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Please see the list of opportunities for those of you seeking  funding.

The Abell Foundation: Small Grants Program The Abell Foundation awards grants to nonprofit community partners working to improve the quality of life in Baltimore. We provide seed funding for innovative pilots, support for ongoing community programs and services, and funding for capital projects. The small grants program includes all requests of $10,000 or less. Applications are currently open on a rolling basis.

Click here for more information (https://abell.org/grants/small-grants-process/) .

Ausherman Family Foundation: General Grants Ausherman Family Foundation is pleased to provide grants to organizations that serve Frederick County and are recognized as 501(c)(3) organizations or are fiscally sponsored by 501(c)(3)s. General Grants are awarded to fund costs for a variety of grantee activities. They can help with operating costs of an organization, and/or developing, implementing, and/or maintaining a project or program. Applications are currently open on a rolling basis.

Click here for more information (https://www.aushermanfamilyfou...ants/general-grants/) .

Baltimore Community Foundation: William G. Baker Jr. Memorial Fund Grants The William G. Baker, Jr. Memorial Fund of the Baltimore Community Foundation (https://www.bcf.org/)  believes that arts and culture play a central role in the development and growth of healthy individuals and thriving communities and commits its resources to promote and sustain a vibrant arts and culture sector in the metropolitan Baltimore area. The program awards grants ranging from $1,500 and $45,000 to cultural organizations in support of organizational effectiveness initiatives, efforts to promote local artists and their work, and initiatives to provide cultural experiences that welcome people of all backgrounds, enhance the lives of metro Baltimore residents, and strengthen the region’s sense of cohesion and identity. The next deadline to apply is Friday, July 14, 2023.

Click here for more information. (https://bcf.org/for-grantseeke...er-jr-memorial-fund/)

Baltimore Community Foundation: Mitzvah Fund for Good Deeds The Mitzvah Fund for Good Deeds was established in 2012 for the purpose of providing gap funding for non-profits in the Baltimore community. The purpose to which Mitzvah Fund monies may be applied are broadly defined. Proposals may include funding for unrestricted needs, transportation, staffing, etc. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Click here for more information (https://bcf.org/for-grantseeke...fund-for-good-deeds/) .

Baltimore Community Foundation: Stronger Schools & Neighborhoods Grant The Baltimore Community Foundation welcomes applications from organizations across Baltimore City and Baltimore County that are strengthening schools and building neighborhoods where children and families can thrive.The Baltimore Community Foundation recently adopted a new strategic plan to guide our work from 2023 – 2025. Under it, the strategic discretionary grantmaking remains centered on schools and neighborhoods, but will no longer focus on targeted geographic communities. Instead, BCF welcomes applications from organizations across Baltimore City and Baltimore County that are strengthening schools and building neighborhoods where children and families can thrive. The next deadline to apply is Tuesday, August 8, 2023.

Click here for more information (https://bcf.org/for-grantseeke...s/apply-for-a-grant/) .

The Campbell Foundation: General Grants

Established in 1998 to improve the conditions of America’s largest and most ecologically diverse and productive estuary systems: the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays; The Campbell Foundation is pleased to accept proposals for unsolicited grants. This opportunity is only open to new grantees, not organizations that are current or previous grantees of The Campbell Foundation. The budget for each grant cycle is $50,000. Individual grants will vary in size, but will be no greater than $25,000. The next deadline to apply is Thursday August 31, 2023.

Click here for more information (https://www.campbellfoundation.org/apply/) .

Community Heart and Soul: Seed Grant Program The Community Heart & Soul Seed Grant Program provides $10,000 in funding for resident-driven groups in small cities and towns to start the Community Heart & Soul model. Community Heart and Soul is a four-phase, step-by-step process that brings residents together to chart a course forward that recognizes and honors the unique character of their town and the emotional connection of the people who live there. Applications are currently open on a rolling basis.

Click here for more information (https://www.communityheartandsoul.org/seed-grants/) .

The Goldseker Foundation: Management Assistance Grants The Goldseker Foundation is offering management assistance grants to support specific, well-defined organizational development initiatives of non-profit organizations. Most management assistance grant recipients have operating budgets of less than $2 million.

Click here for more information (http://goldsekerfoundation.org...19updated-August.pdf) .

Helen J. Serini Foundation: Small Grant Programs The Helen J. Serini Foundation supports innovative interventions that remove or address root causes of systemic barriers to health, safety, shelter, and opportunity in the communities where we work and live. The small grants program supports specific projects: professional/leadership development; offsetting harm/costs of a fiscal sponsor entity; or for support of a specific Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative. Applications are open on a rolling basis.

