Strategic Grants
Strategic Grants fund evidence-based projects addressing urgent needs in Frederick County, including families, aging, substance use, housing, mental health, and reducing service disparities.
Funder: Community Foundation of Frederick County
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (application open) | September 2026 (application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Minimum request $1,000; no maximum; multiple applications permitted; grant period typically 16 months.
Summary: Supports high-impact projects addressing Frederick County’s most urgent community needs, including families, aging, substance use, housing, and mental health.
Description
The Community Foundation of Frederick County's Strategic Grants program funds nonprofit and community initiatives that address the most pressing and documented needs in Frederick County, Maryland. Priorities are based on the Frederick County Human Needs Assessment, with current focus areas including supporting families with children (especially those below the ALICE threshold), preparing for a growing aging population, responding to substance use disorder (SUD), improving access to affordable housing, addressing mental health needs, and reducing disparities in service delivery. Projects should demonstrate clear outcomes, evidence of need, and measurable impact on the community.
