Berlage Innovative 4-H Grants
Funding Amount
$250.00 per grant; minimum 4 grants awarded annually
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Annual
- Tracked since
- April 2026
Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.
Can we apply?
Check your organization against each line. Taken from the listing; confirm with the funder's guidelines.
Other requirements
- Maryland
- Active 4-H clubs in Maryland
Overview
Established by: Bruce and Donna Berlage, avid supporters of the Maryland 4-H Program
The Berlage Innovative 4-H Grant Program supports 4-H club programs through grants for service or outreach projects. The program strengthens outreach and 4-H club programs.
Award Information
Project Eligibility Requirements:
- Service or outreach project in which 60% of club members participate
- Preference given to projects that:
- Educate the community about 4-H, OR
- Help "To Make The Best Better" within the community or county
Fund Usage
- Funds must be used within 12 months of receiving the award
- No limit to number of years a club may apply
Reporting Requirements
Final report due within 30 days of project completion. Must include:
- Summary about the project
- Photos with brief descriptions (for publicity)
- Participant quotes
Eligible Applicants
- Active 4-H clubs in Maryland
What The Maryland 4-H Foundation Inc actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2025
- Grants in 2025
- 5
- Total given
- $112K
- Median grant
- $8,283
- Range
- $6,160–$82K
- By dollars: Maryland 79%. Top recipient cities: College Park, MD; Easton, MD.
- 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
Example grants
University of Maryland · College Park, MD
Progam funds
$82K
Baltimore County EAC
Program funds
$9,597
Carroll County EAC
Program funds
$8,283
Mid-Shore Community Foundation · Easton, MD
Program funds
$6,311
Charles County EAC
Program funds
$6,160
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Youth programs
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