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Maryland Community Development Grants

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Anne Arundel County Community Tree Planting Mini Grant Program
$5,000
Anne Arundel County Forestry Board, Chesapeake Bay Trust
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

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.

Environment
Nonprofits
Startup Runway Showcase
$10,000
Startup Runway Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 12, 2024

This program provides a pitch competition and investor introductions for women and founders of color in the U.S. with scalable startups that have a minimum viable product and some customer traction, specifically targeting those outside major startup hubs.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Maryland Spay and Neuter Grants Program
$75,000
Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 17, 2026

Date Added

Jan 15, 2026

This program provides funding to Maryland local governments and nonprofit organizations to increase spay and neuter services for pets in low-income communities and to manage free-roaming community cats, ultimately reducing animal overpopulation and euthanasia rates.

Animal Welfare
Nonprofits
Homebuyer Assistance Program
$5,000
City of Laurel Economic and Community Development Department
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 26, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to first-time homebuyers and those who haven't owned a home in the last five years, helping them purchase a primary residence in Laurel.

Housing
Individuals
Mitzvah Fund for Good Deeds for Non-profit Organizations
$3,500
Baltimore Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 17, 2023

This funding program provides financial assistance to nonprofit organizations in the Baltimore area for various operational needs, focusing on flexible support to address immediate community challenges.

Community Development
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
Community Arts Development Operating Grants
$60,000
Howard County Arts Council (HCAC)
Local

Application Deadline

May 7, 2026

Date Added

Apr 1, 2025

This grant provides financial support to established nonprofit arts organizations in Howard County, Maryland, to enhance their operational capacity and promote artistic initiatives within the community.

Arts
Nonprofits
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
Community Land Trust Homeownership Grant
$2,000,000
Baltimore City Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD)
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Aug 30, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial resources to Community Land Trusts in Baltimore to create and maintain affordable homeownership options for low-income households.

Housing
Nonprofits
Mid Atlantic Presenter Initiatives
$7,000
Mid Atlantic Arts
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Feb 5, 2025

This grant provides financial support to small and mid-sized nonprofit arts organizations in specific U.S. regions to present professional performing artists and engage their communities through public performances and activities.

Arts
Nonprofits
Aegon Transamerica Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Aegon Transamerica Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Nov 1, 2026

Date Added

Dec 5, 2023

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in specific communities to support initiatives that enhance social and financial empowerment, improving the well-being of residents through access to resources and capacity building.

Social Advocacy
Nonprofits
FY26 Residential and Commercial Energy Storage Grant Program
$150,000
Maryland Energy Administration (MEA)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 5, 2026

Date Added

Aug 6, 2025

This program provides financial incentives for residential and commercial property owners in Maryland to install battery energy storage systems, enhancing energy resilience and supporting the transition to clean energy.

Energy
Individuals
MDOT Urban Tree Program Grant
$5,000
Maryland Department of Transportation
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 25, 2025

This grant provides financial support for community organizations in Maryland to plant trees in areas affected by transportation projects, focusing on environmental justice and urban heat mitigation.

Environment
Nonprofits
Appalachian Regional Commission Grant Program
Contact for amount
Washington County
Local

Application Deadline

Apr 3, 2026

Date Added

Feb 16, 2026

This program provides federal funding to support economic development and infrastructure projects in Appalachian communities, targeting local governments and organizations that enhance workforce skills, critical infrastructure, and community capacity.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Biological Nutrient Removal Program
Contact for amount
Maryland Department of the Environment
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 9, 2024

This program provides funding to publicly owned wastewater treatment plants to upgrade their systems for better nitrogen removal, improving water quality in the Chesapeake Bay watershed.

Environment
County governments
Operation Storefront Grant Program
Contact for amount
Downtown Partnership of Baltimore
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 16, 2026

This program provides financial support to small retail businesses in downtown Baltimore for professional consulting services and interior renovations to enhance their storefronts and attract more customers.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
HAF WholeHome Critical Home Repairs Grant
$15,000
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Jan 23, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to Maryland homeowners facing financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic, enabling them to make critical home repairs and maintain safe living conditions.

Housing
Individuals