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 reach out to an Abell staff member to discuss their idea or submit a short letter of inquiry prior to submitting a regular grant application.
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 a saved application or submit a report for a previously awarded grant. Report forms can be found under the “Requirements” tab.
Toward continued support of the Maryland Benefits Center’s initiative to provide comprehensive benefits access for low‑income seniors in Baltimore City.
Toward support of Youth Work for Independence, an initiative to prepare youth aging out of foster care for successful adulthood.
Toward continued support of Reach High Baltimore, an after‑school rowing program designed to serve at‑risk Baltimore City middle and high school students.
Funding to increase its Fellowship Program from 10 to 30 Fellows ; and for staffing costs of a Director of Strategic Growth.
Toward continued support of staffing and activities to improve the outcomes of Baltimore City children in the child welfare system.
Header photo courtesy of Thread.