Communities Innovation and Equity Grant Funding Support in Maryland (USA)
GrantID: 75155
Grant Funding Amount Low: Open
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: Open
Summary
This grant opportunity is available to nonprofit organizations operating within a defined city region, with a special focus on programs that benefit underserved populations and promote long-term community impact. The opportunity is intended to help fund both new and ongoing initiatives aligned with key focus areas such as education, community development, health, arts, justice reform, and workforce advancement.
Recipients may use awarded funds for programmatic purposes, capital expenses tied directly to program operations, general operating support, or advocacy efforts—so long as those activities strongly align with the grant’s priorities. The funds are not intended for individual scholarships, personal travel, or projects outside the defined geographic region.
Eligible organizations are typically tax-exempt nonprofits or fiscally sponsored projects that serve the target city or its residents. Small businesses or individual entrepreneurs generally are not eligible, unless their work expressly connects to nonprofit programming under sponsorship. Priority is often given to proposals that demonstrate deep community engagement, measurable outcomes, and alignment with equity or systemic change goals.
rant amounts vary depending on the size and type of project. Smaller proposals may receive grants in the low tens of thousands, while larger or multi-year initiatives may qualify for more substantial awards. The foundation considers the scale of the applicant’s operations, the strength of its financial practices, and the impact of the proposed work in determining award levels.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling or cyclical basis, depending on the size of the request. Smaller grant requests may be accepted throughout the year, whereas larger grants are considered in regular review periods tied to board meetings. Successful applicants are notified shortly after decision dates and receive funding in phases or as lump sums per project timelines.
Overall, this grant presents an appealing opportunity for nonprofits rooted in a metropolitan area to secure funding for impactful community projects, strengthen institutional capacity, and pursue goals aligned with progressive change and equity. If your organization works inside the geographic region and within the priority areas, this grant might be a good fit.
Those working in Health & Medical and located in Maryland may meet the eligibility criteria for this grant. To browse other funding opportunities suited to your focus areas, visit The Grant Portal and try the Search Grant tool.
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