Community Well-Being Grants for Maryland Nonprofits via Straus Foundation
Nonprofit organizations in the Baltimore metropolitan region seeking support for immigrant services, health and mental health access, youth enrichment, Jewish community services, or social entrepreneurship may be eligible for funding. Focused on community well-being and innovation, the Aaron Straus and Lillie Straus Foundation prioritizes projects that can influence public funding and strengthen Baltimore-area communities.
Aaron Straus and Lillie Straus Foundation
Appalachian Regional Commission Grants for Maryland Infrastructure
Maryland community development organizations and public agencies in eligible Appalachian counties can seek funding for critical infrastructure and workforce or business development projects. Maryland community development groups can access funding through Appalachian Regional Commission to improve water and wastewater systems, transportation, broadband, entrepreneurship, worker training, and other local capacity-building efforts in the region.
Appalachian Regional Commission
Maryland Community Programs Funding via BGE
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Central Maryland can seek funding for STEM workforce development, environmental stewardship, community vitality, and arts access programs. With a mission to strengthen local communities, Baltimore Gas and Electric Company provides grants to organizations advancing education, economic opportunity, and neighborhood quality of life, supporting inclusive community development across its service area.
Baltimore Gas and Electric Company
Comis Foundation Youth Education Grants in Maryland
501(c)(3) nonprofits improving educational outcomes for children and youth in Maryland can seek US $5,000 - US $75,000 for programs, policy work, and organizational capacity. The Comis Foundation supports pilot projects, proof-of-concept efforts, and multi-year capacity building that help young people explore, learn, and thrive, including community-based initiatives.
The Comis Foundation
Jacob and Hilda Blaustein Community Health Grants in Maryland
Focused on health and education equity, Jacob and Hilda Blaustein Foundation invites Maryland 501(c)(3) organizations to apply for funding that advances mental health, access to care, environmental health, and stronger public schools. Eligible nonprofits in the Baltimore region may benefit, especially those combining community-based services with policy or advocacy to improve local conditions.
Jacob And Hilda Blaustein Foundation Inc
Snee-Reinhardt Charitable Foundation Community Grants in Maryland
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit public charities seeking funding for tangible items to support community development and revitalization projects in Maryland can apply; awards are up to US $10,000. Grants from Snee-Reinhardt Charitable Foundation help organizations working in areas like human services, education, environment, health, religion, and community development, with preference for its primary geographic focus but eligibility extending to Maryland.
Snee-Reinhardt Charitable Foundation
Marriott Foundation Grants for Maryland Education
Applications due Aug 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting early childhood education or workforce readiness in Maryland can apply for general operating grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000. Richard E. and Nancy P. Marriott Foundation supports community development by funding early learning, youth development, food security, housing stability, and gainful employment programs serving the broader Washington, D.C. metropolitan region, including Maryland communities.
Richard E. and Nancy P. Marriott Foundation
Maryland Community Projects Funding via France-Merrick Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Aug 28, 2026
Maryland 501(c)(3) nonprofits planning one-time, project-based capital or capacity-building work can apply for France-Merrick Foundation grants over More than US $50,000. Funding supports community development and revitalization in Greater Baltimore and across Maryland, including education, workforce readiness, housing, health, environment, historic preservation, and civic and cultural facilities that strengthen neighborhoods and local economies.
France-Merrick Foundation
Community Vitality Funding from Land O'Lakes Foundation
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Maryland 501(c)(3) public charities supporting rural community development, education, or local services can apply for Land O'Lakes Foundation’s Region Grants, with awards of US $1,000 - US $20,000. Grants support community vitality projects such as ag education, schools, city improvements, fire and ambulance departments, United Way chapters, and economic development in eligible rural areas.
Land O'lakes Foundation
Community Development Grants for Nonprofits from Penn National Gaming
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Maryland 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on community development, education, human services, health, cultural programs, or veteran support can apply for Penn National Gaming Foundation grants to serve local residents. Eligible organizations must be physically located in a community where the company has a business interest, including Cecil County, Maryland, and other listed service areas.
Penn National Gaming
Community Development Funding for Baltimore Nonprofits from Abell Foundation
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3)/509(a) organizations, government agencies, and fiscally sponsored projects serving Baltimore City can apply for the Abell Foundation’s community development grants over More than US $10,000. Funding can support seed projects, ongoing programs, general operations, capital needs, research, and program-related investments across Maryland community development and related focus areas.
The Abell Foundation Inc.
Maryland Preservation Funding via National Trust
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Public agencies and 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Maryland planning historic preservation projects or education efforts can access funding through the National Trust for Historic Preservation, with awards from US $2,500 - US $5,000. Grants support planning, technical expertise, capacity building, and outreach that can advance local community development and revitalization goals.
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Knott Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 6, 2026
Nonprofit organizations serving communities in the Archdiocese of Baltimore in Maryland can seek funding for arts, education, health care, human services, and Catholic activities. The Marion I & Henry J Knott Foundation offers General Fund grants of US $10,000 - US $45,000, plus smaller discretionary awards, to support one-year projects addressing local community needs.
Marion I & Henry J Knott Foundation Inc
Kahlert Foundation Community Services Grants in Maryland
Letter of inquiry due Oct 17, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maryland working on health care, education, youth, veterans, or human services can seek funding to improve quality of life and community well-being. Focused on community development, Kahlert Foundation invites eligible groups, especially in Baltimore City, Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, and Howard counties, to request support for programs, capital projects, or general operations.
