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 support of the Next Course food service job training program.
For support of transitional housing, emergency shelter, daily community cleanups, and gang mediation.
For continued support of the Certified Nursing Assistant/Geriatric Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician, and GED prep training programs for unemployed and underemployed youth and adults in Baltimore City.
Toward continued support of the Baltimore Welcome Center.
Two‑year funding to provide bridge funding for scaling the number of teachers trained for Baltimore City Public Schools and achieving financial sustainability by 2017.
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