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 (Sep 30, 2026)Award: $500+
Health and human servicesHistoric preservationArts+6 more
Who can apply: Applicants must provide direct benefits to Frederick County, Maryland and must be an existing nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization in good standing; a government or quasi-governmental agency applying for an extraordinary project not funded by tax revenue; a religious organization requesting funding for non-sectarian activities; or a civic group that is not a 501(c)(3) requesting funding for a community cause. Organizations may submit up to 10 applications, one per fund.
Who can apply: Organizations must be nonprofit entities qualified under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, located within Michigan and benefiting Michigan communities. Grants must serve charitable purposes and public benefit, and organizations may not discriminate based on age, creed, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation. The foundation generally does not fund capital projects unless initiated by the Foundation, fundraising events or conferences, individuals, K-12 schools, secondary schools or universities, lobbying or political campaigns, religious purposes unless initiated by the Foundation, units of government, or veterans organizations.
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.
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.
Animal welfareAnimal shelters caring for domestic and feral catsChildren+10 more
Who can apply: Any 501(c)(3) organization or other tax-exempt organization may apply for charitable projects that meet a public need under IRS guidelines. Schools may be considered for designated Impact Grants. Faith-based and religious entities may apply for projects addressing the wider community and not primarily benefiting one congregation or religion. Individuals are not eligible. Recipients of a 2025 Impact Grant must submit a Post-Grant Report to be eligible to apply in 2026. Grants generally support direct charitable project or program costs and capacity building; they generally do not fund routine ongoing expenses, capital projects, regranting, political or lobbying activities, or discriminatory programs.
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