Stronger Neighborhoods Grants
Stronger Neighborhoods Grants fund collaborative, data-driven projects that make Baltimore neighborhoods safer, cleaner, greener, and more vibrant through measurable community impact.
Funder: Baltimore Community Foundation
Due Dates: December 12, 2025 | April 8, 2026 | August 3, 2026 | September 23, 2026
Funding Amounts: Typical award: $20,000; small projects: $1,000–$5,000; multi-year funding possible.
Summary: Supports community-led projects that make Baltimore neighborhoods safer, cleaner, greener, and more vibrant.
Key Information: Only nonprofits or fiscally sponsored projects benefiting Baltimore City/County are eligible; collaboration and resident support are required.
Description
Stronger Neighborhoods Grants, offered by the Baltimore Community Foundation (BCF), fund programs and projects that empower Baltimore City and Baltimore County neighborhoods to become safer, cleaner, greener, and more vibrant. The grants are designed to support community-led and collaboratively developed initiatives that address local challenges and opportunities, with an emphasis on measurable impact and outcomes. Funding is available for a wide range of activities, from public safety improvements to environmental enhancements and community-building projects. Proposals must demonstrate strong resident involvement and community-wide support, with clear plans for tracking both quantitative and qualitative results.
