Maryland for Nonprofits Grants

The Maryland Humanities is accepting grant applications for its Marilyn Hatza Memorial Strengthening the Humanities Investment in Nonprofits for Equity (SHINE) Grant fund. Donor Name: Maryland Humanities State: Maryland County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/14/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Goals of the Marilyn Hatza Memorial SHINE Grant Program Continue and expand general operating support funding, awarding $900,000 in grants. Focus on small and mid‐size humanities, arts, cultural, and educational nonprofits that may not have staff capacity or resources to be competitive in fundraising. Ensure a broad geographic reach, similar to what they were able to realize from the COVID‐relief grants, which funded organizations in all 23 of Maryland’s counties, plus Baltimore City. Continue to refine lessons learned on how to evaluate applicants and distribute funds equitably, while ensuring accountability and responsible fiscal stewardship. Convene annual cohorts of grantees in new networks of engagement and common purpose to amplify the state’s investment, strengthening both the organizations and communities. Funding Priorities Organizations that center diversity, equity and inclusion within their mission and throughout their programming. Organizations that serve geographic areas that have historically been underserved by Maryland Humanities. Organizations that serve audiences that have been traditionally underserved by the humanities, which includes but is not limited to, Veterans, Rural Populations, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color), Low-income Individuals, Currently and Formerly Incarcerated Persons, LGBTQ+ Individuals, Currently or Formerly Unhoused People, Immigrants, and/or Disabled People. Small and mid-size humanities, arts, cultural, and educational nonprofits that may not have staff capacity or resources to be competitive in fundraising. Funding Information This program will provide 90 General Operating Support grants worth $10,000, to non-profit organizations which provide humanities programming throughout the state of Maryland. Eligibility Criteria  To be eligible for a Maryland Humanities General Operating Support grant, an organization must: conduct programming in the humanities as a significant part of its work Eligible non-profits include museums, historic sites, preservation and historical societies, and community & cultural organizations with a significant humanities focus. Organizations conducting activities in the humanities provide programs that do one or more of the following: Explore and elevate the shared stories of the past, present, and future to connect people Preserve, share, and celebrate cultural identities, heritage, and traditions Promote storytelling and enriching communities through dialogue, discussion, and participation Bring people together to encourage thoughtful and accessible programs that value equity, democracy, collaboration, and life-long learning be designated as a nonprofit organization and maintain good standing with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) as determined by organization’s 990 and Charity Check be physically located and registered as a nonprofit in Maryland and have Maryland residents as its primary constituents have a maximum total annual operating budget of $500,000 or less. The following organizations are not eligible to apply for funding: Organizations with a general operating budget that exceeds $500,000 Organizations whose sole mission or focus is the creation or performance of art. This includes visual art, dance, theater, and music Any federally, or state-funded agency All academic Institutions, including, universities, colleges, academic departments, and K-12 institutions Public libraries. For more information, visit Maryland Humanities.

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.

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.

The Healthy Environment, Healthy Communities Grant Program is a funding initiative by the Chesapeake Bay Trust that supports projects by various organizations to address environmental and public health issues through education, small-scale greening, and large-scale restoration in specific areas affected by wastewater treatment plants and energy companies.

This grant provides funding to non-profits, schools, and government agencies to develop environmental education projects that empower students and communities to protect Chesapeake and coastal ecosystems.

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 supports the creation and expansion of community gardens in Prince George’s County to improve food security, promote sustainable practices, and engage local residents.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to veteran organizations and groups that engage veterans in therapeutic activities, outdoor recreation, and green jobs training.

This program provides funding for small tree planting projects in underserved urban areas of Maryland to improve community health and environmental quality.

This program provides funding to community groups in Anne Arundel County for tree planting and invasive species removal projects that promote environmental stewardship and improve local ecosystems.

This funding opportunity supports community-led projects in Anne Arundel County that focus on planting native trees and shrubs to improve local ecosystems and address environmental issues like stormwater runoff and pollution.

