Open opportunities posted by Maryland state agencies — from the OpenGrants database and from Maryland Community Compass — that do not yet have a verified program card above. They appear here automatically as the data updates; the deadline and amounts are the listing's own. Each becomes a card once an editor verifies it against the official page.
Maryland Grow Your Own Educators Grant Program
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
The Maryland Grow Your Own (GYO) Educators Grant Program funds partnerships called collaboratives between local school systems, employee organizations, and Maryland higher education institutions to create sustainable, on-the-job teacher licensure pathways. Grants go to local school systems (Local Education Agencies) to support school-based employees — including noncertified education support professionals and provisional teachers — who pursue full teacher licensure while continuing to work. Teacher candidates receive financial support during their preparation (including tuition, textbooks, and fees at no cost to participants) and commit to a three-year service pledge as full-time teachers in a high-needs school, grade level, or content area within the same local school system. Round 2 has $19,400,000 available with approximately 24 anticipated grant awards, covering a grant period of July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2030. Funds may not supplant existing state, local, institutional, or federal funds.
Deadline: Jun 30, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Fine Arts Initiative Grant FY 2026
Maryland State Department of Education
$1,000 – $70,367
Recurring
The Fine Arts Initiative Program provides grant funding to local education agencies (LEAs) in Maryland to supplement LEA funding for fine arts education. Established in Fiscal Year 2000 by the Maryland General Assembly, the program supports all students in achieving or exceeding Maryland State Standards in the arts — including dance, media arts, music, theater, and visual art — for grades prekindergarten through 12. Applicants must show alignment to COMAR 13A.04.16 Programs in Fine Arts. Up to $494,072 in total funding is available, distributed across up to 25 LEAs. The grant period runs July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026.
Deadline: Aug 1, 2025
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Child Care Career and Professional Development Fund (CCCPDF)
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Open
The Child Care Career and Professional Development Fund (CCCPDF) is a tuition assistance program administered by the Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Early Childhood (Office of Child Care), that supports qualified child care providers in Maryland pursuing a college degree at participating accredited colleges and universities. Funding covers tuition, fees, and required textbooks for degrees in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, Special Education, or other related fields approved by the state. Payments are made directly to the participating college or university on behalf of the recipient — funds are not reimbursed to participants. Participants must be enrolled in or working toward eligibility through the Maryland Child Care Credentialing Program at Level Two or higher. The program also provides grant funding to child care providers to support recruitment, professional development activities, and expansion of degree attainment in the early childhood care field to improve overall quality of child care programs. Recipients must commit to continued service as a child care provider in a licensed program proportional to the total scholarship amount received (e.g., associate's degree = 2-year commitment, bachelor's degree = 4-year commitment, master's degree = 2.5-year commitment, all at minimum 20 hours per week). The program is regulated by state statute under COMAR 13A.14.09.08 and Md. Code Ann. Education Article §9.5–905. Funding is distributed on an annual basis as long as funding is available.
Deadline: Mar 1, 2027
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Push to Pre-K Initiative
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
Push to Pre-K helps child care providers expand their services and access state prekindergarten (Pre-K) funding. Pre-K Specialists from Maryland's Office of Child Care guide providers through every step of the process, including meeting requirements and completing the Pre-K grant application. The program aims to help child care businesses grow and access state pre-K funding.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Title I, Part D - Subpart 2, LEA Neglected, Delinquent or At Risk Grant
Maryland State Department of Education
$11,996 – $311,887
Recurring
The Maryland State Department of Education awards subgrants to Local Education Agencies (LEAs) that have high numbers or percentages of children and youth in locally operated juvenile correctional facilities, including facilities involved in community day programs. This federal grant program is authorized under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), as amended in 2015, and is also known as the Prevention and Intervention Programs for Children and Youth Who Are Neglected, Delinquent or At Risk. Eligible uses include transition services, educational programming, social/health services coordination, workforce preparation, and family engagement for students returning from correctional facilities and at-risk populations.
