictions in Garrett County, Maryland, for innovative projects that promote cultural heritage tourism and enhance the region's historical and natural resources.

Humanities
Nonprofits
CY2025/FY2026 Chesapeake and Coastal Grants Gateway - Outcome 2: Building Flood Resilience
$125,000
Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Chesapeake Bay Implementation Grant (EPA), Maryland Coastal Zone Management Award (NOAA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

This grant provides funding to local governments, non-profits, and educational institutions to implement projects that improve flood resilience and tackle the effects of climate change.

Environment
Nonprofits
AACE Micro-Grants Program
$15,000
Asian American Health Initiative
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 30, 2024

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations that support Asian American and Pacific Islander communities in Montgomery County, Maryland, to enhance their capacity and sustainability in delivering health and social services.

Health
Nonprofits
Museums for America Program
$300,000
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 7, 2026

This grant provides funding to museums and related organizations across the U.S. for projects that enhance public education, community engagement, and the stewardship of collections.

Education
Nonprofits
Venison Donation Grant Program
$25,000
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 6, 2024

This funding initiative provides financial support to county governments, municipalities, and nonprofit organizations in Maryland for processing donated venison to help feed low-income and homeless individuals.

Food and Nutrition
County governments
Capacity Building Grant Program
$150,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 5, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to small nonprofits and local governments in the Chesapeake Bay region to strengthen their organizational capacity and enhance community and environmental initiatives.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits