[Community Foundation of Washington County MD](https://www.cfwcmd.org)

January 2027 (Mary K. Bowman Fine Arts Fund, projected)

Typical awards support charitable and educational projects; specific amounts vary by year and project.

Supports initiatives that preserve historical and cultural properties and promote fine arts and history in Washington County, MD.

--- ## Description The Mary K. Bowman Fine Arts Fund, administered by the Community Foundation of Washington County MD, provides financial support for charitable and educational initiatives focused on the preservation and maintenance of historical and cultural properties in Washington County, Maryland. The fund also aims to promote the fine arts, history, and historic preservation, encouraging public interest and study in these areas. Grants are typically awarded to projects and organizations that contribute to the cultural, historical, and artistic enrichment of the local community. --- ## Due Dates - January 2027 (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Award amounts vary based on available funding and the scope of the proposed project. - Grants typically support a range of charitable and educational initiatives, with funding levels determined annually. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be nonprofit organizations or entities with charitable or educational initiatives. - Projects must serve Washington County, Maryland, with a focus on: - Preserving and maintaining historical and cultural properties - Promoting the fine arts, history, or historic preservation - Organizations must demonstrate capacity to complete the proposed project and align with the fund's mission. --- ## Application Process - Application forms and detailed instructions will be available on the [foundation's funding opportunities calendar](https://www.cfwcmd.org/funding-opportunities-calendar) as the deadline approaches. - Applicants should prepare a clear project description, budget, and documentation of nonprofit status. - It is recommended to check the program page regularly for updates regarding application opening and deadline confirmation. - For questions or assistance, applicants are encouraged to [contact the foundation](https://www.cfwcmd.org/contact). --- ## Additional Information - The fund is one of the Community Foundation’s largest grant-making programs dedicated specifically to fine arts and historical preservation. - Signing up for email updates on the foundation’s website is recommended to receive notifications about application periods and program changes. - The foundation supports a wide range of community initiatives, so competition for funding may be significant. --- ## External Links - [Mary K. Bowman Fine Arts Fund Information](https://www.cfwcmd.org/mary-k-bowman-fine-arts-fund) - [Funding Opportunities Calendar](https://www.cfwcmd.org/funding-opportunities-calendar) - [Community Foundation of Washington County MD Homepage](https://www.cfwcmd.org) - [Contact the Foundation](https://www.cfwcmd.org/contact) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |---------|-----------------------------------------------------------------| | Address | 19638 Leitersburg Pike, Suite 203, Hagerstown, MD 21742 | | Phone | (301) 745-5210 | | Email | [cfwc@cfwcmd.org](mailto:cfwc@cfwcmd.org) | | Contact Page | [https://www.cfwcmd.org/contact](https://www.cfwcmd.org/contact) |

Mary K. Bowman Fine Arts Fund

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