How much funding does Fiscal Year Nonprofit Grant Awards Program provide?

Fiscal Year Nonprofit Grant Awards Program provides $3,000 - $65,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Fiscal Year Nonprofit Grant Awards Program?

The deadline is April 11, 2026.

Fiscal Year Nonprofit Grant Awards Program

Charles County Charitable Trust

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Funding Amount

$3,000 - $65,000

Deadline

April 11, 2026

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Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Fiscal Year Nonprofit Grant Awards Program

Funder: Charles County Charitable Trust

Geographic Scope: Charles County, Maryland

Program Description: Annual grant program providing funding to eligible nonprofit organizations that serve Charles County residents. The Trust has managed this program since 2016 under an agreement with the County government. Funds are distributed to nonprofits across a wide range of service areas including health care, shelter, education, employment, arts, and land conservation.

Funding:

Total annual pool: Approximately $784,100 - $859,800

Award range: $3,000 - $65,000 per organization

Average grant: $23,781 (varies by year)

Focus Areas:

Health and human services (largest allocation)

Shelter and homelessness services

Education and youth services

Employment and job training

Arts and cultural programs

Environmental stewardship and land conservation

Food assistance and nutrition

Domestic violence and crime victim services

Eligibility Requirements:

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

Good standing as nonprofit corporation in Maryland

Evidence of ability to carry out intended services

Nonprofit organizations must use funds solely for benefit of Charles County residents

What They Do NOT Fund:

Capital campaigns

Fundraising events

Vehicles

Maintenance and repair of buildings owned by nonprofits

Award Process:

Board of Directors (volunteer Charles County residents) review and evaluate all applications

Multiple rounds of team discussions

Plenary session with full board consensus

Competitive process; requests often exceed available funds

Grant agreements required with periodic reporting (mid-year and end-of-year)

Site visits conducted to recipient nonprofits

Contact Information:

Address: 9501 Crain Highway, Box 2, Bel Alton, MD 20611

Phone: 301-934-3700 or 301-283-2410

Email: info@charlesnonprofits.org or spetroff@charlesnonprofits.org

Website: charlesnonprofits.org

How to Apply

Application Process

Mandatory Orientation Workshop:

A representative from your organization must attend a mandatory orientation workshop

Workshop introduces applicants to online grant platform, reviews eligibility requirements and evaluation criteria

Registration required in advance

Application Submission:
1. Complete online application at www.charlesnonprofits.org/grants/welcome
2. Read all guidelines and instructions before applying
3. Submit through online platform by deadline

Required Materials:

IRS 501(c)(3) documentation

Evidence of Maryland nonprofit corporation good standing

Documentation of organizational capacity and track record

Financial information demonstrating soundness

Clear program plans and descriptions

Description of how funds will be used and expected outcomes

Mid-year and end-of-year reports (if awarded)

Key Information:

Formal grant agreement required upon award

Recipient organizations must submit periodic reports documenting grant use and outcomes

Site visits conducted to recipient organizations