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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.

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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.

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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

New American Community Lending Corporation

$50,000 / 2024 / Community Development

In support of promoting New American Lending small business loans and financial coaching in Baltimore City.

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Parks & People Inc.

$35,000 / 2024 / Education

In support of a newly reimagined Branches program focused on workforce development and green STEM career exploration for up to 70 high school students in Baltimore City.

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Paul’s Place Inc.

$100,000 / 2024 / Health and Human Services

In support of general operations for Paul’s Place, which provides food, case management, health and wellness, after-school, and employment programs for more than 3,000 people each year.

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Pennsylvania Avenue Black Arts and Entertainment District

$25,000 / 2024 / Community Development

In support of general operating costs to sustain and expand programs, enhance workforce development, and increase community engagement. The organization will provide more opportunities for Black creatives to develop skills and bolster economic opportunities.

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Rose Street Community Center, Fiscally Sponsored by Southeast Community Development Corporation

$300,000 / 2024 / Workforce Development

In support of expanding Rose Street’s community cleanups to additional neighborhoods, while continuing to provide transitional housing, emergency shelter, and gang mediation.

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