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Grants for Maryland State, Local, Municipal & Tribal Governments

Find 521 active, human-verified grants for state and local governments, municipalities, Tribal Nations, cities, counties, school districts, and public agencies. Explore funding from federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate grantmakers across Maryland, updated daily.

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521 grants found

Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and IHEs to Enhance the Quality of Science an...

Deadline: 01/19/27

Grants to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, and institutions of higher education to enhance the quality of data collection related to science and technology. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks t...

GrantWatch ID#: 198672

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits and Agencies for Charitable Community Projects

Deadline: 02/18/27 LOI Date: 01/22/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to Maryland nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and faith-based organizations for charitable programs and projects addressing community needs in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry prior to applying for th...

GrantWatch ID#: 176693

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Projects and Activities that will Help Pro...

Deadline: 01/31/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools for projects and activities that will help protect first responders. Funding may be requested for equipment, training, repairs, and any other activities that will help protect...

GrantWatch ID#: 218103

Cooperative Agreements to USA, Canada, and International IHEs, Agencies, Nonprofits, and For-P...

Deadline: 02/05/27

Cooperative agreements to USA, Canada, and International IHEs, agencies, and nonprofit and for-profit organizations for translational research on disease processes. Applicants must obtain a Letter of Support and complete required registrations prior to applying. F...

GrantWatch ID#: 227843

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Agencies, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs for R&D o...

Deadline: 02/08/27

Grants to USA, Canada, and International agencies, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and IHEs for research and development of technologies to target specific brain cells. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 218075

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Businesses, Agencies, Tribes, and IHEs for Neural Research

Deadline: 02/11/27

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, small businesses, government agencies, Tribes, and IHEs for neural research. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended to support a range o...

GrantWatch ID#: 229346

Grants to Maryland Organizations, Schools, and Groups to Enhance Green Spaces in Local Urban A...

Deadline: 02/15/27

Grants of up to $1,000 to Maryland organizations, schools, and groups to enhance green areas and forest ecosystems throughout the State. Funding is intended to support community volunteer-based projects taking place on public lands in cities, towns, metropolitan a...

GrantWatch ID#: 179946

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits and Agencies for Forest Improvement Projects

Deadline: 02/15/27

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations, schools, neighborhood and business associations, academic institutions, and government agencies to promote the health, growth, and sustainability of urban and community forests. Funding is intended to support tree replan...

GrantWatch ID#: 222289

Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, and Agencies to Provide Research Experiences to S...

Deadline: 03/17/27 LOI Date: 02/17/27

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and agencies to provide research experiences to students. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to encourage people to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215142

Grants to USA IHEs, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies to Support Early-Career Researchers ...

Deadline: 02/26/27

Grants to USA and territories IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and agencies to support early-career researchers studying specific topics. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to sup...

GrantWatch ID#: 218296

In-Kind Professional Support to USA Entities for Local Conservation Efforts

Deadline: 03/01/27

In-kind professional support to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, tribes, government agencies, and community groups for recreation and conservation projects throughout the country. Applicants must contact the appropriate regional office before submittin...

GrantWatch ID#: 181356

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits and Agencies for Programs that Benefit Women and Girls

Deadline: 04/18/27 LOI Date: 03/22/27

Grants of up to $5,000 to Maryland nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and faith-based entities to address the needs of women and girls in eligible counties. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full application. Funding is in...

GrantWatch ID#: 180000

Cooperative Agreements to USA Agencies, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs for the Production a...

Deadline: 06/15/27 LOI Date: 05/16/27

Cooperative agreements to USA and territories agencies, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and IHEs to support the production and distribution of specific reagents at eligible facilities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several wee...

GrantWatch ID#: 217253

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, For-Profits, and IHEs to Develop Resources that Advance Bi...

Deadline: 06/14/27

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, for-profits, and institutions of higher education to develop resources that advance biomedical research. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to a...

GrantWatch ID#: 222170

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits and Agencies for Health-Related Services in Eligible Communities

Deadline: 07/01/27

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations and government agencies to improve the health and well-being of residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist organizations that provide medical care and health-related services. Eligible applicants serve...

GrantWatch ID#: 194164

Grants to USA and International Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and International nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, and agencies for initiatives to benefit families, children, and communities. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to submitting a full proposal. Focus areas include early care ...

