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Grants to Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC schools and heritage centers to support Japanese language and cultural education. Funding is intended to improve effective teaching and enhance learning about Japan, the Japanese language, and Japanese culture. Eligible a

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations, civic groups, faith-based organizations, and government entities in eligible areas to improve the quality of life for local residents. Funding is intended for programs and services that address the following needs: prepare for

Grants of up to $15,000 to Maryland artists in eligible locations to support new or existing projects in the literary, media, performing, or visual arts. Funding is intended to support the creation of new work or an ongoing project that still has significant creative wo

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations for charitable activities that will benefit residents in eligible regions. Past grants have funded parks and museums, senior centers, children's homes, literacy programs, homeless programs, a youth refugee mentoring program, me

Grants to Maryland small businesses and nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to alleviate the adverse financial impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19). Funding is intended to provide limited economic assistance to local nonprofits and businesses that have experienced

Awards to Maryland individuals in eligible locations to recognize noteworthy contributions. Awards are intended for young professionals who have contributed to their communities, nonprofit organizations, and companies. Awards are specifically intended for those who have

Grants of up to $5,000 to Maryland faith-based and community-based behavioral health providers in eligible locations for activities to combat substance abuse. Funding is intended to support programs to treat, prevent, educate, and assist in the recovery of individuals w

Grants of up to $5,000 to Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC artists in eligible locations for support related to research, presentation, and critical reflection. Funding is intended to provide assistance to visual artists. For support for ongoing projects, the requ

Grants to Maryland public schools and nonprofit organizations for clubs and programs that focus on the design, construction, operation, and use of robots. Funding is intended to prepare students to enter the workforce and to achieve higher student success rates by incor

Grants to Maryland local governments to improve outdoor recreational facilities and green space systems. Eligible projects will enhance local communities, especially in densely populated areas and older neighborhoods. Funding is intended for the development and revitali

Grants of up to $50,000 to Delaware, Virginia, and Maryland nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit local residents in communities in which the Funding Source has a business presence. Funding is intended for programs that focus on the priority areas of workpla

Grants of up to $25,000 to California, Maryland, and Virginia nonprofit organizations in eligible watershed regions for projects that preserve and enhance oceanic ecosystems, improve water quality, and protect the environment. Funding is intended for all types of progra