Strategic Grants
Strategic Grants fund evidence-based projects improving family support, aging, substance use, housing, and mental health in Frederick County, MD, based on local needs assessment.
Funder: Community Foundation of Frederick County
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (Strategic Grants full application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Minimum request: $1,000; no maximum specified; award size varies by project; single-year funding only.
Summary: Supports high-impact projects addressing Frederick County’s greatest needs (families, aging, substance use, housing, mental health) as identified by the Human Needs Assessment Report.
Key Information: Applications must directly benefit Frederick County, MD residents; multiple applications per organization are permitted.
Description
The Community Foundation of Frederick County's Strategic Grants program funds projects and initiatives that address the most pressing needs in Frederick County, Maryland. These needs are identified through the Frederick County Human Needs Assessment Report, with current focus areas including support for families with children, aging populations, substance use disorder (SUD), affordable housing, mental health, and reducing disparities in service delivery. The program seeks high-impact, evidence-based projects that contribute to building a stronger, healthier, and more vibrant community for both present and future generations.