GrantWatch ID#: 133552

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits and Agencies to Promote Cultural Tourism in Eligible Regions

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Maryland nonprofit organizations and municipalities for programs in a range of focus areas that promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that attract cultural heritage tourists to the region by creating a ...

GrantWatch ID#: 142888

Grants to Maryland Organizations, IHEs, and Agencies to Improve Nursing and Assisted Living Fa...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Maryland organizations, associations, institutions of higher education, government agencies, and private contractors for projects that enhance the quality of care for residents in assisted living and nursing home facilities. Funding is intended to suppor...

GrantWatch ID#: 144616

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits, Groups, and Agencies for Natural Resource Protection

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Maryland and West Virginia nonprofit and faith-based organizations, government agencies, civic and service groups, and community associations for community environmental projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects to en...

GrantWatch ID#: 145515

Grants to USA Tribes, Agencies, and Nonprofits to Strengthen Native Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA tribes, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations including schools and IHEs for projects that benefit Native nations and people. Grant funds are intended to support land-related projects. Eligible proposals support the recovery and retention ...

GrantWatch ID#: 154595

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies in Multiple States for Professional Developmen...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies in the funding source's service area to offer professional development opportunities to employees. The purpose of the program is to provide courses and classes that will enhanc...

GrantWatch ID#: 155787

Grants to USA IHEs, Research Organizations, For-Profits, Agencies, and Individuals for Innovat...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA IHEs, research organizations, for-profit organizations, government agencies, and individuals for innovative agricultural research. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Proposals are invited for high-p...

GrantWatch ID#: 161422

Grants to Maryland Law Enforcement Agencies, State's Attorneys' Offices, and the Attorney Gene...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Maryland law enforcement agencies, state's attorneys’ offices, and the attorney general's office to provide scholarships to staff members for continued learning opportunities. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to applying....

GrantWatch ID#: 162106

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Agencies for Research Addressing Equit...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and public agencies for research programs that address equitable healthcare policies and practices. A letter of inquiry is required before being invited to submit a full grant proposal. Funding is in...

GrantWatch ID#: 162242

In-Kind Grants to USA Agencies and Nonprofits in Multiple States to Develop Play Areas

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants to USA municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and businesses in multiple states to support the development of new playgrounds. The purpose of this program is to serve low-income communities that do not have a playspace or need to replace an unsafe...

GrantWatch ID#: 163580

Grants to USA Public Charities and Agencies in Multiple States to Enhance the Quality of Life

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA public charities, government agencies, and schools in multiple states to enhance the quality of life in communities served by the funding source. Priority is given to proposals in the areas of education, environmental stewardship, arts and culture, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 163623

Grants to USA Municipal and Nonprofit Organizations for Animal Disaster Relief

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA municipal and nonprofit organizations for disaster relief efforts that support animals and pet owners. Funding is intended for emergency supplies and equipment, veterinary care, urgent temporary repairs to facilities, and supplemental staffing and vo...

GrantWatch ID#: 165776

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs for Tree Planting Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Maryland nonprofit organizations, government agencies, faith-based organizations, and educational institutions for tree planting projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote environmental awareness by engaging county cit...

GrantWatch ID#: 166280

Grants to Maryland Individuals, Nonprofits, and Agencies for Forestry Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Maryland individuals, nonprofit organizations, faith-based groups, agencies, educational institutions, and conservation districts for reforestation projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that improve forest habitat and water qua...

GrantWatch ID#: 166548

In-Kind Donations of Equipment and Training to USA Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Create...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations of fruit trees, equipment, volunteer workers, and training to USA nonprofit organizations, public schools, and government entities to create orchards in communal and public places. Funding is intended to improve the surrounding environment and pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 169156

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Municipalities for Book Publication

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $12,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and municipalities to support efforts to produce and publish non-fiction books. Funding is intended for publications on the subjects of art, architecture and design; cultural history, the cit...

GrantWatch ID#: 170317

Grants and Loans to USA Nonprofits and Agencies to Develop Community Facilities in Rural Regio...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and loans to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and Tribes located in rural areas to support the development of community facilities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several days to complete. Eligible u...

GrantWatch ID#: 174366

In-Kind Donations of Books to USA Nonprofits, Schools, IHEs, and Agencies to Supplement Librar...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations of books to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, colleges and universities, museums and libraries, and local, state, and federal government agencies to build library collections. The books must be chosen in person by a representative at the fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 174863

Grants to USA Law Enforcement Agencies for Costs Related to Purchasing and Training Police Dogs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $4,500 to USA and territories law enforcement agencies for acquiring skilled and efficient police dogs. Funding is intended to assist police departments with the overwhelming costs needed to acquire a trained canine. Funding may be used to help cov...

