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Grants

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.

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Eligibility and Review Criteria

For all nonprofit organizations seeking grant funding, regardless of the request amount. 

Small Grants Process

For grant requests of $10,000 or less.

Reviewed on a rolling basis. There is no deadline to apply.

Regular Grants Process

For grant requests greater than $10,000.

Reviewed at one of the Foundation’s five annual Board meetings.

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Considering Applying?

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.

Submit an LOI

Ready to Apply for a Small Grant?

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.

Start a Small Grant Application

Ready to Apply for a Regular 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.

Start a Regular Grant Application

Returning to a Saved Application or Submitting a Report?

Log into the grant portal below to return to your saved application or submit a report for a previously awarded grant.

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See Our Past Grants

Food & Water Watch

$30,000 / 2024 / Community Development

In support of implementing Water4All and advocacy to preserve low-income water customer affordability and stability in regional governance and statewide tax sale proposals.

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Franciscan Center Inc.

$50,000 / 2024 / Health and Human Services

In support of general operations for the Franciscan Center, which provides food, case management, emergency financial assistance, and employment training to individuals and families who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.

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Friends of Gwynns Falls – Leakin Park Inc.

$30,000 / 2024 / Environment

In support of general operations and advocacy for investment in the city’s largest park.

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Holistic Life Foundation Inc.

$39,999 / 2024 / Education

In support of implementing the Mindful Moment Program in three partner schools, serving around 2,300 students across Baltimore City.

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Ingenuity Project Inc.

$400,000 / 2024 / Education

In support of the 2024-2025 Ingenuity Project, an advanced math, science, and research program for 885 middle and high school students in Baltimore City, and an external evaluation.

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