Human Services Grants in Maryland

553 foundations fund human services programs in Maryland. See who they are, what they give, and how to reach them.

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These foundations have a track record of funding human services work in Maryland, based on IRS 990 grant data. Use the list below to find funders aligned with your mission, then sign up free to see how well your nonprofit fits each one.

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Live programs funding human services in Maryland that your nonprofit can apply to now.

Open nowCloses in 3 days (Aug 15, 2026)Award: Up to $5K

IDEA Grants

From Ausherman Family Trust C/O Marvin E Ausherman Trustee

Youth, Children & FamiliesPublic & Society BenefitHealth & Human Services+1 more

Who can apply: Open to Black-led nonprofits based in Frederick County; must qualify as a 501(c)(3) or be fiscally sponsored by one; not in startup phase (typically operating for less than 2 years); actively providing services during the past year; and have 100% board giving. Moderate to larger organizations should have at least 6 board members; smaller or emergent organizations should have 3-4 board members.

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Open nowRolling / open intakeAward: $1K – $3K

Legacy Grants

From Elmer L & Eleanor J Andersen Foundation

arts and humanitiescommunicationseducation+4 more

Who can apply: Nonprofit organizations whose work aligns with the foundation's mission, legacy grant focus areas, and other restrictions/deadlines. Applicants must complete an eligibility quiz before receiving access to the application form and submission instructions.

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Open nowCloses Sep 30, 2026Award: $100 – $5K

CFHC Impact Grants

From Community Foundation of Harfor

Animal welfareAnimal shelters (domestic and feral cats)Children+7 more

Who can apply: 501(c)(3) organizations and other tax-exempt organizations for charitable projects serving Harford County. Schools may be considered for designated Impact Grants. Individuals are not eligible. Faith-based projects must serve the wider community.

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Open nowCloses Oct 1, 2026

Recipient Application

From Rollie and Barbara Anderson Family Foundation

Christian valuesEvangelistic Christian beliefsEducation capital projects+7 more

Who can apply: Must be a qualified 501(c)(3) charity. Organizations that support evangelistic Christian values and beliefs are preferred.

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Open nowCloses Oct 1, 2026Award: $500+

Delaplaine Foundation Annual Grant Cycle (General Operating & Program Grants)

From Delaplaine Foundation

Cultural ArtsEducationHealth+3 more

Who can apply: Applicant must be an IRS-recognized tax-exempt public charity under Section 501(c)(3) and 509(a), or eligible 509(a) public institutions. Fiscal sponsorship with valid 501(c)(3) acceptable. Delaplaine does NOT fund individuals (scholarships), government agencies, organizations without an EIN, or for-profit businesses.

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Open nowCloses Oct 1, 2026Award: Varies by fund

Mid-Shore Community Foundation — Annual Grants to Mid-Shore Nonprofits

From Mid Shore Community Foundation

General operating supportProgrammatic supportCommunity development+4 more

Who can apply: Mid-Shore nonprofits; grants awarded in accordance with individual fund criteria. Applicants should consult program guidelines and the Foundation for specific fund eligibility.

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Largest Human Services in Maryland Foundations

BLUE MERIDIAN PARTNERS INC

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$352.9M

Total Assets

$2.1B

Median Grant

$2.2M

P12National
CATHOLIC CHARITIES DIOCESE OF FORT WORTH

Fort Worth, TX

Annual Giving

$226M

Total Assets

$76.9M

Median Grant

$8.2M

P20Local
DELIVERING GOOD INC

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$132.4M

Total Assets

$3.2M

Median Grant

$52K

P190National
FARMLINK PROJECT

LOS ANGELES, CA

Annual Giving

$106.7M

Total Assets

$9.5M

Median Grant

$138K

P20National
THDF II Inc DBA The Home Depot Foundation & Homer Fund

Atlanta, GA

Annual Giving

$69.4M

Total Assets

$267.4M

Median Grant

$104K

P60Regional
TIDES CENTER

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Annual Giving

$55.3M

Total Assets

$297.4M

Median Grant

$44K

P20National
NATIONAL URBAN LEAGUE INC

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$54.8M

Total Assets

$280.5M

Median Grant

$39K

P220National
WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT INC

JACKSONVILLE, FL

Annual Giving

$48.5M

Total Assets

$526.8M

Median Grant

$200K

P60National
POSSIBILITY LABS

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Annual Giving

$47.9M

Total Assets

$45.9M

Median Grant

$100K

P20National
National Council of YMCAs of the USA

Chicago, IL

Annual Giving

$44.1M

Total Assets

$260.5M

Median Grant

$34K

P270National
DALIO FAMILY FUND INC

WESTPORT, CT

Annual Giving

$40.2M

Total Assets

$4B

Median Grant

$100K

P20Regional
Democracy Fund Inc

Washington, DC

Annual Giving

$37.7M

Total Assets

$15.8M

Median Grant

$150K

P20National
CENTER FOR WORKFORCE INCLUSION INC

SILVER SPRING, MD

Annual Giving

$35.3M

Total Assets

$27M

Median Grant

$475K

P810National
JACKSON COUNTY COMMUNITY CHILDREN'S SERVICES FUND

KANSAS CITY, MO

Annual Giving

$27.4M

Total Assets

$30.5M

Median Grant

$171K

P30Local
PURE INC

BENTONVILLE, AR

Annual Giving

$27.3M

Total Assets

$1.4M

Median Grant

$47K

P12National
MARYLAND FAMILY NETWORK INC

BALTIMORE, MD

Annual Giving

$26.4M

Total Assets

$17.1M

Median Grant

$433K

P40BLocal
EDWARD CHARLES FOUNDATION

BEVERLY HILLS, CA

Annual Giving

$24.5M

Total Assets

$63.5M

Median Grant

$22K

P99National
THE FOODBANK OF MONMOUTH AND OCEAN COUNTIES INC D/B/A FULFILL

NEPTUNE, NJ

Annual Giving

$24.4M

Total Assets

$40.5M

Median Grant

$39K

P99ZLocal
MARGUERITE CASEY FOUNDATION

SEATTLE, WA

Annual Giving

$24.3M

Total Assets

$876.6M

Median Grant

$50K

P12National
EASTER SEALS INC

CHICAGO, IL

Annual Giving

$23.9M

Total Assets

$40.9M

Median Grant

$57K

P80National
INTERCHURCH MEDICAL ASSISTANCE INC

BALTIMORE, MD

Annual Giving

$23M

Total Assets

$71.1M

Median Grant

$288K

P20National
MARIE LAMFROM CHARITABLE FOUNDATION TRUST

WILSONVILLE, OR

Annual Giving

$20.5M

Total Assets

$374.9M

Median Grant

$25K

P20Local
YOUTHBRIDGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

SAINT LOUIS, MO

Annual Giving

$19.7M

Total Assets

$105.2M

Median Grant

$24K

P70ZRegional
For the Girls Inc

Wheaton, MD

Annual Giving

$19.5M

Total Assets

$4M

Median Grant

$16K

P85National
FAMILY LEAGUE OF BALTIMORE CITY INC

BALTIMORE, MD

Annual Giving

$17.8M

Total Assets

$15.7M

Median Grant

$77K

P400Local

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