The CRAYON Fund
Funding Amount
Up to $500
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Fact (page-stated): The CRAYON Fund (Cool Resources Accessible for Youth Opportunities in Neighborhoods), run by Central Baltimore Partnership, provides event-based micro-grants of up to $500 that support activities and projects that broaden resident participation in neighborhoods, provide youth enrichment, strengthen community ties, and develop leadership capacity in Central Baltimore. Has supported stoop nights, National Night Out, youth training, and intergenerational events. Applicant: 501(c)(3) organizations, fiscally-sponsored groups, or organized community groups with a group bank account.
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How to Apply
Fact (page-stated): Applicants complete an application form (online or downloadable PDF) with an event/activity description, a completed budget, and identification of community support where possible, and must meet organizational standing criteria (501c3, fiscal sponsor, or organized community group). Rolling/event-based; deadline not stated.
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