GrantWatch ID#: 178293

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits, Schools, Faith-Based Groups, and Agencies for Programs in Eligi...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to Maryland nonprofit organizations, schools, faith-based organizations, and government agencies for programs and projects that benefit residents in eligible regions. Focus areas include emergency assistance, funding for nonprofit work in s...

GrantWatch ID#: 180047

Grants to USA, Puerto Rico, and Sovereign Tribes Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs to Promote Pos...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Puerto Rico, and sovereign tribes nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and IHEs for programs that promote postsecondary success for underserved students. Funding is intended to improve the quality of and access to higher education in order ...

GrantWatch ID#: 183148

Grants and Fellowships to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs for Agricultural Research

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and fellowships to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and individuals for agricultural research and educational programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. The purpose of this program is t...

GrantWatch ID#: 183747

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools in Eligible Regions to Support Vete...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, government entities, law enforcement agencies, fire departments, schools and IHEs in eligible states and provinces for programs that support local active members of the U.S. military, military vete...

GrantWatch ID#: 184771

Grants to Ontario, Quebec, and USA Nonprofits, Schools, Universities, and Agencies in Eligible...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ontario, Quebec, and USA nonprofit organizations, schools, colleges, universities, and government entities in eligible states for services that have a significant and discernible impact on their local communities. Funding is intended to support regional ...

GrantWatch ID#: 184772

In-Kind Donations of Transportation Services and Equipment to USA and Canada Nonprofits, Agenc...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations of transportation freight services and equipment to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, state and local governments, schools, and IHEs in multiple states in which the funding source has a business presence. This program provides participants ...

GrantWatch ID#: 184783

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies for Animal Welfare Activities Following Disasters

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies to respond to animal welfare needs following disasters and emergencies. Funding is intended for a wide range of services and equipment related to animal welfare activities, including veterinary care, me...

GrantWatch ID#: 185764

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Tribes, IHEs, and Agencies to Assist Communities After Disasters

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, tribes, IHEs, and agencies to benefit those who were affected by tornadoes, floods, and other natural disasters. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take up to several weeks to complete. Fun...

GrantWatch ID#: 186734

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Collaborative Projects Addressing Internet Security

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists affiliated with nonprofit organizations, including IHEs, government research institutions, and hospitals, for collaborative research projects addressing internet security. Funding is intended to support partnerships between Isra...

GrantWatch ID#: 186927

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Research Addressing Cellular and Molecular Living Syst...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists affiliated with nonprofit organizations, including IHEs, government research institutions, and hospitals, for collaborative research projects addressing complex living systems at the cellular, molecular, and subcellular levels. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 187101

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Collaborative Research in Earth Sciences

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists affiliated with qualified institutions for collaborative research projects in the earth sciences. Funding is intended for projects that explore our understanding of the evolution, composition, and structure of the Earth and its ...

GrantWatch ID#: 187103

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Collaborative Research Projects on Communications and ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists affiliated with nonprofit organizations, including government research institutions, IHEs, and hospitals, for collaborative research projects related to computer and information science. Funding is intended to support education ...

GrantWatch ID#: 187108

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Research Projects Related to Computers and Technology

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists affiliated with nonprofit organizations, including IHEs, government research institutions, and hospitals, for cooperative research projects in the area of computers and technology. Funding is intended to support research activit...

GrantWatch ID#: 187109

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists at IHEs for Research Projects Related to Information Techn...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientist teams associated with IHEs, agencies, and hospitals for research projects related to technology and artificial intelligence. Funding is intended to support projects exploring the relationships between people, computers, and infor...

GrantWatch ID#: 187110

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Canadian War Memorial Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and for-profits, and Canadian provinces and municipalities for commemorative memorials that honor Canada's servicemen. Funding is intended to support building new memorials or restor...

GrantWatch ID#: 190275

Grants and In-Kind Assistance to USA Nonprofits and Agencies to Construct Skateboard Parks in ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind assistance to USA nonprofit organizations and governmental agencies to create skateboard parks in disadvantaged communities. Funding is intended to support the design, development, and construction of new facilities and parks that are safe, free...

GrantWatch ID#: 191884
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