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.

This grant provides financial and technical support to local governments, academic institutions, and non-profits for projects that improve water quality, restore waterways, enhance climate resilience, and promote environmental stewardship in Maryland.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits and organizations in Frederick County, Maryland, that are addressing critical community needs such as family support, aging population services, substance use disorder, affordable housing, mental health, and service delivery disparities.

The Montgomery County Office of Grants Management is accepting applications for its 2025 School-Based Food Assistance Grant Program to support programs that increase food security for students and their families and are co-located at an MCPS school site. Donor Name: Montgomery County Office of Grants Management State: Maryland County: Montgomery County (MD) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/26/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: Funding may be awarded to new initiatives or expansion or continuation of programs at current or additional sites. All awarded programs through the FY25 School-Based Food Assistance Grant Program must:  Demonstrate past experience with successful operation of school-based food assistance programs in partnership with MCPS;  Describe a quickly actionable program model for services at new school(s); and  Identify potential zip codes, capacity, resource needs, and format for expanded services. Funding Information $1,250,000 in total grant funding is available to support programs that increase food security for students and their families and are co-located at an MCPS school site. The minimum award that applicants may request is $40,000 and maximum award is $300,000. Final award amounts may be lower than $40,000. The performance period for these grant awards is anticipated to be on/about August 15, 2024 to on/about June 30, 2025. Funding Priorities The goal of this program is to support projects that address critical gaps in healthy food access for children and families and/or that offer innovative approaches to co-locate food assistance at an MCPS school site. OFSR is partnering with MCPS representatives to identify the school sites that will be prioritized for support based on the level of need within the school community and anticipated impact of new or expanded school-based food assistance programming.  Applicants will provide details within the Strategy Narrative regarding the scope of services they are capable of providing, and successful applicants will be asked to serve specific MCPS schools that have been identified based on alignment of individual school’s needs with providers’ current programs, experience, and capacity. Awardees will be matched with one or multiple school(s) following the grant review period; the school match(es) will be indicated in grant agreements.  The range of programming allowed under this grant is intentionally very flexible. Examples of project models that will be considered for funding include, but are not limited to: Choice pantry at the school site, offering school community members a choice model with access to a variety of culturally relevant, healthy shelf-stable and fresh food items including fruits, vegetables, dairy, meat, and eggs; Pre-packed box/bag distribution for students that includes healthy, locally sourced produce options; Delivery of nutritious, medically and/or preference-tailored prepared meals to school populations with unique needs; and Grocery Gift Cards distributed to school families that allow for flexible food purchasing and delivery options for families that experience transportation or other barriers to food access. Target Population  For students and families that rely on school meals and/or face barriers to food access related to transportation or otherwise, an in-school pantry or at-school food distribution can help to address nutrition insecurity and provide convenient access to necessary resources. The FY25 School-Based Food Assistance Grant Program will award funding to initiatives that will support food access at MCPS school sites throughout the County.” Eligibility Criteria  Lead applicants may only submit one application, and must meet all of the following conditions:  The organization must be a food assistance provider based in Montgomery County that has provided food assistance services over the past calendar year in at least one MCPS site, as demonstrated through attached documentation (ex: email documentation, formal contract or Memorandum of Understanding, or signed letter of support from an administrator at the school site); The organization must be currently registered and in Good Standing with the Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT); The organization’s principal place of business must be located in Montgomery County; if a national or regional organization, it must have a location in Montgomery County through which it provides related services;  All activities and expenditures under this grant program must be provided in Montgomery County and/or be exclusively for Montgomery County residents; The proposed project in the application must not exclude any potential beneficiaries and/or participants based on their race, ethnicity, gender, or any other protected class; Current Montgomery County contract or grant award winners must be current on all reporting obligations for other awards and those reports must reflect substantial progress towards the goals of their awards; and Proposed expenses must be for a new activity, expansion of existing activities, or a combination of both. Grant funding cannot be used for any purchase which has already been made; purchases or activities unnecessary to accomplish grant purposes as determined by Montgomery County; prior obligations of and/or fines;debts and penalties imposed on the grantee; lobbying expenses; alcoholic beverages; or supplanting (replacing) other funds. For more information, visit MCOGM.

