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

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.

Submit an Application

Considering Applying for a Small Grant?

If you have never received an Abell small grant (requests of $10,000 or less), you must attend an information session to confirm fit with eligibility criteria and funding priorities prior to submitting a small grant application. 

Sign up for an info session

Considering Applying for a Regular Grant?

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.

Submit an LOI

Ready to Apply?

If you are a returning applicant or have met our eligibility criteria and requirements and are ready to apply for a grant, you may do so on the apply page.

Start a Grant Application

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.

Return to Your Application or Submit a Report

See Our Past Grants

TAEL Enterprise, Inc.

$5,000 / 2007 / Criminal Justice and Addiction
To provide rent, utilities, and related expenses at UPRISING House, a transitional housing program serving six female ex-offenders and their children. The clients will be encouraged to pursue education, acquire job skills, and set life goals to become self-sufficient and economically independent.

TAEL Enterprise, Inc.

$5,000 / 2007 / Criminal Justice and Addiction
For expenses related to relocation of female ex-offenders to a new transitional housing facility. In addition to providing five women with safe housing, TAEL offers assistance with applying for social service benefits, classes on job readiness skills, medical evaluations, referrals to health services, daily meals, and basic computer training.

Talitha Cumi Safe Haven

$5,000 / 2007 / Criminal Justice and Addiction
For the purchase of computer equipment and furniture to enhance computer training for women recovering from substance abuse in the Park Heights area. As part of the support, the program will help women prepare for GEDs and prepare them for the job application process.

Teach For America-Baltimore

$100,000 / 2007 / Education
For continuation of an initiative for recruitment and training of 90 to 100 new Teach For America Corps members and ongoing support of 85 corps members teaching in Baltimore City public schools. These recent college graduates, who have made a two-year commitment, are offered the opportunity to earn a Master of Arts in teaching at the Johns Hopkins University, while being placed in appropriate schools.

The African American Festival Foundation

$5,000 / 2007 / Arts
For support of the 2007 African American Heritage Festival, showcasing and celebrating the history, culture, heritage, and arts of African Americans. The Festival attracts local and national audiences of more than 500,000.

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