Eddie C. and C. Sylvia Brown Family Foundation
The Eddie C. and C. Sylvia Brown Family Foundation grant funds impactful arts, education, and health projects in Baltimore, with a focus on HIV/AIDS, cancer, and community-driven school and neighborhood improvements.
Funder: Baltimore Community Foundation
Due Dates: September 23, 2026
Funding Amounts: Typical awards $1,000–$20,000; most grants around $20,000; smaller projects $1,000–$5,000; multi-year funding possible.
Summary: Supports Baltimore nonprofits addressing critical needs in arts, education, and health (with emphasis on HIV/AIDS and cancer), as well as neighborhood and school improvement.
Key Information: Applicants must serve Baltimore City/County and be 501(c)(3) organizations or have a qualified fiscal sponsor.
Description
This grant program, administered by the Baltimore Community Foundation (BCF) through the Eddie C. and C. Sylvia Brown Family Foundation, funds nonprofit organizations working to address urgent needs in Baltimore City and Baltimore County. The program is especially focused on impactful projects in the arts, education, and health—with a strong emphasis on HIV/AIDS and cancer initiatives—as well as efforts to strengthen schools and neighborhoods. The foundation prioritizes community-led, collaborative proposals that demonstrate measurable improvements in quality of life, school climate, student well-being, and neighborhood vibrancy.