This grant provides financial support to local non-profit organizations and government entities in Worcester County, Maryland, to develop and present arts activities that enhance cultural opportunities for residents.

This grant provides financial support to local not-for-profit organizations and government entities in Worcester County, Maryland, to help them initiate new arts projects or address urgent needs in the community.

The Kahlert Foundation is seeking applications for its grant program to improve quality of life of individuals and communities. Donor Name: The Kahlert Foundation State: Maryland County: Baltimore County (MD), Carroll County (MD), Frederick County (MD), Howard County (MD) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Focus Areas The Kahlert Foundation makes grants in the areas of health care, education, youth programs, veteran organizations, and human services. Health Care To provide better health care for as many people as possible. This includes hospitals, hospice & palliative care, and organizations providing free physician exams & medicine for uninsured and under-insured people. The foundation also supports health care research including cancer, urology, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s disease. Health care represents the largest portion of the funding, accounting for about 50% of grants Youth Programs The youth are the future of the country and it is the desire to support programs that develop their skills and values. They support a wide variety of youth programs which include education, after school programs, mentorship, and health care Education The foundation supports K-12 public education with an emphasis on higher education. The children are the next generation of leaders and will have a significant impact on the future of the country. Children and adults obtaining degrees greatly benefit the local communities and economy. Grants are typically for scholarships and student assistance with a current focus on science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) programs Veterans The Kahlert Foundation proudly supports organizations that help United States of America Veterans and their families. So many of the veterans have sacrificed so much for the country and the freedom. Areas of focus include medical care, research on Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), housing, scholarships, and financial assistance. Geographical Areas Grants are for organizations serving the states of Maryland and surrounding areas. In Maryland, the primary focus is in the geographic areas listed below: Baltimore City Baltimore County Carroll County Frederick County Howard County Eligibility Criteria Organizations must submit their 501(c)(3) document under the Internal Revenue Code Organizations must be rated by Guidestar with a strong preference for organization with at least a Silver Seal of Transparency. The Kahlert Foundation will look most favorably on those organizations with a Platinum Seal of Transparency. The Foundation is committed to supporting organizations that spend a high percentage of their funds on programs and service, not administration and fund raising Grant requests must improve the quality of life of individuals and communities, with measurable results Grants may be awarded for capital campaigns, special projects or programs, and general operations Grant requests must show a need for the request, its impact, and effectiveness Organizations need to demonstrate good leadership, financial stability, and a minimum history of 2 years of existence Grants may be for one year or multi-year. For more information, visit The Kahlert Foundation.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government agencies working to improve health, education, and economic opportunities for residents of Baltimore City.

Grants will be awarded to nonprofit organizations that provide agriculture education; support the renovation, construction and/or maintenance of buildings used to promote agricultural activities; and/or promote agriculture as an industry and as a way of life in Frederick County, Maryland. Donor Name: The Community Foundation of Frederick County State: Maryland County: Frederick County (MD) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 06/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding Information A total of $45,000 is available for this grant cycle. Eligibility Criteria The applicant must be:  An existing nonprofit, 501c3 organization,  An existing government/quasi-governmental agency applying for an extraordinary project that is not funded by tax revenue,  A faith-based organization requesting funding for non-sectarian activities, or  A civic group that is not a 501c3 organization requesting funding for a community cause. In addition, 501c3 organizations must be in good standing with:  Maryland Secretary of State’s charitable division  Department of Assessments and Taxation’s Maryland personal property tax division • IRS, as assessed via GuideStar’s Charity Check For more information, visit The Community Foundation of Frederick County.