Grants for Greater Baltimore
Supports nonprofit-led projects that improve education, student well-being, and neighborhood vitality in Baltimore through community-driven, collaborative initiatives with measurable outcomes.
Funder: Baltimore Community Foundation
Due Dates: December 12, 2025 | April 8, 2026 | August 3, 2026 | September 23, 2026
Funding Amounts: Typical awards $20,000; smaller projects $1,000–$5,000; multi-year funding possible.
Summary: Supports nonprofits and collaborative projects that strengthen schools and neighborhoods in Baltimore City and County.
Key Information: Proposals must demonstrate community partnership and measurable outcomes; schools grants require a letter of support from partner schools.
Description
The Baltimore Community Foundation’s Stronger Schools / Stronger Neighborhoods grants support nonprofit organizations and collaborative projects that aim to create positive, sustainable change in Baltimore City and County. Funding is directed toward initiatives that improve educational readiness, student well-being, school climate, and neighborhood vibrancy, safety, and sustainability. The program emphasizes community-driven and resident-led solutions, requiring proposals to be developed in partnership with relevant local stakeholders—school leaders for education projects, and residents or neighborhood organizations for community projects. Success is measured through clearly defined, tracked outcomes.
