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 examining the burden of ophthalmic disease in the underserved in Baltimore.
In support of an initiative to reduce trash pollution in Baltimore City and its waterways, with a focus on banning polystyrene foam food containers.
For operational funds in support of the Thread Community Model.
In support of providing health care for the uninsured/underinsured in Baltimore.
In support of EarnBenefits Baltimore, which provides screenings and application assistance to low-income families to increase enrollment in state and federal assistance programs.
Header photo courtesy of Thread.