Deadline: Feb 20, 2023
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
School Breakfast Program (SBP)
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Open
The School Breakfast Program (SBP) reimburses schools and residential child care institutions with federal dollars for meals that meet USDA nutrition standards. It provides students with a nutritious breakfast to support learning, with studies showing links to higher test scores, better behavior, reduced food insecurity, and fewer absences. Students from families with incomes at or below 130–185% of the federal poverty level may receive meals at free or reduced prices. All 24 Maryland public school systems and 17 non-profit private schools and residential childcare institutions participate, serving over 898,000 students.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Broadening Options and Opportunities for Students Today (BOOST) Scholarship Program
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
The BOOST Scholarship Program provides scholarship awards to help eligible low-income students attend participating nonpublic (private) schools in Maryland. Students must qualify for free or reduced-price meals (FARMs) and be enrolled or accepted at a participating nonpublic school for grades K–12. Award amounts vary based on household income, student grade level, special education status (IEP/IFSP/504 plan), and financial assistance provided by the school. The scholarship check is sent directly to the school and credited toward tuition. Approximately $9 million is available for an estimated ~2,500 awards; the prior year funded ~2,800 students across 19 Maryland jurisdictions. Priority is given to current recipients and their siblings. Awards cannot be transferred to another student, and a prorated refund is required if the student withdraws before April 30, 2027.
Deadline: May 8, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
MSDE Grant Programs
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Open
Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) administers a wide range of formula and non-formula grant programs for education-related purposes across Maryland. This page serves as a central index listing all active and past grant programs, linking to individual program pages for eligibility details and application instructions.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Career and Technical Education (CTE) Career Cluster and Program Affiliate Grant
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
This grant, funded through federal Perkins V funds, supports the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) in identifying and partnering with CTE career cluster and program affiliate organizations—including two- and four-year colleges and universities, community-based organizations, nonprofits, for-profit organizations, industry associations, and government entities—to support the development, implementation, and expansion of Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs across Maryland. Funded partners work with MSDE to provide professional learning to CTE teachers and administrators, develop content and curriculum resources for CTE programs of study, support Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs), help convene Statewide Program Advisory Committees (PACs), offer continuing professional development credits to instructors, and offer articulated or transcripted college credit to CTE students. Partners also help students access career programs of study aligned to high-skill, high-wage, or in-demand careers, gain work-based learning experiences, earn industry-recognized credentials, and participate in registered apprenticeship programs before graduation. A total of $500,000 is available per grant cycle with individual awards not to exceed $60,000 (an estimated 8–10 grants to be awarded). This is a recurring annual grant program; the FY 2027 grant period had an application deadline of July 30, 2026.
Deadline: Jul 30, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
TogetherMD Grant Program SFY 2027
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
The TogetherMD Grant program (formerly Maryland Elevates) is designed to narrow gaps for infants and toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities and their families in a comprehensive system of early intervention and special education services, birth through age 21. The program targets disparities impacting children and families across priority needs, with emphasis on high-leverage strategies and evidence-based practices to transform early intervention and special education. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations, community-based partners, and Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) that demonstrate commitment to equitable and accelerated outcomes in inclusive learning environments, evidence-based and data-driven practices, and innovative solutions for growing teacher capacity and instructional leadership.
