Stronger Schools & Stronger Neighborhoods Grants
The Stronger Schools & Stronger Neighborhoods Grants from the Baltimore Community Foundation fund evidence-based projects that improve education, mental health, and neighborhood vitality in Baltimore.
Funder: Baltimore Community Foundation
Due Dates: August 3, 2026 | September 23, 2026
Funding Amounts: Typical award: $20,000; range: $1,000–$28,826+; multi-year grants possible
Summary: Supports projects that strengthen schools and neighborhoods in Baltimore City and County, focusing on educational readiness, mental health, school culture, and community vitality.
Description
The Stronger Schools & Stronger Neighborhoods Grants, offered by the Baltimore Community Foundation (BCF), fund local nonprofits and collaborative initiatives dedicated to improving the quality of life for children and residents throughout Baltimore City and Baltimore County. Grants prioritize efforts that enhance school readiness, student mental health, school climate and culture, and neighborhood vitality. The program aims to foster safer, greener, and more supportive environments for sustainable, positive change in the region.
Projects may include early childhood education, mental health initiatives, positive school climate interventions, family engagement, and community-driven neighborhood improvements. Proposals should demonstrate measurable impact, collaboration with relevant stakeholders (such as school leaders or neighborhood groups), and a plan for data-driven evaluation of outcomes.
