Community Well-Being Grants for Nonprofits from Straus Foundation
Nonprofit organizations in Maryland’s Baltimore metropolitan region can seek funding for community well-being, including health access, immigrant services, youth enrichment, and social innovation projects. Focused on Baltimore, the Aaron Straus and Lillie Straus Foundation supports initiatives that address entrenched inequities and may benefit sustainability-focused programs that strengthen local communities and systems.
Aaron Straus and Lillie Straus Foundation
Appalachian Regional Commission Grants for Maryland Infrastructure
Maryland public agencies, local governments, nonprofits, tribes, and higher education institutions in eligible Appalachian counties can seek funding for critical infrastructure and workforce or business development projects. Maryland sustainability organizations can access funding through Appalachian Regional Commission to improve water and wastewater systems, transportation, broadband, and other public infrastructure that supports long-term regional economic and community resilience.
Appalachian Regional Commission
Maryland Sustainability Funding via Baltimore Gas
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Central Maryland working on environmental conservation, energy efficiency, climate resilience, or related community programs can apply for corporate giving support; awards fund measurable, sustainable community improvements. With a mission to strengthen local vitality, Baltimore Gas and Electric provides Maryland sustainability initiatives with funding across workforce development, environmental stewardship, and equal access to arts and culture.
Baltimore Gas and Electric Company
Comis Foundation Youth Education Grants in Maryland
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations improving educational outcomes for children and youth, including whole-child and community-focused programs, can seek US $5,000 - US $75,000 for pilot projects or capacity building from the Comis Foundation. Maryland sustainability-focused organizations that also deliver youth education or support services may be eligible if they have national scope and reach.
The Comis Foundation
Sustainability Project Grants for Nonprofits from Green Mountain Energy
Nonprofit organizations running environmental sustainability projects in Maryland can apply for funding to support renewable energy, energy efficiency, conservation, and related initiatives. Focused on sustainability, Green Mountain Energy invites eligible 501(c)(3), (4), (6), or (19) nonprofits in its Maryland service areas to request US $50,000 - US $400,000 for impactful community projects.
Green Mountain Energy
Marriott Foundation Grants for Maryland Education
Applications due Aug 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing early childhood education or workforce readiness services in Maryland can seek US $5,000 - US $10,000 in general operating support. Richard E. and Nancy P. Marriott Foundation supports programs uplifting vulnerable youth and adults, which may include community initiatives with sustainability or environmental conservation components.
Richard E. and Nancy P. Marriott Foundation
Baltimore Community Foundation Arts Grants in Maryland
Letter of inquiry due Aug 26, 2026
Cultural 501(c)(3) organizations and their fiscal agents serving the greater Baltimore area can apply for Baltimore Community Foundation’s William G. Baker, Jr. Memorial Fund, with awards of approximately US $10,000 for arts and culture. Funding supports organizational effectiveness, innovative programming, professional development, and collaborations that strengthen metropolitan Baltimore’s cultural ecosystem.
Baltimore Community Foundation
Maryland Sustainability Funding via France-Merrick Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Aug 28, 2026
Maryland 501(c)(3) nonprofits planning one-time, project-based work such as environmental conservation, habitat restoration, or sustainable infrastructure can apply for France-Merrick Foundation grants over More than US $50,000. Capital and capacity-building projects that strengthen long-term organizational impact, especially in the Greater Baltimore area, may be eligible for this sustainability-focused funding.
France-Merrick Foundation
Corinne R & Henry Bower Wellness Grants in Maryland
Full proposal due Sep 1, 2026
Nonprofit organizations providing year-round wellness, education, or visual arts programming in Maryland and other eligible regions can apply for approximately US $8,300 to support established, direct-service programs. Corinne R & Henry Bower Memorial favors projects with measurable outcomes, strong financial accountability, and broad impact, which may include initiatives serving sustainability or environmental conservation goals.
