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Grants - The Abell Foundation

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.

Learn More About Our Process

Submit an Application

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.

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.

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.

Returning to a Saved Application or Submitting a Report?

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.

See Our Past Grants

Greater Homewood Community Corporation, Inc.

$5,000 / 2013 / Community Development
For support of the 2013 Peace Camp at the Drs. Camille and Bill Cosby Community Center at Saint Frances Academy.

GiveCorps Foundation

$5,000 / 2013 / Community Development
Toward support of #GivingTuesday and the Bmore Gives More campaign.

Gather Baltimore/Fusion Partnerships, Inc.

$5,000 / 2013 / Community Development
Toward the purchase of refrigeration units for Gather Baltimore, an initiative that redistributes donated food to the needy.

Gather Baltimore/Fusion Partnerships, Inc.

$10,000 / 2013 / Community Development
Toward the cost of fuel and refrigeration for Gather Baltimore, an initiative for redistribution of donated vegetables, fruit, and bread from the Baltimore Farmer’s Market and local farms.

Friends of Great Kids Farm

$15,000 / 2013 / Community Development
To hire a Volunteer Coordinator for the Great Kids Farm.

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