Deadline: Jun 26, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Maryland EXCELS Quality Rating and Improvement System
Maryland State Department of Education
$1,000 – $13,500
Open
Maryland EXCELS is a voluntary statewide Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) for licensed child care and early education programs in Maryland, including early childhood programs, public pre-kindergarten programs, and school-age child care programs. Using nationally recognized standards and best practices, programs are evaluated against standards that exceed state licensing requirements and earn a quality rating from 1 to 5 based on standards in developmentally appropriate practice, professional development, and family engagement. Providers upload evidence of meeting Maryland EXCELS Standards into an online system and receive ratings for each standard area and an overall rating. The published quality rating is available to families to help them choose high-quality care and education. Programs accepting Child Care Scholarship reimbursement are required to participate. Participants at every level receive a road map, training, guidance from regional Quality Assurance Specialists and Program Coordinators, access to local Child Care Resource and Referral Centers, peer support, promotional tools, and discounts from vendors and partner organizations to support continuous quality improvement. There is no cost to participate. Participants also receive assigned Program Coordinators for rating document review, virtual training sessions approved by MSDE, Core of Knowledge hours and certificates, Continuous Quality Improvement visits, and access to the Maryland EXCELS Toolkit and Maryland Child Care Resource Network. Programs at Quality Ratings 3, 4, and 5 also receive increased reimbursement on Child Care Scholarship invoices: at Quality Rating Level 3, programs receive 10 at22% above base; at Level 4, 19 at37% above base; at Level 5, 26 at44% above base. Family child care homes receive 10 at29% above base rates and child care centers receive 10 at44% above base rates depending on rating level and child age. Payments appear as 'EXCELS' line items on the Invoice Detail Report. Additionally, participants may receive quality improvement bonuses. Maryland EXCELS Bonuses are flat-rate payments ranging from $1,000 to $13,500 distributed to child care programs when they publish a quality rating for the first time or re-publish a quality rating of 4 or 5. Bonus amounts depend on the type of program (child care center, family child care, or large family home), the quality rating achieved, and the center's capacity. No application is required — eligible programs automatically receive payment by check or direct deposit, typically within 60 days of publishing the qualifying rating. The bonus program is funded through the Blueprint for Maryland's Future legislation and runs from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2027. Maryland Accreditation is a voluntary quality recognition program for licensed child care centers and public pre-K programs. Programs demonstrate their commitment to high-quality early childhood education by meeting Maryland Accreditation Standards through a 24-month process that includes self-appraisal, a program improvement plan, a validation visit, and optional technical assistance. Once awarded, accreditation is valid for five years, with Annual Updates required in years 1–3 and re-accreditation beginning 24 months before expiration. Benefits include eligibility for Maryland EXCELS Quality Rating 5, higher EXCELS payments, access to Accreditation Support Funds for purchasing instructional materials, and eligibility to participate in Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood Plus (MCCYN+). Maryland EXCELS also recognizes programs that go above and beyond standard quality rating requirements through Additional Achievements — such as accreditation, asthma and allergy safety training, cultural and linguistic competency, eco-friendly practices, family engagement, health and wellness, Judy Center partnerships, military child care participation, and quality business practices — awarding public recognition badges displayed in the Maryland EXCELS Find a Program Directory. Professional development and technical assistance services are available statewide through twelve regional Child Care Resource Centers covering all regions of Maryland.
Deadline: Jun 30, 2027
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Judy Center Grants
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
A competitive grant program administered by the Division of Early Childhood at the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). It provides funding for local school systems to establish new Judy Centers that deliver comprehensive early care and education services for children from birth through age five and their families, with the goal of promoting school readiness. Judy Centers must be located in communities with Title 1 schools or high-needs communities (as designated by the CDC's Social Vulnerability Index score of 0.6 or above). The program also includes a renewal grant track that allows established Judy Centers to renew their programs for an additional three-year period at the end of their grant period. Renewal grants are 3-year awards totaling $990,000 ($330,000 per year) and fund early childhood readiness initiatives targeting kindergarten readiness, including family engagement, professional development, case management, and performance tracking via the Kindergarten Readiness Assessment (KRA).
Deadline: May 16, 2022
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Goodwill Excel Center Adult High School Pilot Program (AHSP) Grant
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
This grant supports the operating costs of the Goodwill Excel Center in Baltimore City as an approved Adult High School Pilot Program (AHSP) in Maryland. The AHSP develops career pathways and equitable opportunities for adults who did not graduate from high school to earn a high school diploma, postsecondary education credits, and industry-recognized certifications in a learning environment designed for adult learners. The program also seeks to build partnerships with community schools, workforce development organizations, colleges, and universities to improve literacy and job-specific skills for adult high school learners. Only one grant is awarded per cycle, exclusively to The Excel Center operated by Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake, Inc.
Deadline: Sep 10, 2025
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Nonpublic School Health and Security Program
Maryland State Department of Education
$8,403 – $60,070
Recurring
The Nonpublic School Health and Security (NSHS) program provides grant funds to nonpublic schools for school nurses, other health services (including mental health professionals), and school security measures (such as surveillance systems, alarm systems, and trained security personnel). Eligible schools are those that enrolled at least one BOOST Scholarship student during Fiscal Year 2026 or participated in the Nonpublic Textbook Program in FY2026. The program aims to ensure nonpublic schools can deliver quality education while prioritizing student health and safety. The program is reimbursement-based and recurs annually.