Corinne R & Henry Bower Memorial
US $100,000 - US $302,511
Violent Crime Prevention Grants for Agencies via Governor’s Office
Applications due Sep 13, 2026
Law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, community groups, and related partners in Maryland can seek Project Safe Neighborhoods funding to develop and implement anti-gang and violent crime reduction strategies. Focused on community public safety, this Maryland Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services program offers US $100,000 - US $302,511 for comprehensive, partnership-based initiatives that create safer neighborhoods.
Maryland Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services
Native Education Funding from Moore Fund
Applications due Sep 15, 2026
Nonprofit organizations providing K–12 education for Native American children living on reservations can seek project support that improves educational access and outcomes, including year-round programming. The Ruth Danley and William Enoch Moore Fund supports charitable and educational initiatives across select regions, including Maryland, which may benefit sustainability-focused programs serving underserved Native communities.
The Ruth Danley And William Enoch Moore Fund
Sustainability and Community Grants from Abell Foundation
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3)/509(a) organizations, government agencies, and fiscally sponsored projects serving Baltimore City in Maryland can apply for the Abell Foundation’s community development grants of more than US $10,000 to support environmental and sustainability initiatives. Funding may cover seed projects, ongoing programs, capital needs, research, and related efforts improving environmental quality and justice.
The Abell Foundation Inc.
Lockhart Vaughan Foundation Environment Grants in Maryland
Full proposal due Oct 20, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Baltimore, Maryland can seek funding for environmental conservation, education, and community development initiatives that benefit local residents and neighborhoods. Grants from Lockhart Vaughan Foundation help Maryland sustainability-focused groups support greening projects, improve the Chesapeake Bay and its watersheds, and contribute to a greener, more vibrant city through strategic programs and partnerships.
Lockhart Vaughan Foundation Inc
Environmental and Community Grants for Nonprofits from Lockhart Vaughan Foundation
Full proposal due Oct 20, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Baltimore working on education, environment, or community development can apply for program support, including early childhood literacy, K–12 enrichment, greening projects, and neighborhood revitalization. Grants from Lockhart Vaughan Foundation help Maryland sustainability-focused groups advance greener communities, healthier watersheds, and vibrant local neighborhoods through strategic, long-term initiatives.
Lockhart Vaughan Foundation Inc
Maryland Sustainability Funding via Joseph Robert Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 30, 2026
Maryland environmental and sustainability nonprofits can seek grants for conservation, climate, pollution, and natural resource projects, including educational and community-based initiatives. Focused on environmental conservation, Joseph Robert Foundation invites 501(c)(3) organizations in the mid-Atlantic to apply for up to US $10,000 in program, project, research, training, education, or general operating support.
Joseph Robert Foundation
Environmental and Community Funding from Cafritz Foundation
Applications due Nov 2, 2026
501(c)(3) public charities serving residents of Montgomery or Prince George’s Counties in Maryland can apply for Morris & Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation grants of US $10,000 - US $250,000 to support community services, education, health, and environmental programs. Sustainability and conservation initiatives that benefit vulnerable or underserved DC-area residents may be competitive.
Morris & Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation
Land Conservation Funding from Maryland Environmental Trust
Applications due Nov 15, 2026
Maryland land trusts seeking support for land and habitat conservation, stewardship, and organizational capacity can apply for the Janice Hollmann Grant, with awards up to US $10,000. Focused on building sustainable land trusts, Maryland Environmental Trust funds strategic conservation, enhanced easement stewardship, and land trust strengthening projects across the state.
Maryland Environmental Trust
Maryland Nonprofit Resiliency Funding via United Way
Applications due Dec 15, 2026
Maryland 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting basic needs can access funding through United Way of Central Maryland to sustain or expand critical services. Grants of US $2,500 - US $25,000 help organizations in Central Maryland facing funding gaps, rising community needs, or pursuing collaborations and mergers; sustainability-focused groups may be eligible if they address basic human needs.
