Maryland Nonprofit Capacity Funding via Ausherman
501(c)(3) nonprofits in Maryland, physically located in Frederick County, can apply for Ausherman Family Foundation capacity building grants of US $2,500 - US $25,000 to strengthen leadership, management, and internal systems. Funding may support planning, board development, strategic collaborations, technology upgrades, and operations improvements that enhance programs in areas like youth services, health, housing, arts, and community development.
Ausherman Family Foundation Inc
Maryland Arts Education Funding via Hearst Foundation
Nonprofit cultural institutions in Maryland and across the U.S. can apply for William Randolph Hearst Foundation Culture Grants, with awards of more than US $100,000 for arts and science programming. Eligible 501(c)(3)s with audited expenses over $2 million may receive program, capital, or limited general/endowment support, including arts education and STEAM initiatives for young people.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Health and Aging Grants for Nonprofits from Stulman Foundation
Maryland 501(c)(3) health and human service nonprofits can seek funding to expand mental health care, improve chronic disease prevention and management, and support aging-in-place services. Focused on health, the Leonard and Helen R. Stulman Charitable Foundation invites Maryland organizations, including those with physics-related health innovations, to propose projects that increase access to care and address social determinants of health.
Leonard And Helen R Stulman Charitable Foundation Inc
Maryland Youth Education Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Organizations serving children and youth in education, health, or family economic stability in Maryland and other eligible areas can seek more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation supports social enterprises and nonprofits working with urban low-income communities in the U.S., India, and South Africa.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Nonprofit Capacity-Building Funding from Community Foundation
Small to mid-sized 501(c)(3) public charities in Maryland’s lower Eastern Shore can access free strategic consulting, coaching, and training to strengthen their organizations. Maryland nonprofits, including those with physics-related programs, may be eligible for Mission Possible services, which provide expert support in planning, governance, fundraising, IT, evaluation, and more through the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore.
Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore
La Roche Support for Global Community Programs
Accredited charities running humanitarian, educational, community, environmental, or contemporary arts projects in countries where Roche operates can access funding that supports sustainable development and active corporate engagement. Grants from La Roche help organizations, including those serving Maryland communities through broader science and education initiatives, partner with local Roche affiliates for locally based programs.
La Roche, Inc.
Maryland Youth Pregnancy Prevention Funding via Community Foundation
Applications due Aug 11, 2026
Maryland 501(c)(3) organizations based in and primarily serving Washington County that run youth pregnancy prevention and sexual health education programs can access funding through Community Foundation of Washington County Maryland. Grants of US $600 support programming for youth under 20, with preference for initiatives educating parents and caregivers to help teens avoid unplanned pregnancies and unsafe sexual practices.
Community Foundation of Washington County Maryland
Baltimore Community Foundation Arts Grants in Maryland
Letter of inquiry due Aug 26, 2026
Cultural 501(c)(3) organizations and their fiscal agents in the greater Baltimore area can apply for Baltimore Community Foundation’s William G. Baker, Jr. Memorial Fund, awarding approximately US $10,000 for arts and culture initiatives. Maryland groups may receive support for organizational capacity, innovative programming, artist development, and cultural sector collaboration that enriches metropolitan Baltimore life.
Baltimore Community Foundation
Maryland Community Projects Funding via France-Merrick Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Aug 28, 2026
Maryland 501(c)(3) nonprofits planning one-time, project-based capital or capacity-building work can apply for France-Merrick Foundation grants over More than US $50,000. Funding supports areas like education, environment, health, housing, workforce development, civic assets, and historic preservation, so organizations with physics-related facilities or educational initiatives may be eligible if they fit these priorities.
France-Merrick Foundation
Delaplaine Foundation Community Grants in Maryland
Letter of inquiry due Sep 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) and 509(a) organizations in Maryland can seek funding for cultural arts, education, health, human services, historical preservation, and spiritual enrichment projects. Focused on strengthening communities, Delaplaine Foundation invites Maryland organizations, including those with physics-related educational or community programming, to apply year-round, with a primary emphasis on impactful work in Frederick County.
Delaplaine Foundation
Biomedical Research Funding for Early Investigators from Pew Charitable Trusts
Full proposal due Sep 3, 2026
Early-career assistant professors running independent biomedical research labs at nominated U.S. institutions can apply for Pew Charitable Trusts’ Pew Biomedical Scholars awards, offering US $75,000 - US $300,000 for high-impact human health research. Maryland physics-related researchers whose work is grounded in biomedical principles and human health may be eligible if their institution is on the invited list.
Pew Charitable Trusts
Space Science Fellowships for Researchers from ESA
Applications due Sep 22, 2026
Early-career physicists and planetary scientists interested in space science can apply for approximately €60,000 postdoctoral fellowships to conduct independent research with the European Space Agency at ESAC, ESTEC, or STScI in Maryland. Focused on heliophysics, planetary science, astrophysics, and fundamental physics, these three-year positions may benefit Maryland-based researchers in relevant fields.
European Space Agency (ESA)
Jesse W Couch Foundation Storytelling Grants
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Physics-related 501(c)(3) nonprofits and aligned for-profit organizations in Maryland can seek funding to tell powerful stories about their work and impact. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation’s Storytelling Grant supports organizations working in its preservation, education, or wellness pillars, offering more than US $50,000 to enhance communications and showcase community outcomes.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Penn National Gaming
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maryland communities where Penn National Gaming operates can apply for Penn National Gaming Foundation grants to support local programs. Funding may benefit education, community development, health, human services, cultural initiatives, or veteran and military support, and physics-related outreach or education projects that fit these priorities may be eligible.