Deadline: Sep 23, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) Grant Program
Maryland State Department of Education
$50,000 – $400,000
Recurring
The Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) grant program is a federal competitive grant program (Title IV, Part B) administered by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) that funds eligible organizations to operate community learning centers providing academic enrichment opportunities and a broad array of additional services during non-school hours or periods when school is not in session. Programs reinforce and complement regular school-day instruction, target students' academic needs, and provide families with opportunities for active and meaningful engagement in their children's education. Centers must also offer literacy instruction and related educational development programs for families of participating students. The program targets students and families attending Title I schoolwide-eligible schools or schools with a high percentage of students from low-income families. Eligible service sites include Title I schools serving at least 40% low-income students, high schools with graduation rates below 67%, and other schools identified by the LEA as needing intervention and support. Two tracks are available: a new competitive application open to eligible organizations and a continuation application for FY2025 grant recipients seeking Year 3 funding for the 2026–2027 grant period. Continuation applicants must submit programmatic and fiscal outcome data for 2025–2026 and a 2026–2027 grants management plan. Subgrants are awarded for a three-year cohort period (non-renewable; after grant ends, subgrantees must reapply), with a minimum award of $50,000 and a maximum of $400,000 per subgrantee per year. Total funding is approximately $22.6 million (FY25), with 93% allocated to out-of-school time programs. Grants are reimbursement-based; a 15% advance is available for start-up costs. Matching contributions are required (Year I: 10% in-kind; Year II: 15%; Year III: 20%). Grantees attend bi-monthly networking meetings that provide technical assistance from MSDE staff, peer-to-peer support, and other resources. Competitive priority is given to programs serving students in communities with rural locale codes. Subgrantees may not generate program income as a direct result of the federal award, and unobligated funds at end of the grant year cannot be carried over.
Deadline: Aug 29, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
National School Lunch Program
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost, or free lunches to children each school day. Schools and residential child care institutions receive federal reimbursement for meals that comply with USDA nutrition standards. All 24 Maryland public school systems and 22 nonprofit private schools and residential childcare institutions participate, giving over 900,000 students access to nutritious lunches and snacks daily. Funds help offset the cost of producing meals for students. Children may receive free or reduced-price meals based on household income, categorical eligibility (e.g., SNAP, Medicaid), or school-wide programs like the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP).
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Perkins V Formula Grant – Career and Technical Education Local Application (Perkins V)
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
The Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (Perkins V) Formula Grant is the largest grant provided by the Maryland State Department of Education's Division of College and Career Pathways (DCCP). It distributes federal formula funds to support Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs at the secondary (grades 5–12) and postsecondary levels across all fifty states and territories. In Maryland, eligible local education agencies (LEAs) and postsecondary institutions submit a local application aligning their goals with creating high-quality CTE programs. The program invests in program improvement, alignment across grades 5–12 and postsecondary education, workforce preparation, and economic development. Maryland distributes approximately $20,813,669 in federal formula funds to an estimated 40 local eligible recipients through a local application process. The grant period for FY2025 runs July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026.
Deadline: Jul 1, 2024
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Lacrosse Opportunities Grant FY 2026
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
Provides lacrosse opportunities for children under the age of 18, with a specific focus on increasing participation among minority students. The program supports Local Education Agencies (LEAs) and eligible nonprofits recognized by USA Lacrosse as members of the Urban Lacrosse Alliance that serve jurisdictions where at least 80% of students are minority students. Authorized by Maryland House Bill 708 (Maryland Code, Education § 2-305). Total funding available is $40,000 with between one and four grants anticipated. A 100% matching requirement applies; the grant may not exceed 50% of total project costs.
Deadline: Dec 8, 2025
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Title IV, Part A – Student Support and Academic Enrichment (SSAE) Program
Maryland State Department of Education
$30,000,000,000
Recurring
The Student Support and Academic Enrichment (SSAE) program, authorized under Title IV, Part A of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) / Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), provides formula-based subgrants to local educational agencies (LEAs) in Maryland to improve student academic achievement. Funds support three areas: providing access to a well-rounded education, improving safe and healthy school conditions for student learning, and expanding effective use of technology for academic achievement and digital literacy. LEAs receiving at least $30,000 must allocate at least 20% of funds to well-rounded education activities and at least 20% to safe and healthy student initiatives. No more than 15% of funds may be used for purchasing technology infrastructure. Allowable costs include salaries, wages, stipends, fringe benefits, contracted services, equipment, materials/supplies, travel, up to 2% administrative costs, and indirect costs. Construction/renovation and certain transportation costs are generally prohibited. Total FY23 funding was $21,715,506 distributed by formula across approximately 25 grantees.
