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COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund

Charles County Charitable Trust

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Funding Amount

$950 - $10,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund

Funder: Charles County Charitable Trust (in partnership with County Commissioners)

Geographic Scope: Charles County, Maryland

Program Description: Emergency grant program created to provide immediate financial relief to nonprofit organizations experiencing unusual financial strain due to the coronavirus pandemic. Two rounds of funding were distributed in 2020.

Funding:

  • Round 1: $100,000 distributed to nonprofits (completed by May 4, 2020)

  • Round 2: $120,050 distributed to 26 organizations (June 2020)

  • Total funding across both rounds: $220,050

  • Award range: $950 - $10,000

  • Average grant: $4,617

    • Eligibility Requirements:

  • IRS-conferred 501(c)(3) charitable organization status

  • Provide services to Charles County residents

  • Demonstrate how organization is meeting community needs in connection with COVID-19 pandemic impact

  • Document extent of pandemic's impact on organization's financial and human resources

    • Use of Funds (Round 2 examples):

  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for staff and volunteers

  • Computer equipment for remote service delivery

  • Sanitation and safety equipment

  • Emergency supplies and food

  • Technology upgrades for virtual operations

  • Recovery kits for patients

  • Facility modifications for health and safety

  • Staff and personnel costs

    • Award Status: Program completed in 2020; emergency funding was distributed

    Contact Information:

  • Address: 9501 Crain Highway, Box 2 (originally 9375 Chesapeake Street, La Plata, MD 20611)

  • Phone: 301-934-3700

  • Email: info@charlesnonprofits.org

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    Fields of Work

    nonprofitshardship

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