Maryland Diversity Equity and Inclusion Grants

The "Access Granted" initiative by the City of Frederick is a grant program designed to bolster small minority and/or women-owned businesses. This initiative aligns with a broader mission to cultivate a supportive and inclusive business environment, enabling local entrepreneurs to achieve their full potential. The program's core objective is to provide crucial financial assistance, specifically capital for defined projects that will drive business growth, thereby contributing to the economic vitality of the city. The primary beneficiaries of the "Access Granted" program are small minority and/or women-owned businesses, including both startups and established enterprises. To be eligible, businesses must be registered for-profit entities, in good standing with the state of Maryland, and employ no more than 25 full-time equivalent employees. The program prioritizes businesses that are physically located within The City of Frederick limits, ensuring that the financial assistance directly benefits the local economy and community. The program's priorities and focuses are clear: to empower underrepresented business owners by providing them with the necessary capital to expand and succeed. The City of Frederick has earmarked $400,000 for this new grant program, demonstrating a tangible commitment to these businesses. This funding is intended to be deployed as grants ranging from $100,000 to $500,000, offering substantial support for growth-oriented projects. Expected outcomes include the sustained growth and increased viability of participating businesses, leading to job creation and economic development within Frederick. By fostering a more inclusive business landscape, the city anticipates a ripple effect of increased innovation and community prosperity. The measurable results will be evident in the successful implementation of business projects, the expansion of businesses, and the overall strengthening of the local entrepreneurial ecosystem, particularly among minority and women-owned enterprises.

This program provides funding to Maryland-based organizations and businesses to develop educational and training initiatives that prepare the workforce for careers in the offshore wind industry.

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.

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.

The 2025 Sharing Prince George Grants, announced by The Greater Washington Community Foundation, aim to support high-impact nonprofits serving Prince George’s County’s most vulnerable residents. This initiative aligns with the Community Foundation’s broader 10-year strategic plan, which is centered on addressing urgent community needs, advancing economic justice, and ultimately closing the racial/ethnic wealth gap. The fund prides itself on supporting organizations that have effectively responded to community needs, working in partnership toward a shared vision for a more equitable, just, and thriving Prince George’s County, directly reflecting the foundation's mission. The target beneficiaries are the low-income and most vulnerable residents of Prince George’s County. The grant program seeks to achieve significant impact by enabling people to chart pathways out of poverty and empowering them with the financial and social capital needed to build wealth. The ultimate goal is to enhance the health and stability of the entire community by mitigating the effects of the racial/ethnic wealth gap, fostering economic justice, and ensuring basic needs are met. The grant-making priorities for this year are threefold. First, economic mobility resources are prioritized, including access to higher education, training, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy. Second, the program focuses on individual and community wealth-building opportunities to help residents weather crises and pursue their dreams. Third, basic needs for low-income neighbors are addressed, encompassing access to health and mental health resources, food security, affordable housing, childcare, education, and interventions that facilitate a transition from crisis to recovery. For the FY25 cycle, Sharing Prince George’s will award up to ten one-time grants, each up to $50,000. These grants provide flexible general operating support, allowing nonprofits to allocate resources where they are most needed to advance their missions within Prince George’s County. Regional organizations receiving grants will have their funds specifically earmarked for efforts within the county, ensuring the direct impact on the intended beneficiaries and contributing to the foundation's strategic objective of fostering a more equitable and stable community.

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.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations in Worcester County, Maryland, for initiatives designed to prevent youth from starting to use cannabis products.

This funding program provides financial support to music organizations for capital projects that improve their facilities, technology, and equipment, excluding general operating expenses and non-music-related activities.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Prince George’s County, Maryland, to create impactful arts and cultural projects that promote community engagement, inclusivity, and diversity.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, local governments, and public schools in selected states to implement sustainability initiatives, workforce development, and community resilience programs that enhance the quality of life and economic vitality in their communities.

This grant provides funding to community groups in Rockville for projects that improve neighborhood vitality, inclusivity, and livability through collaboration and community engagement.

This program provides funding to organizations that train Maryland residents for high-demand jobs in transportation construction, focusing on those facing employment barriers.

This funding initiative supports nonprofit organizations and government entities in Maryland that are dedicated to researching and sharing the diverse and inclusive histories of the state, particularly those narratives that highlight the experiences of under-represented communities.

This funding opportunity supports community organizations in Maryland with projects that promote environmental stewardship, civic engagement, and local solutions to environmental issues through activities like clean-ups, education, and tree planting.

This funding opportunity supports community-led organizations in Howard County that address food insecurity and promote nutrition, particularly for marginalized groups, while advocating for systemic changes and health equity.

This program provides funding to non-profit organizations for projects that improve water quality and promote community engagement in watershed restoration efforts in Montgomery County, Maryland.

This grant provides unrestricted funding to small, BIPOC-led nonprofits in the Greater Washington region to promote financial security and support communities affected by racial and economic injustice.

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.

This program provides competitive funding to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and individuals for the preservation and enhancement of sites significant to the African American experience in Maryland.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofits serving low-income residents of Prince George’s County, Maryland, focusing on essential needs, economic mobility, and wealth-building strategies.