Deadline: Oct 14, 2022
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Early Head Start – Child Care Partnership Quality Enhancement Grant FY24
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
This grant supports Maryland's Early Head Start–Child Care Partnership (EHS-CCP) grantees in strengthening and sustaining high-quality learning environments for infants and toddlers in low-income families. Funding helps existing EHS-CCP programs improve the quality of learning environments, enhance social-emotional and mental health supports and services for children and families, and provide professional development for Early Head Start and child care staff. Approximately $750,000 in total funding is available with up to four grant awards estimated, distributed on a reimbursement basis for approved program expenses. The grant period was July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024.
Deadline: Aug 31, 2023
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Maryland Child Care Credential (MCCC) Program
Maryland State Department of Education
$200 – $1,500
Recurring
A voluntary statewide professional development and recognition program administered by the Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Early Childhood, Credentialing Branch, that recognizes and rewards individual child care providers who go beyond the minimum requirements of Maryland's licensing and registration regulations for training, education, and experience. The program supports career advancement through approved training, work experience, and professional activities, and aims to develop a professional early childhood workforce, improve provider compensation, and provide a structure for career growth. Child care staff can achieve up to seven credential levels and administrators up to four levels. Participants earn achievement bonuses ranging from $200 to $1,500, training vouchers, and tuition assistance based on their credential level. Staff bonuses of $200–$1,000 are awarded one-time at Levels 2, 3, and 4 and annually at Levels 4+, 5, and 6; administrator bonuses range from $600–$1,500 (one-time at Level 1; annually at Levels 2, 3, 4). After being paused on June 30, 2024, the program relaunched in a phased approach beginning with renewal applications. Phase One renewal applications opened April 30, 2026 and closed June 30, 2026. Phase Two is under development with no announced timeline. New applicant applications will be announced in a future phase. Professional development documentation requirements were waived for the current renewal cycle.
Deadline: Jun 30, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Student Achievement Initiative (SAI) Grant Program
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
A grant program administered by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) that provides grants to eligible non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations and State Aided Institutions (SAIs) serving Maryland public K-12 schools. The program supports educational enrichment programming aligned with Maryland curricular standards and the Blueprint for Maryland's Future. Application materials and resources are available for multiple fiscal years (FY2026, FY2027, FY2028), indicating an ongoing, cyclical grant program.
Deadline: Jun 5, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
State-Aided Institutions (SAI) FY 2024 Grant
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
The State-Aided Institutions (SAI) grant program provides funding to state-aided educational institutions in Maryland. The FY 2024 cycle required organizations to use their FY 2023 appropriation as the baseline amount for applications. MSDE held virtual customer service support sessions to help applicants understand the program requirements and application process.
Deadline: Jun 3, 2022
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
IDEA Part B Grants for Local Education Agencies and Public Agencies (LEA/PA Part B) – Local Application for Federal Funds (LAFF)
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Open
Federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part B grant program administered by the Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Special Education. Each Maryland local education agency (LEA) and public agency (PA) receiving federal IDEA Part B funds must develop and submit an annual Local Application for Federal Funds (LAFF) documenting how federal funds will be spent to support special education programs and services, providing a free appropriate public education (FAPE) for children and students with disabilities. Funds are available under IDEA Part B Sections 611 (school-age children, ages 3–21) and 619 (preschool children with disabilities). LEAs identified with significant disproportionality are required to reserve 15% of Part B 611 and 619 funds for Comprehensive Coordinated Early Intervening Services (CCEIS). All applications, budgets, and post-award submissions are uploaded to the MSDE MOVEit Secure File Transfer site following specified naming and submission procedures. The current cycles include FFY 2025 / SFY 2026 and SFY 2027.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Maryland National Board Certification Support Program Grant FY 2027
Maryland State Department of Education
$840,000
Recurring
Provides funding to local education agencies (LEAs) in Maryland to support teachers pursuing National Board Certification. Grant activities include virtual and in-person candidate support, training and support for local National Board facilitators, one-on-one support by trained facilitators, and materials and technology for professional learning. The program aims to build a statewide career ladder for teachers and increase the number of National Board Certified Teachers in Maryland, with an equity focus on increasing NBCTs of color and NBCTs working in low-performing schools. Authorized under Education Article §6-1008 (Incentive Program for Certification by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards) and the Blueprint for Maryland's Future legislation. Grant period: July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027.
