Maintenance Small Grants Program
Funds small-scale maintenance like invasive species removal and native plant replacement for previously grant-funded watershed restoration projects in Maryland to sustain ecological and community benefits.
Funder: Chesapeake Bay Trust
Due Dates: Rolling (until funds are expended for the fiscal year)
Funding Amounts: Up to $500 per project; $18,150 total available for FY27; projects must be completed within 12 months of award.
Summary: Supports small-scale maintenance (invasive species removal, native plant replacement) for previously grant-funded watershed restoration projects in Maryland.
Key Information: Requests accepted until funds run out; only two applications per organization per year.
Description
The Maintenance Small Grants Program, offered by the Chesapeake Bay Trust, is designed to ensure the continued effectiveness and community value of watershed restoration projects in Maryland. The program provides small-scale funding for maintenance activities such as invasive species removal and native plant replacements on sites that have previously received grant funding for restoration practices (e.g., tree planting, rain gardens, bioswales, pollinator habitats, conservation landscaping, and stream buffers). The goal is to maintain the ecological and aesthetic value of these projects, supporting long-term water quality, habitat, and public engagement benefits.
