Maryland Nonprofit Capacity Funding via Ausherman
501(c)(3) nonprofits in Frederick County, Maryland can apply for Ausherman Family Foundation’s capacity building grants, awarding US $2,500 - US $25,000 for planning, leadership development, technology, and internal operations. Organizations working in areas like media arts, communications, or news media and journalism-related programming may be eligible if they meet the foundation’s focus and location criteria.
Ausherman Family Foundation Inc
Maryland Community Programs Funding via Costco Foundation
Costco Foundation provides Maryland 501(c)(3) nonprofits focused on children, education, and health and human services with monetary support for community programs. Organizations with journalism initiatives that advance these priorities in local communities may be eligible. Applications are reviewed in 4–6 weeks, with decisions based on need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and diversified funding.
Costco Foundation
Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services programs, including those in Maryland, can seek support for new approaches to social problems. Creag Foundation supports creative solutions across areas like health, community development, literacy, and public safety. Funding is by invitation only, but eligible groups may submit a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation
Social Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage independent nonprofits and impact-first, mission-driven for-profits in Maryland tackling urgent social or environmental problems can access funding and support from the Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation. Focused on scalable, systems-level solutions for underserved communities, this opportunity may benefit journalism organizations whose innovative models can grow to reach at least 10,000 people and demonstrate measurable impact.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Technology Programs
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment in Maryland and worldwide can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help tech-enabled programs serving mostly economically underserved communities, including initiatives in digital skills, workforce readiness, and green jobs, that pilot innovative early-stage solutions.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Maryland Arts and Culture Funding via Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million can apply for William Randolph Hearst Foundation’s Culture Grant to support arts and science programming, capital needs, or limited general support. Maryland organizations offering museums, performing arts, arts education, or STEAM programs that reach large audiences and youth may be competitive; awards are typically more than US $100,000.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Maryland Youth Education Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, governments, and other eligible organizations working on education or youth-focused programs in Maryland can seek project or scaling support of more than US $50,000, as part of the foundation’s U.S. portfolio. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation supports initiatives benefiting urban low-income children, which may include journalism-related education efforts.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
La Roche Support for Global Community Programs
Accredited charities running humanitarian, educational, community, environmental, or contemporary arts projects in countries where Roche operates can seek philanthropic support, including in Maryland via its U.S. affiliate. Grants from La Roche help organizations whose local programs promote sustainable development and can actively involve Roche expertise, logistics, and employees in cultural, educational, or social activities.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Health Grants in Maryland
Maryland nonprofits and community organizations focused on health, education, or humanitarian services can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation to support marginalized and vulnerable populations. Programs addressing healthcare access, women and children’s health, disabilities, literacy, or disaster relief may be eligible, alongside broader human and social services work in the U.S. and internationally.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Journalism
Journalism and media nonprofits in Maryland seeking support for charitable, educational, scientific, or medical-related work can apply for funding used within the U.S. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help 501(c)(3) organizations with programs that are well-managed, broadly serve their target populations, and materially contribute to the general welfare.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maryland working on community development, basic needs, workforce education, arts, environment, or inclusion can seek sponsorship support for programs and events. Bank of America Foundation supports initiatives that preserve neighborhoods, address hunger and shelter, and strengthen the economic, social, and cultural life of communities, which may include journalism-related projects.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Humanitarian and Social Services Grants from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations addressing poverty, disability, social exclusion, or disaster relief can apply for Gupta Family Foundation’s US $5,000 - US $250,000 grants to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant. Grants from Gupta Family Foundation help Maryland journalism organizations that also provide such human and social services, and meet its revenue, location, and non-sectarian criteria, access significant program support.
Gupta Family Foundation
Community Program Funding for Nonprofits from Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maryland and beyond seeking support for children, education, animals, environment, humanitarian aid, or arts and culture programs can apply for grants from the Hansen Family Foundation. With a mission to advance life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, it provides US $1,000 - US $10,000 to smaller organizations worldwide.
Hansen Family Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Storytelling Grants
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits can receive storytelling support to showcase impactful work in preservation, education, or wellness, including wildlife conservation, from the Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation. Maryland journalism and media nonprofits whose projects advance these pillars may be eligible if they focus on documenting community impact or conservation stories.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Grants for Maryland Nonprofits
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Maryland 501(c)(3) organizations active for over three years can seek funding for programs such as education, children and families, poverty relief, medical assistance, disaster relief, veterans’ issues, and related services. The Robinson Foundation supports single-year, Southern U.S.–serving projects with tangible, meaningful impact; facilities and capital projects are not funded.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Grants for Maryland Community Services
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Maryland 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations seeking support for community services, including those with journalism or media-related programming, may be eligible for grants or event sponsorships. Insperity supports charities that are clients, engage its employees, or serve communities where employees live and work, offering financial help for key service and fundraising goals.
Insperity
Maryland Community Services Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Diverse 501(c)(3) charitable organizations in Maryland can seek funding for community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding projects through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. This national funder supports nonprofits that respect people, life, and the environment, which may include journalism initiatives connected to community or environmental issues.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and local government entities in Maryland communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities can seek funding for education, entrepreneurship, community enrichment, and environmental initiatives. Focused on strengthening Georgia-Pacific communities, Georgia-Pacific Foundation invites eligible groups to propose projects that enhance long-term well-being and sustainability and may include journalism-related community programming.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Maryland Youth Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maryland located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can seek funding for basic needs, at-risk youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and safety from domestic violence. The TJX Foundation supports programs that help vulnerable families and children build better futures, which may include youth media or journalism-related initiatives.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Environmental and Human Services Grants from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries seeking support for environmental or human services work in Maryland can apply for Lawrence Foundation’s unrestricted program or operating grants, typically ranging from US $5,000 - US $10,000. Grants from Lawrence Foundation help Maryland journalism organizations that also work in these areas cover project or general operating needs within its stated priorities.
Lawrence Foundation
Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits, including those in Maryland, can seek funding for community programs, education, arts, health facilities, environmental and wildlife efforts, and services for youth, seniors, and people with disabilities. The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation offers US $1,000 - US $20,000, which may benefit organizations with journalism-related outreach or education components.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Philip L. Graham Fund Community Grants in Maryland
Letter of inquiry due Dec 1, 2026
Maryland 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving residents of Charles, Montgomery, or Prince George's counties can seek US $30,000 - US $75,000 for one-time capital, equipment, or other project needs in health, education, arts, or community endeavors. With a mission to strengthen the Washington, D.C., metro area, Philip L. Graham Fund provides flexible support that may benefit journalism-related community organizations.
Philip L. Graham Fund
Maryland Community Programs Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Maryland 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for education, social services, health care, civic, cultural, or environmental programs can access funding via Dr Scholl Foundation, with typical awards of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Journalism or media organizations structured as eligible charities may apply for one year of project-focused support during the annual October–March cycle.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations improving economic stability, health, workforce readiness, or disaster relief in Maryland communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates may be eligible for project, operating, or capital support. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports programs serving underserved individuals and families, including hunger, homelessness, literacy, early childhood development, mental health, and related social services.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Maryland Youth and Community Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maryland working on youth education, food insecurity, housing support, or environmental stewardship can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000 for community programs. Journalism organizations with qualifying youth or community-focused initiatives may be eligible.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Foundation Grants for Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Maryland with strong, replicable community partnerships addressing significant social issues can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award. This U.S.-wide competition honors collaborations among public, private, and social sector partners, recognizing journalism or other initiatives that measurably improve communities and model innovative, scalable approaches.
Mutual Of America Foundation