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

Liberty Grace Church of God

$102,400 / 2022 / Health and Human Services

In support of hiring a Project Manager for the Interfaith Family Health Center of Baltimore.

Maryland New Directions

$120,000 / 2022 / Workforce Development

In support of Maryland New Directions, which will provide 200 job seekers in Baltimore with one-on-one job coaching for immediate job placement as well as occupational skills training for careers in the transportation and logistics industry.

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Maryland PIRG Foundation

$40,000 / 2022 / Environment

In support of the Smart Energy Solutions campaign to improve implementation and impact of Maryland’s energy efficiency program to achieve greater, more equitable consumer and climate benefits.

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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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