United Way of Central Maryland
Maryland State Arts Council Support for Arts
Applications due Dec 31, 2026
Maryland arts organizations seeking general operating support can use this program to fund season- or year-long arts activities and programming. Maryland nonprofits and small arts groups can access funding through Maryland State Arts Council’s Creativity Grants for General Operating Support, which offer up to US $4,000 on a rolling, monthly-reviewed basis until annual funds are depleted.
Maryland State Arts Council
Collaborative Community Programs Funding from Community Foundation
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations based in and primarily serving Washington County, Maryland can access funding for collaborative, community-focused programs that address urgent local needs. Maryland nonprofits forming partnerships of at least two organizations may be eligible for the Community Foundation of Washington County Maryland’s Responsive Grants, supporting innovative, high-impact, and sustainable initiatives across areas like youth, families, seniors, education, and community well-being.
Community Foundation of Washington County Maryland
Sustainable Farming Community Funding from Northeast SARE
Pre proposal due Feb 2, 2027
Nonprofits, farmers, researchers, and community partners improving sustainable agriculture and food systems in Maryland and the broader Northeast can apply for Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education’s Farming Community Grant, offering US $50,000 - US $250,000 for social science research and education projects. Funding supports community-based, farmer-informed solutions in areas like marketing, production, climate, and economic and social sustainability.
Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education
Baltimore Children and Youth Fund Support
Applications due Feb 14, 2027
Baltimore City-based 501(c)(3) organizations with budgets under $350,000 that run youth programs can receive multi-year funding and capacity-building support to strengthen services for children and young adults. Focused on youth development, Baltimore Children and Youth Fund offers up to US $250,000 over five years to groups serving residents ages 24 and under in Maryland.
Baltimore Children And Youth Fund Inc
Green Infrastructure Grants for Municipalities via Chesapeake Bay Trust
Applications due Mar 13, 2027
Maryland local governments and community-focused organizations planning green streets, green infrastructure, or urban tree canopy projects can access funding through Chesapeake Bay Trust’s G3 program. Grants up to US $175,000 support conceptual planning, engineered designs, construction, community greening, and related white papers to reduce stormwater runoff, expand green space, and improve local water quality and livability.
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Maryland Arts Project Funding via Maryland State Arts Council
Applications due Mar 31, 2027
Maryland artists and small arts organizations can receive US $1,000 - US $4,000 to support specific arts projects, events, or programs through the Creativity Grants for Projects. Maryland State Arts Council provides Maryland creative and community-focused initiatives with project-based or limited operational support, which may benefit arts efforts that intersect with environmental conservation or sustainability themes.
Maryland State Arts Council
Community Foundation Children’s Health Grants in Maryland
Applications due Apr 21, 2027
Maryland 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving children and families in Anne Arundel County can receive US $25,000 - US $50,000 for programs that prioritize children’s physical, mental, and behavioral health. Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County supports initiatives like preventive screenings, social-emotional development, suicide prevention, nutrition, and summer or school-based programs that address community needs sustainably.
Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County
Rural Health Access Grants for Maryland Organizations
Letter of inquiry due May 16, 2027
Regional or statewide public and nonprofit organizations in Maryland can apply for Rural Maryland Council’s Rural Health Care Grant to support rural health access, delivery, and workforce projects. Funding can back telehealth, nonemergency medical transportation, behavioral health, chronic disease prevention, maternal and child health, and related planning or implementation that may benefit sustainability-focused initiatives in rural communities.
Rural Maryland Council
Rural Maryland Council Support for Infrastructure
Letter of inquiry due May 17, 2027
Public and nonprofit organizations improving rural infrastructure in Maryland can access funding for broadband, water, wastewater, transportation, workforce housing, and commercial or industrial facilities. Rural Maryland Council provides matching grants for multi-jurisdictional projects, which may also include GIS utility upgrades and renewable energy facilities such as biomass, solar, or wind to advance sustainable community development.
Rural Maryland Council