Deadline: Jun 15, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Therapeutic Child Care Grant Program
Maryland State Department of Education
$500,000
Recurring
Provides competitive grants to licensed, non-profit or for-profit, health/medical-based child care providers serving children under age 6 with developmental delays, physical disabilities, chronic medical conditions, or delays in social, emotional, or behavioral functioning. Programs must be person-centered and operate in coordination with early education services. Eligible facilities must have qualified staff and equipment, demonstrate alignment with the National Standards for Systems of Care for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs, and show partnerships with hospitals and medical facilities for medical care as well as with school systems and local agencies for referral and consultation services. Priority is given to programs enrolling children from low-income families receiving child care subsidies through the MSDE Child Care Scholarship Program. MSDE reserves the right to renew the grant for two additional funding years through June 30, 2030, contingent on available funds, compliance, and state budget approval. The program was authorized in 2022 in Md. Code Ann. Education §8-420 and amended by the Maryland General Assembly in 2025 (SB0359).
Deadline: May 26, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Maryland Project A.W.A.R.E. Fiscal Year 2025
Maryland State Department of Education
$1,664,789.3
Recurring
Maryland Project A.W.A.R.E. (Advancing Wellness and Resilience in Education) is a SAMHSA-funded grant program administered by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) that builds or expands the capacity of State Education Agencies (SEAs) in partnership with State Mental Health Agencies (SMHAs) and local education agencies (LEAs) to support school-aged youth mental health. The program increases awareness of mental health issues among school-aged youth, provides training for school personnel and adults who interact with school-aged youth to detect and respond to mental health issues, and connects youth who may have behavioral health issues or serious mental illness and their families to needed services. Only those who received the Years 1-3 award are eligible to reapply (continuation grant).
Deadline: Aug 30, 2024
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Bard High School Early College Baltimore Grant
Maryland State Department of Education
$300,000
Recurring
The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) administers an annual grant to Bard High School Early College Baltimore (Bard Baltimore), established by Maryland House Bill 150 (Amendment 46) of 2017. Bard Baltimore is a four-year, tuition-free early college high school where students can earn 60 transferable college credits and an Associate of Arts degree from Bard College alongside a high school diploma. The program serves high school-age students — particularly those from low-income and historically underrepresented communities recruited from under-resourced middle schools in Baltimore City. MSDE releases a Grant Information Guide (GIG) and Application for Participation each fiscal year and awards one grant of up to $300,000 annually to support the program. Bard Baltimore is part of a national network of Bard Early College campuses.
Deadline: Aug 15, 2025
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Read and Lead Maryland: The MD Comprehensive Literacy State Development (CLSD) Grant
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
A federally funded grant administered by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) to transform literacy outcomes across Maryland. MSDE received a $40 million, five-year award from the U.S. Department of Education and sub-grants approximately $38 million to eligible local education agencies (LEAs) through a competitive application process. The program focuses on addressing literacy achievement gaps, promoting evidence-based literacy instruction, and building educator capacity from birth through grade 12. Funded strategies include literacy coaching, multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS), structured literacy instruction, professional learning models, high-quality instructional materials (HQIM), partnerships with institutions of higher education, evidence-based practices in gifted and talented programming, English Learner support, intervention delivery, and staffing of coaches and literacy specialists. Subgrantees are subject to ongoing quarterly desk monitoring and periodic onsite monitoring under a compliance framework aligned with 2 CFR Part 200 and 34 CFR Part 75.
