Maryland Grants

Last updated October 30, 2026

There are currently 895 active grants available to Maryland applicants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

895 grants in Maryland
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School Breakfast Program

State Department of Education · State

Not published · Varies

Assist schools and residential child care institutions in providing breakfast to school age children. Funds are to be used to help offset costs of producing the meal.

Maryland Nonprofit Navigator

Maryland Department of Commerce · State

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A free service from the Maryland Department of Commerce that offers tailored support and technical assistance to nonprofit organizations seeking grants and other funding.

ADULT HIGH SCHOOL PILOT Notice of Intent to Apply deadline is Aug. 1

Maryland Department of Education · State

Not published · Varies

Domestic Violence Unit Program (DVUP)

Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy · State

Not published · Varies

The purpose of the Domestic Violence Unit Program is to assist local law enforcement agencies in creating specialized units for entry and service of ex parte and protective orders, and to update and maintain their domestic violence…

William D. Ford Direct Loan Program

Bowie State University · State

Not published · Varies

Provide low interest loans to students to assist in educational expenses.

Rental Housing Works (RHW)

Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development · State

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The purpose of RHW is to create jobs and strengthen the Maryland economy by providing gap financing for the creation and preservation of affordable rental housing financed through DHCD’s Multifamily Bond Program and Low Income Housing Tax…

Maryland Opportunity Zones Program

Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development · State

Not published · Varies

The Opportunity Zone program is a nationwide initiative administered by the U.S. Treasury created under the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.

Agricultural Property Use Assessments

State Department of Assessments and Taxation · State

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Promote the assessment of farmland to insure it is maintained at a level comparable with its continued use and is not affected by neighboring land.

Maryland SolarAPP+ Implementation Grant Program

Maryland Energy Administration · State

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Provides grants to Maryland Counties and Municipalities, to help pay the costs associated with implementing the free-to-use U.S. National Renewable Energy Laboratory SolarAPP+ solar permitting software for their communities.

Boomer Esiason Foundation Scholarship

Boomer Esiason Foundation · Foundation

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Recurring scholarship for students in the CF community pursuing higher education. Status open (program active; specifics unconfirmed).

Emergency Medical Services - Medical Equipment for EMS Operational Programs

Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems · State

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Provides matching funds for EMS medical equipment for emergency medical clinicians. This includes Automated External Defibrilators (AEDs), monitor defibrillators, and accessories.

Maryland Traditions - Folklife Apprenticeship

Maryland Department of Commerce · State

Not published · Varies

Folklife Apprenticeships support traditional arts education by funding a mentor artist and apprentice artist to work together for one year. Individuals, State Colleges, State University

Small, Minority-Owned Business Sports Wagering Assistance Fund (SWAF)

Maryland Department of Commerce · State

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The goal of the Small, Minority-Owned, Women-Owned Business Sports Wagering Assistance Fund (SWAF) is to maximize the opportunity for small businesses to participate in the sports wagering industry.

Public Behavioral Health Community Services (Non-Medicaid Eligible Individuals and All Others)

Maryland Department of Health · State

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To provide mental health, substance use, and addictive disorder services for individuals not eligible for Medicaid, but due to financial and clinical needs require services through Maryland's behavioral health system.

Commercial Solar Grant Program

Maryland Energy Administration · State

Not published · Varies

Provides grants for solar PV systems installed at Maryland businesses, nonprofits, and other organizations, that will be owned by or directly benefit (1) low-to-moderate income communities located in a census tract with an average median…

Advantage Maryland (also known as MEDAAF)

Maryland Department of Commerce · State

Not published · Varies

Advantage Maryland funds grants, loans and investments to support ED initiatives for business attraction, retention and infrastructure. Projects must be in a Priority Funding Area and eligible industry sectors.

Towson University Institutional Grant

Towson University · State

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Need-based institutional grant for undergraduate students with high financial need. Students must meet all federal aid eligibility requirements.

Breast and Cervical Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Program

Maryland Department of Health · State

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To pay for diagnostic and treatment services for breast cancer or cervical cancer for program eligible Maryland residents.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant

Salisbury University · State

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Federal grant funded by the Federal Department of Education. Provides financial assistance for students with the greatest need; enrolled at institutions of higher education.

State Library Network

State Department of Education · State

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To stimulate excellence and promote access to learning and information resources in all types of libraries for individuals of all ages and to promote library services that provides all users access to information in all formats.

Heritage Fund provides direct assistance for the protection of historical and cultural resources

Preservation Maryland · State

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Federal Supplemental Opportunity Grant

Coppin State University · State

Not published · Varies

Provides eligible post-secondary students with demonstrated financial need with grant assistance to help meet educational expenses.

Office of Population Health Improvement, Workforce Development

Maryland Department of Health · State

Not published · Varies

Implements activities to improve accessibility and quality of health care by increasing the number of health care providers working across the state, especially in rural areas and areas considered to have health care professional shortages.

Federal Parent PLUS Loans

Towson University · State

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Federal loans to parents of dependent Towson University undergraduate students to pay for students' educational expenses. Graduate students can also borrow Graduate PLUS Loans for their own educational expenses.

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About grants in Maryland

Maryland funding comes through agencies such as the Maryland State Arts Council, the Maryland Department of Commerce, the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, and the Maryland State Department of Education. The state has a robust foundation sector concentrated around Baltimore, with major private and community grantmakers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What state grants are available in Maryland?

Key Maryland agencies include the Maryland State Arts Council, the Maryland Department of Commerce, the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, and the Maryland State Department of Education. These support the arts, business and economic development, affordable housing and community development, and education statewide.

What foundations serve Maryland?

Maryland is served by major grantmakers including the Baltimore Community Foundation, The Abell Foundation, and the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation. These fund nonprofits working on education, workforce, health, housing, and community development, with a strong focus on the Baltimore region.

Are there grants for Maryland small businesses?

Yes. The Maryland Department of Commerce administers business assistance and economic development programs, and the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development supports community revitalization that benefits local businesses across the state.

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