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.

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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.

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Considering Applying?

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.

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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.

Start a Small Grant Application

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.

Start a Regular Grant Application

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.

Return to Your Application or Submit a Report

See Our Past Grants

Neighborhood Housing Services of Baltimore, Inc.

$50,000 / 2022 / Community Development

In support of staff costs associated with expanded mortgage lending activities that will increase credit access and promote financial wellness for low- and moderate-income individuals interested in sustainable homeownership.

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No Struggle No Success, Inc.

$100,000 / 2022 / Criminal Justice and Addiction

In support of general operations for No Struggle No Success (NSNS), a reentry program in Baltimore City serving adults and youth ages 14-18. NSNS provides comprehensive case management and access to services such as assistance in obtaining state IDs and social security cards, birth certificates, benefits, transportation, housing, employment, and referrals to behavioral health programs.

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Springboard Community Services

$60,000 / 2022 / Health and Human Services

In support of the Youth Resource Center, which provides a safe, welcoming environment where youth and young adults in crisis can engage in services that address their immediate needs and help them move towards stability.

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University of Baltimore Foundation

$25,000 / 2022 / Criminal Justice and Addiction

In support of general operations for the Truancy Court Program (TCP) at the University of Baltimore School of Law. TCP addresses the high level of truancy in Baltimore City public schools through a voluntary 10-week, in-school intervention program for students who are beginning to demonstrate a pattern of truancy.

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APM Food Works, LLC, Fiscally Sponsored by Baltimore Hunger Project

$50,000 / 2022 / Community Development

In support of costs associated with the purchase of supplies to be distributed to local community farms, urban gardens, and residents interested in creating home gardens in Baltimore communities where plentiful access to organic foods is not widely available.

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