Catonsville Giving offers annual community-focused grants to nonprofit organizations that serve the Catonsville area of Maryland. The organization operates privately and aims to enhance community life through support for initiatives in health, education, youth services, recreation, and community development.
The 2025 grant application period runs from June 1 to August 15. All completed applications along with supporting documents must be emailed to catonsvillegiving@gmail.com by the closing date. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Grants are not offered on a rolling basis but are part of a recurring annual program.
Funding amounts typically range from $250 to $6,000 per grantee. The total program funding has historically ranged from $20,000 to $26,500 per year. Grants support a wide range of projects including youth sports, theater, school improvement, and health initiatives. Approximately 12 to 15 awards are distributed each year.
Eligible applicants are nonprofits that operate in or directly benefit the Catonsville community. No funding is provided to individuals, businesses, or government entities. Past recipients include schools, community theaters, health organizations, and environmental groups. There are no matching fund requirements.
Applications will be evaluated through a site visit process occurring from August through November 2025. Final award announcements are scheduled for January to February 2026. While no pre-application deadlines or Q&A opportunities are listed, applicants are encouraged to submit complete and well-prepared materials by the deadline.
Questions about the grant process can be directed to catonsvillegiving@gmail.com. The application forms are available in both PDF and Word formats starting June 1. There is no listed phone contact or named grant administrator.