Penn National Gaming
Robinson Foundation Grants for Maryland Nonprofits
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maryland serving communities in the Southern region can seek funding for programs in education, health, animal welfare, poverty relief, disaster relief, veterans’ issues, and related areas. Robinson Foundation supports single-year, program-focused projects that demonstrate fiscal responsibility and clear, tangible impact rather than capital or facilities expenses.
Robinson Foundation
Smithsonian Institution Grants for Maryland Research
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Doctoral candidates enrolled at Big Ten Academic Alliance universities can receive up to US $50,000 to conduct Smithsonian-based research in fields like ecology, anthropology, art history, and related sciences. Focused on advanced research, the Smithsonian Institution invites eligible scholars, including those based in Maryland, to pursue 3–12 month fellowships with an additional research allowance.
Smithsonian Institution (SI)
TJX Foundation Grants for Maryland Youth Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations within 15 miles of a TJX location in Maryland can seek funding for basic needs, academic enrichment, workforce readiness, and safety from domestic violence. The TJX Foundation reviews letters of inquiry year-round, inviting selected nonprofits to submit full applications that support vulnerable children and families.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Arts Program Funding from Arts Council
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Arts-focused 501(c)(3) organizations producing public programming in Anne Arundel County can receive up to US $2,500 for innovative, well-defined projects that reach new or underserved audiences. The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County offers matching mini grants, which may interest Maryland groups whose work in physics also incorporates arts, culture, or science outreach.
Arts Council Of Anne Arundel County Inc
Philip L. Graham Fund Community Grants in Maryland
Letter of inquiry due Dec 1, 2026
Maryland 501(c)(3) public charities serving local residents with education, health, human services, arts, or community programs can apply for Philip L. Graham Fund grants of US $30,000 - US $75,000. Funding typically supports one-time capital, equipment, or infrastructure needs, with occasional support for program or general operating expenses in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.
Philip L. Graham Fund
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Campus Greening Funding from Arbor Day Foundation
Applications due Dec 31, 2026
Colleges and universities in Maryland seeking support for campus greening and tree care programs can apply for recognition through the Tree Campus Higher Education Program, which emphasizes community forestry and sustainable campus landscapes. The National Arbor Day Foundation supports institutions that meet five standards, including a tree advisory committee, care plan, dedicated expenditures, Arbor Day observance, and a service-learning project.
National Arbor Day Foundation
Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund Support for Maryland Cell Manufacturing
Applications due Jan 12, 2027
Maryland biotechnology and stem cell companies needing GMP cell therapy manufacturing capacity in Maryland can access funding through the Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund. Awards up to US $1,000,000 support building or acquiring modular facilities, clean rooms, and related platforms, with a 1:1 non-state match required and all funded work conducted in Maryland.
Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund
National Multiple Sclerosis Society Support for Maryland Psychology
Applications due Jan 21, 2027
Psychology graduate students interested in multiple sclerosis clinical care can receive US $3,000 for a four-week, full-time mentorship focused on neurocognitive, mood, and psychosocial issues at Maryland and other partner sites. National Multiple Sclerosis Society provides U.S. psychology students with intensive observation of MS assessment, management, rehabilitation, and related research, which may benefit those in Maryland exploring neuroscience or health-related fields.
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
STEM Scholarships for Students from Community Foundation
Applications due Apr 13, 2027
High school seniors in Howard County, Maryland planning to study mathematics, physical sciences, or engineering at a four-year college can receive $1,000 Tropf Family Scholarships. The Community Foundation of Howard County offers four awards, one each to eligible students at Atholton, Wilde Lake, Long Reach, and Oakland Mills High Schools, which may benefit future physics majors.
Community Foundation of Howard County
Arts Council Grants for Maryland Community Arts
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit arts organizations providing public arts programming in Anne Arundel County can receive up to US $2,500 in general operating support through this program. Grants from Arts Council of Anne Arundel County help Maryland arts groups broaden access to community arts, increase local programming, and promote countywide awareness of arts opportunities.
Arts Council Of Anne Arundel County Inc
Community Foundation Children’s Health Grants in Maryland
Applications due Apr 21, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing direct services to children and families in Anne Arundel County can access funding through the Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County. Grants of US $25,000 - US $50,000 support programs prioritizing children’s and families’ physical, mental, and behavioral health, including preventive care, mental health services, nutrition, and family support, within Maryland.
Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County
Education and Health Funding from Gladys Brooks Foundation
Applications due May 31, 2027
Maryland 501(c)(3) libraries, educational institutions, hospitals, and clinics seeking capital projects, endowments, or major equipment may be eligible for US $50,000 - US $150,000 in support. With a mission to advance intellectual, moral, and physical welfare, the Gladys Brooks Foundation provides funding that could strengthen physics-related facilities, resources, or programs within these institutions.
The Gladys Brooks Foundation
National Trust Support for Maryland Preservation
Applications due Jun 1, 2027
Public agencies and 501(c)(3) or other nonprofit organizations preserving historic sites on Maryland’s Eastern Shore can apply for $5,000 - $25,000 to acquire, maintain, and restore significant landmarks. With a mission to advance historic preservation, National Trust for Historic Preservation provides matching grants for land or building acquisition, bricks-and-mortar work, easements, technical assistance, and related educational programming.
National Trust for Historic Preservation