Click here for more information (http://www.hjsfoundation.org/grant-procedures) .

The Marion I. + Henry J. Knott Foundation: Cash Flow Loans The Marion I. & Henry J. Knott Foundation is a Catholic family foundation that strives to strengthen communities in central and western Maryland while preserving the Knott legacy of giving. In an effort to increase the impact of their resources and respond more quickly to the needs of the nonprofit community, the foundation began providing cash flow loans, also called program-related investments (PRIs), to support activities that have a direct charitable purpose. For the recipient, the primary benefit is access to capital at lower costs and faster turnaround times than may otherwise be available. They award low-interest loans of $10,000 - $30,000 to qualifying nonprofits for periods up to six months.

Learn more about the cash flow loan program (http://knottfoundation.org/gra...for_a_cash_flow_loan) .

Maryland Nonprofit Development Center Program and Fund: Nonprofit, Interest-Free, Micro Bridge Loan Account (NIMBL) This interest-free, micro bridge loan program and fund supports the operations of nonprofit entities.Nonprofits receiving NIMBL funding must be located in the State and determined by the Internal Revenue Service to be exempt from taxation under Section 501(c) (3), (4), or (6) under the Internal Revenue Code. The program is administered by the Maryland Nonprofit Development Center and the Maryland Department of Commerce Learn more about the NIMBL program (https://commerce.maryland.gov/...loan-account-(nimbl)) .

Maryland Food Bank: Neighbor Impact Grant Program The Maryland Food Bank's (MFB) Neighbor Impact Grant Program will support innovative approaches that have the potential to bring about lasting change. They are looking for partners willing to create and test ideas quickly – learning from initial lessons – and make changes midstream to improve on an idea as part of the innovation process. If your organization spearheads work in line with the MFB's Strategic Plan that addresses “deeply rooted causes of hunger while opening up pathways out of food insecurity and toward greater local resilience,” then consider submitting a proposal. MFB is dedicating at least $1 million to this initiative over a two-year period and will award grants to approximately six organizations. The deadline to apply is 5:00 PM on Monday, July 31, 2023.

Click here for more information (https://mdfoodbank.org/hunger-...ighbor-impact-grant/) .

MileOneCares: Regular Grants Program

MileOneCares, the philanthropic program of MileOne Autogroup/Heritage is committed to creating meaningful partnerships with those who are making lives better. We focus our efforts in the areas of access to safe transportation and strengthening our communities. These pillars are at the heart of our giving. We welcome proposals to assist in opportunities that fall within our giving priorities. We accept requests from non-profit organizations who are seeking monetary donations and sponsorships. Additionally, we offer a matching grants program which supports non-profits who are in need of a vehicle. All requests have rolling deadline and we will notify you of decisions within eight (8) weeks of receiving your completed application. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Click here for more information (http://www.mileonecares.com/) .

Morgan CARES: Community Awards Program

The Morgan CARES Community Award is a small seed funding initiative intended to support community-campus collaborations. The goal of this small award is to promote and strengthen partnerships between community-based organizations and groups, and members of academia at Morgan State University. It is the hope that these connections form a strong foundation that supports the emergence of responsive, community-led public health initiatives that promote health equity in communities across Baltimore City. Morgan CARES can support up to 10 Community Award projects a year. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and are reviewed quarterly.

Click here for more information (https://www.morgan.edu/morgancares) .

Red Bull Arts: Microgrant Program

Direct funding to artists is always essential and is particularly critical at this moment. In response to the current socio-political climate, Red Bull Arts is expanding the Detroit Microgrant Program nationally. This initiative directly supports our community of artists by providing unrestricted aid. The adapted Microgrant program will award two $1,000 grants each month to artists in 20 cities including Baltimore, MD. Applications are open on a rolling basis.

Click here for more information (https://redbullarts.com/detroi...micro-grant-program/) .

Truist Foundation: Grant Opportunities

Truist Foundation's vision is to inspire and build economic mobility and wealth-building for underserved communities and strives to achieve this through our support of two key pillars: 1) Building Career Pathways to Economic Mobility and 2) Strengthening Small Businesses.  The deadline to apply is Monday, July 31, 2023.

Click here for more information (https://www.truist.com/purpose...on/grant-application) .

