The Mitzvah Fund for Good Deeds offers flexible grants to Baltimore-area nonprofits for projects and operational needs that expand their capacity and community impact.
Funder: Baltimore Community Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (as funds are available)
Funding Amounts: Up to $3,500 per grant; typically one grant per calendar year per organization.
Summary: Provides gap funding for nonprofits serving the Baltimore region, supporting a wide range of immediate needs and projects.
Key Information: Proposals accepted year-round; review can take up to 4 weeks.
The Mitzvah Fund for Good Deeds at the Baltimore Community Foundation offers gap funding to 501(c)(3) nonprofits (or those with a fiscal sponsor) serving the Baltimore region. Grants support a broad range of needs, including unrestricted operational expenses, project-specific activities, and initiatives that enhance an organization's capacity to serve the community. Past awards have funded educational kits, family resource cards, and the creation of diverse libraries in local schools. The fund aims to help organizations address immediate needs and expand their impact in the Baltimore area.