Maryland Arts Access Funding via BGE
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Central Maryland offering arts, culture, or community programs can apply for Baltimore Gas and Electric’s charitable contributions. With a mission to strengthen local vitality, BGE provides Maryland theater and arts groups with support for equal access to arts and culture, STEM education, workforce development, environmental initiatives, and community enrichment.
Baltimore Gas and Electric Company
Maryland Youth Services Funding via Costco Foundation
Maryland 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can access funding through Costco Foundation for monetary program needs. The foundation prioritizes evidence-based programs with measurable outcomes and broad community support in areas where Costco operates, so theater organizations with youth-focused educational or social service programming may be eligible.
Costco Wholesale Corporation
Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services programs can seek support for new or unaddressed social issues through the Creag Foundation, which accepts letters of inquiry by invitation. Maryland theater groups operating as eligible nonprofits with creative approaches to social problems may be considered for funding if they meet the one-year 501(c)(3) requirement.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children and youth can seek funding for health, education, development, and welfare programs in Maryland and beyond. The Dan Paul Foundation supports initiatives such as early childhood development, child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, refugee enrichment, environmental education, and youth scholarships, with awards up to US $15,000.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Global Tech Solutions
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology for crisis response, education access, economic empowerment, or climate resilience can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, including applicants in Maryland. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help tech-enabled programs serving predominantly economically underserved communities with innovative, early-stage solutions; awards up to US $100,000 are available worldwide.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Maryland Theater Funding via Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million, including Maryland theaters and performing arts organizations, can apply for the Hearst Foundation’s Culture Grant, with awards more than US $100,000 for program, capital, and limited general or endowment support. Priority goes to arts education, artist development, and impactful youth engagement in the arts and sciences.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
LabCorp Charitable Foundation Grants
The Labcorp Charitable Foundation, a private 501(c)(3) entity, aims to enhance healthcare access and education for all. With grant opportunities focusing on food programs, healthcare services for underserved populations, and STEM initiatives, it seeks to support community health and well-being. Organizations eligible for funding must be U.S.-based and hold tax-exempt status. Requests are reviewed biannually, in March and September, to foster impactful community projects.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Maryland Youth Education Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Nonprofit and social enterprise programs improving education, health, or family economic stability for urban low-income children in Maryland and across the U.S. can seek more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation prioritizes initiatives serving children and youth, including theater education efforts that fit its education focus.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
PNC Foundation: Foundation Grant
The PNC Foundation aims to enhance the lives of individuals in local communities through partnerships with nonprofit organizations. Their focus includes promoting educational opportunities, particularly for early childhood education, and supporting economic development initiatives. Grants are available for organizations that benefit low- to moderate-income families and enhance community growth. The foundation prioritizes programs that foster sustainability and diversity, ensuring a lasting impact on the communities they serve.
PNC Foundation
La Roche Support for Global Community Programs
Accredited charities in Maryland and worldwide can seek funding for humanitarian, social, science education, community, environmental, and contemporary arts projects that engage local partners and volunteers. Grants from La Roche help organizations delivering high-quality, sustainable programs, including theater and arts initiatives, that align with its four focus areas and are managed within its affiliate countries.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Grants
The Semnani Family Foundation, established in 1993, is dedicated to supporting marginalized communities worldwide through health, education, and disaster relief initiatives. Founded by Khosrow and Ghazaleh Semnani, it began by funding an orphanage in Romania. The foundation also operates locally, providing free healthcare through the Maliheh Free Clinic in Utah. Its commitment to human welfare drives impactful partnerships in countries such as Afghanistan, India, and South Africa, focusing on the most vulnerable populations.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grant
The Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grant supports charitable, scientific, medical, and educational organizations that are 501(c)(3) certified. This private funder emphasizes impactful service to diverse populations without discrimination. Grants must be utilized within the United States and cannot be awarded to individuals, political candidates, or lobbying efforts. The Trust is dedicated to enhancing the general welfare through soundly-managed initiatives that contribute significantly to community needs.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Sponsorship Funding from Bank of America Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maryland can seek sponsorship support for community-focused programs that advance economic mobility and social progress. Bank of America Foundation supports initiatives such as arts and culture, theater-related community events, community development, housing, workforce education, hunger relief, environmental efforts, and diversity and inclusion through its regional U.S. sponsorships program.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Robinson Foundation Grants for Maryland Programs
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving Maryland and the broader Southern region can seek support for programs in education, children and families, poverty relief, and related community services. Robinson Foundation supports projects with tangible, meaningful impact, including work that may involve theater when it advances these priorities and serves local communities.