Deadline: Apr 28, 2025
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Museums of Cultural Import Field Trip Grant Program
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
This grant program provides Maryland local school systems (local education agencies) with funds to cover expenses for student field trips to Museums of Cultural Import in Washington, D.C., or Maryland. Eligible museums include the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, the National Museum of African American History and Culture, the Jewish Museum of Maryland, and the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History and Culture. The program is authorized under Maryland Educational Law §7–134.
Deadline: Jun 19, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Family Child Care Provider Direct Grant Fund Program
Maryland State Department of Education
$500 – $1,000
Confirm with agency
The Family Child Care Provider Direct Grant Fund Program (FCCPDGFP) helps new registered family child care providers offset some of the costs of opening their child care programs. As part of Maryland's Preschool Development Grant Birth through Age Five award, the grant amount was doubled from $500 to $1,000. Eligibility is based on certain income levels and family size requirements. The program is available statewide, with regional offices serving specific counties, including Region 9 - Lower Shore Office serving Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester Counties.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
State-Aided Institutions (SAI) Field Trip Grant
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) administers the State-Aided Institutions (SAI) grant programs. The SAI Field Trip Grant provides funds to Local Education Agencies (LEAs) in Maryland to cover transportation costs for students taking field trips to non-profit educational institutions designated as State-Aided Institutions. Priority is given to high-needs schools where more than 40% of enrolled students receive or are eligible for the federal Free and Reduced Price Meal (FARMs) program. A total of $600,000 is available for the FY27 grant cycle, with approximately 25 estimated grants awarded using a base award plus per-pupil award model. Additionally, MSDE provides annual grants directly to qualified non-profit SAI organizations that offer enriching educational programs to Maryland students, including experiential learning, mentoring, tutoring, free or reduced admission, full-day and residential field trips, and professional development for teachers. For fiscal year 2027, approximately $6,706,449 was available with an estimated 60–65 grants distributed; for FY2028, fifty-seven programs are funded across the state. In FY2023 the program served approximately 440,000 Maryland students and teachers. Currently funded organizations use the prior fiscal year appropriation as the baseline amount for applications. Eligible budget uses include salaries, wages, and stipends for direct service to students and educators; supplies and materials for educational programs; and outreach, engagement, and marketing tools. Funds cannot be used for operating costs (property repair, maintenance, taxes, insurance, utilities, furniture, administrative/leadership salaries, office supplies, or rent). Less than 50% of an organization's budget may come from state grants (with a noted exception for the Baltimore Zoo).
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
MSDE Home Visiting - Healthy Families Grant (FY 27)
Maryland State Department of Education
$55,000 – $350,000
Recurring
This grant program funds community-based home visiting services for vulnerable families with young children ages birth to five across Maryland. The program strengthens parent-child bonds, promotes school readiness, improves maternal health outcomes, addresses childhood trauma and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), reduces racial and ethnic disparities, and supports family economic self-sufficiency. Grantees implement evidence-based or promising home visiting models in partnership with local communities, with alignment to Maryland's Indicators of Child Well-Being and the ENOUGH Act of 2024. Grants are awarded to eligible public and private organizations to implement evidence-based home visiting models.
Deadline: May 26, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health Support Services Program
Maryland State Department of Education
$150,000 – $500,000
Recurring
This program has two related components. At the statewide level, the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), Division of Early Childhood, awards competitive grants to non-profit, public, and eligible for-profit agencies licensed in Maryland with proven capacity to provide Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) Services. These grants support positive mental and behavioral health practices for young children with developmental, social, emotional, or behavioral issues, building the capacity of early care and education providers and family members to promote healthy social-emotional development, and providing consultation, referrals, and services to children, families, teachers, and caregivers. For the FY27 grant cycle, $3,000,000 total is available, with MSDE anticipating approximately 10 grant awards ranging from $150,000 to $500,000 each. MSDE reserves the right to renew the grant for two additional funding years through June 30, 2030. At the county level, Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services connects licensed mental health professionals directly with licensed early care and education providers and families. Consultants observe children and classrooms, gather information through conversations with parents and child care staff, and develop individualized strategies to support children's social and emotional development in child care settings and at home. The goal is to foster positive environments, reduce challenging behaviors, prepare children for school, reduce the chance of expulsions, and support families with referrals and coordination with other professionals such as pediatricians and therapists.
