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. In addition to providing grant funding, the Foundation supports our nonprofit partners through connection to our local and national networks, as well as our team’s deep experience in and knowledge of Baltimore as it relates to our program areas.
First-time applicants with grant requests greater than $10,000 should submit a short letter of inquiry prior to submitting a regular grant application. For guidance on what to include in your LOI, please reference our frequently asked questions.
For first-time or returning applicants with grant requests of $10,000 or less. We accept and review small grant applications on a rolling basis. There is no deadline to apply for a small grant.
For returning applicants and those who have a verified fit with the Foundation’s priorities for requests greater than $10,000. Regular grant applications are reviewed at one of five Board meetings each year.
Log into the grant portal below to return to your saved application or submit a report for a previously awarded grant.
In support of CFUF’s Economic Success programming, helping over 250 Baltimore residents to access and retain meaningful employment, strengthen families, and create intergenerational wealth.
In support of continued operations of the Harm Reduction Drop-in Center (HRDC) for people with a substance use disorder to provide a safe space to access needed services and support. The HRDC provides low barrier and easy-to-access services, including the following: syringe exchange, fentanyl test strip distribution, naloxone distribution, community meals, and case management.
In support of technical assistance and grant writing support for 10 Baltimore City early childcare providers seeking to apply for Blueprint Pre-K Expansion funding.
In support of the Middle Neighborhoods Vacants Reduction Program to renovate vacant houses for sale to owner-occupants and incentivize demand through innovative real estate marketing and favorable mortgage financing.
In support of HeartSmiles, which supports the growth and development of Baltimore youth ages 14 to 21 by providing youth-led leadership and entrepreneurial training as well as mentoring, mental health support, and business development.
Header photo courtesy of Thread.