Human Rights Grants in Maryland
Last updated October 15, 2026
There are 3 active human rights grants tagged to Maryland, part of 291 active human rights grants listed nationwide. Updated daily.
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| People's Law Library of Maryland State of Maryland Judiciary · State Not published · Varies The People's Law Library (PLL) is a legal information and self-help website maintained by the Maryland Thurgood Marshall State Law Library, a court-related agency of the Maryland Judiciary, and supported by Maryland's non-profit legal… | |
| Maryland Legal Services Program--Indigent Adults Maryland Department of Human Services · State Not published · Varies Program is designed to protect the legal rights and interests of indigent adults involved in APS proceedings and Adult Public Guardianship Review Board hearings in Maryland. It ensures that this population is afforded legal representation. | |
| Maryland Commission on Civil Rights - Complaint Intake Maryland Commission on Civil Rights · State Not published · Varies Enforces Maryland's anti-discrimination laws in employment, housing, public accommodations, state contracts, health services, and commercial leasing. |
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About human rights grants in Maryland
Human rights grants support nonprofits working on civil liberties, refugee and immigrant rights, anti-discrimination, criminal-justice reform, and the protection of vulnerable populations. Most funding comes from private philanthropy rather than government, with major funders including the Ford Foundation, the MacArthur Foundation, and the Open Society Foundations backing advocacy, legal defense, and movement-building.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What grants are available for human rights organizations?
Human rights grants fund advocacy, litigation and legal defense, research and documentation, community organizing, and direct services for affected populations. Award sizes vary widely, from small project grants to multi-year general-operating support, and many funders prioritize organizations led by and accountable to the communities they serve.
Who funds human rights nonprofits?
Private foundations are the dominant funders. The Ford Foundation supports social justice and human rights through initiatives such as its Dignity and Justice Fund, the MacArthur Foundation funds human-rights and justice work, and the Open Society Foundations back democracy, rights, and justice efforts. Community foundations and individual donors also play a significant role.
Can grassroots human rights groups get funding?
Yes. Many human rights funders intentionally support smaller, frontline organizations, and intermediary funds and community foundations exist specifically to channel resources to grassroots groups. Smaller organizations often start with project grants, pooled funds, or rapid-response grants before pursuing larger general-operating support from national foundations.
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