The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation: Small Grants Program The Maryland Small Grants Program (MSGP) allows smaller Maryland and Northeastern Pennsylvania nonprofits to apply for a grant–operating, program, or capital–of up to $50,000 for two years ($100,000 total). This program includes all Foundation areas of giving. Applications are open on a rolling basis.

Click here for more information (https://hjweinbergfoundation.o...nts/how-we-give/#sgp) .

The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation: Capital Grants Program The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation is seeking high-quality capital projects within our priority communities of Maryland, Northeastern Pennsylvania, Hawaii, Chicago, New York City, San Francisco, rural communities throughout the United States, and the State of Israel. The Foundation will consider capital projects that incorporate evidence-based best practices and provide direct services for low-income and vulnerable populations, including older adults, families, children, and youth. Projects will receive full consideration regardless of the requested grant amount—whether $100,000 or more than $1 million.

Click here for more information (http://hjweinbergfoundation.or...l-Projects-FINAL.pdf) .

Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore: Community Grant Program Waterfront Partnership aims to distribute $30,000 in small grants ($1,000-$5,000) to projects located in targeted communities on Baltimore’s east side. The program awards funds for projects that will clean and beautify public spaces and reduce the amount of trash and other pollution ending up in the Harbor. In addition to receiving funds, awardees commit to learning about their local environment and the Baltimore Harbor by participating in activities such as lectures, walking tours, and boat trips.

Click here for more information (https://www.waterfrontpartners...eautification-grants) .

Do you know a student 18 or younger trying to bring their community together? Karma for Cara offers microgrants up to $1000 to support their work. Maybe there's a young person in your life who wants to turn a vacant lot into a garden, rebuild a playground, or connect students with elders. Share the application with your local school, house of worship, or neighborhood group.

Deadlines are January 1, April 1, July 1, and October 1, 2023.

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The following opportunities focus on fellowships and grants in the area of arts and culture. Please add additional opportunities in this category by submitting them as a reply to this post.

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Find out how you can be a warrior for food justice with joy. Looking for artists, gardeners, eco people, families, herbalists, Baltimoreans that love people to join the Garden Art Party movement. We want to plant a seed to spark some growth and get ur neighbors planting and eating goodness.. Come find out and tell us what you think. We have a full season planned this year of playing with plants, visual art, fashion, installations, music, good food and information and some good old dirt digging. We can't do it alone and why would we want to!
This interest meeting includes food, music and planting a garden with Afro Aspies Rock in honor of Autism Awareness month.

fmi: urbanearthsynapses@gmail.com

Deadlines are fast approaching for several Baltimore opportunities for grants and fellowships. If you have an opportunity to share, please be sure to include the deadline and links to the application by replying to this post.

"The United Way of Central Maryland Changemaker Challenge is a social innovation competition to highlight and award ideas in Central Maryland - and applications are now open!

Finalists will be announced in mid-March, and each finalist will receive a $1,500 stipend for participation. More than $600,000 will be awarded to grantees, and each grantee will receive credit to create their own video and access to a one-stop entrepreneur community, The Lonely Entrepreneur."

Learn more here: https://uwcm.org/funding-oppor...es-for-organizations

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the 2023 Baltimore Weaver Awards!  The awards work to honor and support trusted Baltimore “weavers” who are showing up for others in their communities and building trust through relationships. We are inviting you to join us for the Weaver Awards information sessions. These sessions will provide you with valuable insights and updates about the Weaver Awards for the 2023-2024 cycle. We will be hosting two virtual sessions, the first session will be this Thursday, August 10th.

Information Session Details:

Session 1:

• Date: Thursday, August 10^th 
• Time: 4:00 PM- 5:00 PM
• Location: Virtual

Session 2:

• Date: Tuesday, August 22^nd 
• Time: 5:00 PM-6:00 PM
• Location: Virtual

Please mark your calendar and make plans to attend one of these sessions. Your presence will not only give you a comprehensive understanding of the award but also connect you with fellow individuals interested in making a positive impact in Baltimore City.  

To RSVP for one of the Weaver Award information sessions please use the following links Thursday, August 10^th, 2023, from 4:00-5:00pmET.   Tuesday,August 22nd, 2023, form 4:00-5:00PM ET

You can find the application to the award here. Should you have any questions prior to the sessions, feel free to reach out.  

Thank you for your interest in the Weaver Awards. We look forward to meeting you at one of the information sessions and embarking on this exciting journey together.

The following opportunities focus on fellowships and grants in the area of children and K-12 education. Please add additional opportunities in this category by submitting them as a reply to this post.