Robinson Foundation
Maryland Community Services Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Theater and arts nonprofits in Maryland can apply for funding to support 501(c)(3) charitable programs, including community services and environmental or peace-focused initiatives. Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides flexible support, so Maryland theater organizations with broader community or environmental missions may be eligible for these grants.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
TJX Foundation Grants
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
The TJX Foundation Grants support nonprofit organizations located within 15 miles of a TJX store that align with their community mission. Eligible areas include basic needs, education for at-risk youth, workforce training, and safety from domestic violence. Organizations must be a registered 501(c)(3) for at least 12 months and have a nondiscrimination policy. Applications are invited through a Letter of Inquiry, with funding decisions based on community impact.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Community and Environment Grants for Nonprofits from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Maryland seeking support for environmental or human services work can apply for Lawrence Foundation’s unrestricted grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000. Grants from Lawrence Foundation help theater organizations that fit these priorities cover general operating or program/project costs, including reasonable indirect expenses.
Lawrence Foundation
Theater and Arts Funding for U.S. Nonprofits via Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Maryland producing theater or other cultural programs can seek US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support museums, performing arts, and community-based initiatives. The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation funds a wide range of U.S. nonprofits, including arts, education, youth, seniors, disability services, and environmental and wildlife programs.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Maryland State Arts Council Theater Grants in Maryland
Full proposal due Nov 16, 2026
Theater and other arts-focused nonprofits in Maryland can receive annual operating or program support for public arts activities, with awards of more than US $50,000. Grants from Maryland State Arts Council help Maryland cultural organizations sustain dance, theater, music, visual arts, folk arts, and multidisciplinary programs that strengthen the state’s arts infrastructure.
Maryland State Arts Council
Philip L. Graham Fund Theater Grants in Maryland
Letter of inquiry due Dec 1, 2026
Maryland 501(c)(3) nonprofits offering theater or related arts, education, or community programs can seek US $30,000 - US $75,000 for one-time projects, capital needs, or limited operating support. With a mission to strengthen the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area, the Philip L. Graham Fund supports organizations serving eligible Maryland counties within its arts and community-focused priorities.
Philip L. Graham Fund
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Maryland Theater
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
With a mission to strengthen communities, Ameriprise Financial provides Maryland 501(c)(3) nonprofits with funding for basic needs, community development, and cultural enrichment programs. Theater and arts organizations that fit these focus areas, demonstrate measurable outcomes, and engage Ameriprise volunteers may be especially competitive; funding is available across the U.S.
Ameriprise Financial
Nordstrom Community Grant
Applications due Jan 31, 2027
The Nordstrom Community Grant focuses on supporting youth and families by providing over $1 million in grants annually. It aims to assist grassroots organizations that address essential community needs such as food, shelter, and clothing, as well as creating opportunities for economic mobility through mentorship and workforce development. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits located in areas where Nordstrom operates. Applications are encouraged for those meeting these criteria.
Nordstrom
Maryland Music Facilities Funding via Presser Foundation
Applications due Feb 1, 2027
Nonprofit music performance, presenting, or education organizations in Maryland can apply for Presser Foundation capital support grants, with awards of US $5,000 - US $100,000 for facilities and equipment projects. Eligible projects include construction, renovation, and technology upgrades, and theater groups with music-focused spaces or programs may be eligible if they meet these criteria.
Presser Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Storytelling Grants
Letter of inquiry due Mar 27, 2027
Theater and other 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Maryland can seek funding to tell powerful stories about their impact through the Storytelling Grant. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation supports organizations working in preservation, education, or wellness, with a current emphasis on wildlife conservation nonprofits for unsolicited applications; awards are more than US $50,000.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving local quality of life through economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief may be eligible for project, operating, or capital support, including Maryland groups. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports critical community services, which may benefit theater organizations with qualifying community-focused programming in areas like literacy or workforce readiness.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
True Inspiration Awards
Applications due May 1, 2027
The True Inspiration Awards, established by Chick-fil-A in 2015, recognizes nonprofit organizations that significantly impact their communities. In 2025, the program will distribute $6 million in grants, ranging from $30,000 to $350,000, to sixteen selected organizations. Categories include Caring for People, Caring through Food, Community, and Caring for our Planet, with a focus on educational initiatives, food security, housing services, and environmental stewardship, honoring the legacy of founder S. Truett Cathy.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Humanitarian Funding for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2027
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant through social services, poverty alleviation, disability support, or disaster relief can apply for US $5,000 - US $250,000 in funding, including those in Maryland. Grants from Gupta Family Foundation support smaller, non-sectarian organizations with revenues between $300,000 and $3,000,000 operating in select countries worldwide.
Gupta Family Foundation