Kahlert Foundation Inc
Community Development Funding for Nonprofits from Citi Foundation
Pre proposal due Oct 25, 2026
501(c)(3) public charities serving low-income communities with community development, affordable housing, economic opportunity, or workforce programs can seek multi-year support from the Citi Foundation Community Progress Makers Fund. Focused on community development, Citi Foundation invites eligible Maryland organizations in Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties to apply for US $1,000,000 in unrestricted funding plus technical assistance and peer-learning opportunities.
Citi Foundation
Regional Economic Development Grants from Appalachian Commission
Pre proposal due Oct 31, 2026
Community and economic development organizations in eligible Appalachian counties, including parts of Maryland, can seek Appalachian Regional Commission ARISE planning or implementation grants to support multi-state regional economic transformation projects. Funding can reach up to US $10,000,000 for initiatives that strengthen business, industry, workforce, tourism, and community revitalization across Appalachia.
Appalachian Regional Commission
Community Development Funding from Cafritz Foundation
Applications due Nov 2, 2026
IRS-registered 501(c)(3) public charities serving residents of Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties in Maryland can apply for the Morris & Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation’s competitive grants, awarding US $10,000 - US $250,000 for community-focused programs. Funding supports community development, housing stability, youth and family services, workforce development, and related efforts that strengthen vulnerable and underserved DC-area communities.
Morris & Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation
Philip L. Graham Fund Community Grants in Maryland
Letter of inquiry due Dec 1, 2026
With a mission to strengthen local services, Maryland 501(c)(3) public charities can receive $30,000 - $75,000 from the Philip L. Graham Fund for one-time community development, education, health, or arts projects. Eligible nonprofits must serve residents of Charles, Montgomery, or Prince George's counties and align with the Fund’s focus areas and direct-service priorities.
Philip L. Graham Fund
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Catalogue for Philanthropy Grants for Maryland Nonprofits
Applications due Feb 11, 2027
Maryland community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with budgets between $100,000 and $4 million can access visibility, fundraising support, and capacity-building resources through Catalogue for Philanthropy. This four-year partnership promotes selected Greater Washington organizations, including those in Maryland counties, via storytelling, donor outreach, and free professional development, benefiting groups focused on community development and revitalization.
Catalogue for Philanthropy: Greater Washington
Land Conservation Funding for Appalachians from Nature Conservancy
Applications due Feb 14, 2027
Nonprofit conservation and community organizations, municipalities, Tribal Nations, and agencies in Maryland and other Appalachian states can seek up to US $100,000 to acquire land or easements that enhance resilient, connected habitats and community benefits. With a mission to conserve vital lands and waters, The Nature Conservancy supports projects that also advance equitable community development outcomes.
The Nature Conservancy
Maryland Community Revitalization Funding via Maryland DHCD
Applications due Mar 20, 2027
Nonprofit organizations and local governments in Maryland can receive operating support for community and economic revitalization efforts, including Main Street and technical assistance activities. Focused on community development, the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development invites applicants to use up to US $50,000 for eligible operating expenses tied to locally driven revitalization work plans.
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development
Housing Innovation Funding for Nonprofits from Enterprise
Applications due May 16, 2027
Nonprofits, mission-oriented for-profits, and qualified housing entities working on equitable, affordable housing innovations can apply for Enterprise Community Partners’ national Housing Affordability Breakthrough Challenge, awarding US $2,000,000 grants. Enterprise provides Maryland community development organizations with support to scale proven solutions in housing design and construction, finance, or service delivery that expand affordable housing options.
Enterprise Community Partners Inc
National Trust Grants for Maryland Preservation
Applications due Jun 1, 2027
Nonprofit and community organizations protecting natural and cultural resources in Maryland can receive up to US $7,500 for preservation planning and public education projects. National Trust for Historic Preservation supports initiatives that foster dialogue, shape local policies, build awareness about livable, sustainable communities, and encourage innovative partnerships for open space conservation and historic preservation in the Mid-Atlantic.
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Community Program Funding for Nonprofits from Wolpoff Family Foundation
Full proposal due Jun 26, 2027
Established 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Maryland can seek project funding for community development, food sufficiency, education, workforce development, arts and culture, or medical research initiatives benefiting Montgomery County residents. Focused on community impact, the Wolpoff Family Foundation invites letters of inquiry for well-defined programs with measurable outcomes that align with its mission and five-year operating requirement.
Wolpoff Family Foundation Inc
Greenspring Advisors Support for Maryland Workforce
Full proposal due Jun 30, 2027
Maryland 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on workforce and economic development can receive US $5,000 - US $20,000 to support job training, entrepreneurship, internships, and related programs. Greenspring Advisors provides funding for general operations or specific initiatives, with preference for local organizations serving youth, people in recovery, or underserved communities, including those advancing community development.
Greenspring Advisors
After-School Education Grants for Youth from Maryland State Department of Education
Applications due Jul 6, 2027
Eligible Maryland LEAs, nonprofits, government agencies, community and faith-based organizations, higher education institutions, and for-profit corporations can obtain funding to run out-of-school academic enrichment and youth development programs. Focused on K–12 achievement and family literacy, Maryland State Department of Education awards US $50,000 - US $400,000 to support activities that strengthen students and communities.
Maryland State Department of Education
Maryland Housing Department Community Investment Grants
Applications due Jul 7, 2027
Maryland 501(c)(3) nonprofits with projects in Priority Funding Areas can apply for Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development’s Community Investment Tax Credits, awarding up to US $10,000 in state tax credit allocations to leverage donations. Funding can support community development, housing, education, youth services, workforce training, arts, tourism, and services for at-risk residents.
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development