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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
Title II Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention Formula Grant (JJAC)
$200,000
Maryland Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy (GOCPP)
State

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2026

Date Added

Mar 5, 2026

This grant provides funding to Maryland public and nonprofit organizations to implement community-based programs that reduce youth confinement and promote fair justice practices within the juvenile justice system.

Law Justice and Legal Services
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
Body Armor for Local Law Enforcement (BARM) Grant Program
$5,000
Maryland Governor's Office of Crime Prevention and Policy (GOCPP)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 17, 2026

Date Added

Mar 26, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to local law enforcement agencies in Maryland for purchasing protective body armor and stab-resistant vests to enhance officer safety.

Safety
City or township governments
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
Sex Offender and Compliance Enforcement in Maryland (SOCM) Grant Program
$163,111
Maryland Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy (GOCPP)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 17, 2026

Date Added

Mar 26, 2026

This program provides funding to local law enforcement agencies in Maryland to help them manage and enforce compliance among registered sex offenders, ensuring public safety through effective registration practices.

Law Justice and Legal Services
City or township governments
Area Development Program
Contact for amount
Appalachian Regional Commission
State
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, fostering economic growth and resilience in local communities.

Community Development
Special district governments
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
Direct Care Workforce Innovation Grant Program
$150,000
Maryland Department of Labor (Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 3, 2026

Date Added

Feb 5, 2026

This program provides funding to organizations in Maryland to develop innovative projects that recruit, retain, and support direct care workers who provide essential care to vulnerable populations.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE)
$10,000,000
Appalachian Regional Commission
State

Application Deadline

May 15, 2026

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This initiative provides funding to support large-scale economic development projects across the Appalachian region, focusing on workforce development, business growth, infrastructure improvements, and community capacity building.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Legal Services for Crime Victims Fund (LSCV)
$75,000
Maryland Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy (GOCPP)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 10, 2026

Date Added

Mar 26, 2026

This grant provides funding to nonprofit and government agencies in Maryland to offer legal representation and support to victims of crime, ensuring their rights are upheld in the legal system.

Law Justice and Legal Services
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 Grant Program Fund (CGPF)
$50,000
Maryland Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy (GOCPP)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 10, 2026

Date Added

Mar 26, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local law enforcement and government agencies in Maryland for community-focused programs that enhance public safety and foster positive relationships between police and residents, particularly youth.

Community Development
City or township governments
Violence Intervention and Prevention Program (VIPP)
$300,000
Maryland Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy (GOCPP)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 17, 2026

Date Added

Mar 26, 2026

This program provides funding to Maryland-based organizations and agencies to implement effective strategies for preventing gun violence and supporting individuals affected by violence.

Health
Nonprofits
Frederick County Tourism Reinvestment in Promotion & Product (TRIPP) Program
$40,000
Tourism Council of Frederick County
Local

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2026

Date Added

Jan 13, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in Frederick County, Maryland, to promote tourism and develop attractions that draw visitors from outside the area.

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
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