Search Through Maryland Grants for Nonprofits in the U.S.

Grants for 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations working in Maryland

200+

Available grants

$20.9M

Total funding amount

$25K

Median grant amount

Maryland grants for nonprofits provide funding to support education, environmental restoration, and public health initiatives. The following grants empower organizations to address local needs, enhance equity, and foster community well-being throughout Maryland.


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Last updated: June 2, 2025. Next update: August 3, 2025.

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Grant Insights : Maryland Grants for Nonprofits

Grant Availability

How common are grants in this category?

Common — grants in this category appear regularly across funding sources.

200+ Maryland grants for nonprofits grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.

85 Maryland grants for nonprofits over $25K in average grant size

69 Maryland grants for nonprofits over $50K in average grant size

39 Maryland grants for nonprofits supporting general operating expenses

200+ Maryland grants for nonprofits supporting programs / projects

1,000+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Health Care Access & Delivery

800+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Education - K through 12

Grant Deadline Distribution

Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Maryland grants for Nonprofits?

Most grants are due in the first quarter.

Q1
29.4%
Q2
22.3%
Q3
23.3%
Q4
25.0%

Typical Funding Amounts

What's the typical grant amount funded for Maryland Grants for Nonprofits?

Grants are most commonly $25,000.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What grants are available in Maryland?

Maryland nonprofits are eligible to apply for more than 200+ grants, which have a median funding size of $25,000. These grants provide $20,925,509 in total funding and enable organizations to address local needs, enhance equity, and foster community well-being.

What types of grants are available for nonprofits in Maryland?

Nonprofit grants in Maryland are supported by many different funders, including private organizations, state and local government agencies, and corporations. Federal government agencies, associations, and societies also provide some funding, but here's where you can find the majority of grants in Maryland:

  • Private Organizations: There are 88 grants funded by private organizations that are available to Maryland nonprofits. These grants support a variety of causes, including education, environmental conservation, literacy, and more.
  • State and Local Government: State and local government agencies provide 63 grants for nonprofits that support initiatives related to animal welfare, land and habitat conservation, arts and culture, and more.
  • Corporations: Corporate funders support 29 grants for Maryland nonprofits that address causes such as children's mental health, homelessness, and affordable housing.
    • When applying for grants, be mindful of the funder's requirements and which causes they support to tailor your application accordingly.

When is the best time to apply for grants in Maryland?

Maryland nonprofits interested in funding should be aware that the majority (29.4%) of grant deadlines fall within Q1. Other grant deadlines are dispersed fairly evenly throughout the rest of the year, with 25.0% in Q4, 23.3% in Q3, and 22.3% in Q2.

What is the overall funding landscape in Maryland?

IRS funding data shows that Maryland nonprofits experienced a 6.99% decrease in funding between 2021 and 2022. The most common grant focus areas in Maryland during this time were professional societies, associations, research institutes and/or public policy analysis, and alliance/advocacy organizations. Montgomery County, Baltimore City, and Prince George's County were the top recipients of grant funding across Maryland.

How can Instrumentl help nonprofits find and win more grants in Maryland?

Did you know that Instrumentl's easy-to-use platform provides nonprofits with access to more than 20,000 grant opportunities across over 400,000 funders?

With Instrumentl, your organization can easily identify grant opportunities, manage grant deadlines, and uncover funder insights beyond what you see here in Maryland. See how we compare to other grant management software.