The Next Gen Giving Circle is excited to announce that applications are open for our 2024 grantmaking cycle! Between June 3-July 26, 2024, we invite small nonprofits based in the Greater Washington region that work to advance economic justice and financial security of BIPOC individuals and families. We are accepting applications in English and Spanish! Visit https://www.nextgengivingcircle.org/grantmaking to learn more, sign up for our upcoming application webinars, and apply!

Young Futures has presented a Funding challenge.

Please see the overview below in addition to the link to learn more and apply! https://www.youngfutures.org/funding-challenge

Funding Challenge Overview

The Lonely Hearts Club Challenge is a $1 million commitment and open funding call for early-stage organizations and solutions focused on fostering meaningful social connection, teen belonging, and wellbeing in a tech-driven world. Galvanized by the work of the U.S. Surgeon General, and in partnership with the Foundation for Social Connection, this is the first of several high-need thematic challenges that Young Futures will issue over the next few years.

All challenges seek to help (pre)teens ages 10-19 thrive in a tech-driven world.

The first cohort of up to 10 grantee partners will be deeply committed to a youth-centered and empathetic approach to transforming the culture and norms of social connection and wellbeing in a digital age.

Empowering Futures is a dynamic one-day seminar designed exclusively for young women ages 14-24  who aspire to become leaders. The goal of this initiative is to offer young women with access to engaging workshops, professional headshots, panel discussions, networking opportunities, and a keynote speaker delivering a motivational message. The seminar aims to provide participants with valuable insights, skills, and networking opportunities to enhance their leadership capabilities and empower them to excel in their educational, professional, and personal journeys. Workshops & Panel discussions will cover Leadership Styles & Strategies, Communication & Negotiation Skills, Personal Branding & Networking, and Emotional Intelligence & Resilience.

Sharing a post here from Dr. Lawrence Brown (Author of The Black Butterfly):

Here’s the link for where Baltimore’s nonprofits can apply for the city’s allocation federal COVID relief dollars ($641 million). Applications are due December 31 and must meet certain criteria. Organizations in the Black Butterfly need to apply!

But let me say—I’m not really a fan of application processes like this. First, grassroots advocacy organizations and groups without 501c3 status are not eligible. Second, a lot of smaller nonprofits don’t have a lot of capacity and time for grantwriting.

Also I would argue that large nonprofits and entities like Johns Hopkins, University of Maryland, and large philanthropies (e.g. the Casey, Weinberg, and Abell foundations) should be ineligible for applying if the goal is really equity. Many times, being serious about equity means that entities with structural advantages need to sit down and take a seat.

As usual, when White L and PWI institutions apply, they end up taking up space and money that needs to be reserved for the Black Butterfly and South Baltimore Peninsula. The exception to this rule would be if White L and PWI institutions provided technical assistance as subawardees and not as the prime awardee. That’s it.

But with all that being said, this is the process that’s set up and I want Black Butterfly and South Baltimore Peninsula communities to get every last dime of the $641 million and put it to good use in helping our communities recover from the pandemic.

The following opportunities focus on fellowships and grants in the area of strengthening communities. Please add additional opportunities in this category by submitting them as a reply to this post.

Hello Weave Community,

I just joined and I am in the Silver Spring area.  I am ready to engage and would be particularly interested in seeing if others are near me as well. I am a fully bilingual (English/Spanish) scientist.

What else do people say in their first post?

Daniel

CALL 988 offers high-quality emergency emotional support to residents in Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Howard County, and Carroll County. Anyone who calls the national 988 phone number from this region will immediately be connected to local call centers for safe, supportive and confidential mental health services.

Over time, the new national 988 number will serve as an alternative to calling 911 or going to the Emergency Department for emergency emotional support and will make access to mental health care in the community easier.

CALL 988 is operated by a partnership of Baltimore Crisis Response, Affiliated Santé Group, and Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center. Oversight for the regional helpline is provided by Behavioral Health System Baltimore and behavioral health authorities in Baltimore, Carroll, and Howard Counties.

Local helplines have been providing access to mental health care for more than 20 years in Maryland. Helpline services have been shown to reduce depression and suicidal thoughts while increasing feelings of hope. Most callers can be served on the phone without involving community interventions by other first responders.

Sparked by the long-planned launch of the national 988 number, state and local government, care providers, and nonprofit organizations have worked together to build an integrated regional system that ensures everyone in our community has access to the help and support they need to be mentally healthy.