Mitzvah Fund for Good Deeds Grant

Mitzvah Fund for Good Deeds Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Baltimore Community Foundation
Amount: Up to US $3,500
Last Updated: June 21, 2025

Summary

The Mitzvah Fund for Good Deeds, established in 2012, provides gap funding to non-profits in Baltimore. It supports diverse initiatives, including COVID-19 kits for students and resource cards for families in need. Eligible organizations must hold 501(c)(3) status, serve Baltimore City, and adhere to non-discrimination policies. However, the fund does not support start-ups, capital projects, or initiatives outside the Baltimore region, ensuring focused impact within the community.

Overview

Background The Mitzvah Fund for Good Deeds was established in 2012 for the purpose of providing gap funding for non-profits in the Baltimore community. Guidelines The purpose to which Mitzvah Fund monies may be applied are broadly defined. Proposal may include funding for unrestricted needs, transportation, staffing, etc. Previous grants have included: COVID-19 at-home kits for students to read, learn and play Resource cards to distribute with meals for families in need Creating a diverse library at a local school

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Organization must:Have 501(c)(3) nonprofit status or a fiscal agent;Serve Baltimore City;Not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, national origin, color, physical handicap, gender or sexual orientation

Ineligibility

The Mitzvah Fund does not make grants for:Start-up organizationsCapital campaigns, building construction, renovations or other capital projectsIndividualsMultiple yearsInstitution of higher educationProjects that do not serve the Baltimore regionPast dated events or programs that have occurred before the review process