MDHCD: Operating Assistance Grant

MDHCD: Operating Assistance Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development
Amount: Up to US $50,000
Last Updated: February 23, 2026

Summary

The MDHCD Operating Assistance Grant supports Maryland's local governments and nonprofits in their community revitalization and economic development initiatives. This grant covers operating expenses, such as salaries and professional services, necessary for executing local housing projects. Eligible applicants must operate in or serve residents of designated Priority Funding Areas. Priority will be given to initiatives that align with the goals of the Moore-Miller Administration, focusing on creating inclusive, lovable communities. Projects must be completed within one year.

Overview

Operating Assistance Grant Program The Operating Assistance Grant Program provides vital support to organizations engaged in community and economic revitalization efforts throughout the state, encompassing two distinct funding opportunities. Main Street Improvement Program: Designed to support Main Street Maryland communities and Baltimore City's Main Street neighborhoods in their revitalization initiatives.Technical Assistance Grant Program: Offers assistance to nonprofit organizations and local governments involved in community and economic development activities across Maryland. DHCD is committed to fostering vibrant and thriving communities throughout Maryland. The Operating Assistance Grant Program plays a crucial role in achieving this vision by empowering local organizations to implement impactful projects that enhance the quality of life for residents and strengthen the state's economy. Eligible Activities Grants can be used for operating expenses only. Operating costs can include salary, professional services contracts, technology costs, or other costs related to administering the Technical Assistance Grant program. The requested funds should support projects and/or activities that align with the goals and outcomes of the applicant’s annual work plan and contribute to the transformation strategy of the community. All projects and/or activities should be completed within one year; a funding match is not required. Capital project costs are not supported through TAG; however, other DHCD programs do support capital costs, such as State Revitalization Programs​. Additional consideration will be given to initiatives that address the overarching priorities of the Moore-Miller Administration, including ensuring that all those who want to live in Maryland can do so. In addition, priority consideration will be given to those projects and places that reflect the core objectives of MD DHCD, including to create great, lovable places and to right the wrongs of the past. Great places – lovable places– result from consistent targeted investment in locally-driven and inclusive community reinvestment plans.

Eligibility

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Ineligibility

Capital project costs are not supported.