Deadline: Jun 1, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Blueprint for Maryland's Future State Aid to Local School Systems
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) calculates, distributes, and monitors state education funding for Maryland's local school systems (LSSs) under the Blueprint for Maryland's Future. The funding formula allocates funding through three primary categories: (1) Base Amount — foundation aid per enrolled student; (2) Weighted Amounts — targeted funding for multilingual learners, students with disabilities, students in poverty, college and career readiness, early literacy (TSI), Pre-K, teacher career ladders, compensatory education, and concentration of poverty; and (3) Program Amounts — transportation aid, comparable wage index adjustment, and guaranteed tax base aid for less-wealthy counties. State and local shares are determined based on local wealth as defined in Maryland law. Annual amounts increase through a planned 10-year phase-in of the Blueprint for Maryland's Future.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Maryland Special Education Family Engagement Grant SFY 2027
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
This grant provides funding to equip families, educators, and Local Family Support Specialists (LFSS) with shared training, aligned tools, and coordinated support structures that promote positive outcomes for students with disabilities. The grant focuses on research-based training to strengthen communication between families and IEP teams, implementing consistent evidence-based behavioral support models aligned across home and school, building sustainable local capacity, creating accessible statewide resources, and supporting leadership development and dissemination of effective practices. Funds support two priority areas, each receiving $150,000, for a total of $300,000 available.
Deadline: Jul 26, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Title I, Part A – Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESSA)
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
Title I, Part A provides financial assistance to local educational agencies (LEAs) and public schools with high numbers or high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure all children receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education and meet challenging academic standards, closing educational achievement gaps. Funds support social-emotional learning, extra instruction in reading and mathematics, additional teachers, instructional materials, and after-school and summer programs. Federal funds are allocated to LEAs and schools through four statutory formulas based primarily on census poverty estimates and the cost of education in each state. All 24 LEAs in Maryland receive Title I funds. Grant period runs July 1 to September 30 of the following year (27-month period of availability: 15-month initial award plus 12-month Tydings period).
Deadline: Sep 30, 2022
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Comprehensive Coordinated Early Intervening Services (CCEIS)
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
CCEIS is a federally required program under IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) that requires local education agencies (LEAs) identified by Maryland as having significant racial or ethnic disproportionality in special education identification, placement, or disciplinary actions to reserve 15% of their IDEA Part B Section 611 and Section 619 funds. These funds must be used to implement a comprehensive system of proactive and responsive actions addressing the root causes of overidentification of children with disabilities by race or ethnicity. Funded activities include educational and behavioral evaluations, services, and supports (including evidence-based literacy instruction and academic and behavioral interventions), professional development for general and special education staff on implicit bias and equitable practices, and systemic change efforts. Funds are subject to non-supplant requirements per 34 CFR §300.202(a)(3). ARP (American Rescue Plan) supplemental funding streams (CCEIS–ARP 611, CCEIS–ARP 619) may also be integrated.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
McKinney-Vento Education for Homeless Children and Youth Program and Supplemental Innovations Grant
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
This grant program provides funding to Local Education Agencies (LEAs) in Maryland to support the education of homeless children and youth. The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) administers the program and releases a Grant Information Guide and Application for Participation to help LEAs apply for McKinney-Vento funding. The program includes a Supplemental Innovations Grant (Blueprint Innovations Grant Opportunity) component, which is a one-time, non-renewable award. All expenditures must align with McKinney-Vento Act §723(d) and American Rescue Plan – Homeless Children and Youth (ARP-HCY) allowable uses.
Deadline: Oct 24, 2023
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Maryland Robotics Grant Program
Maryland State Department of Education
$5,000 – $20,000
Recurring
An annual grant program administered by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) that provides funding to Local Education Agencies (LEAs), schools, and nonprofit organizations working with Maryland public K-12 schools. The program supports the development and expansion of robotics education programs aligned with Maryland K-12 Computer Science Standards and/or Standards for Technological and Engineering Literacy. Programs can be implemented during the school day or as extracurricular activities and may include new programs or expansion of existing ones. The grant period for FY 2026 is July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026. The goal is to help students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills through STEM and Career and Technical Education (CTE) programming, preparing them for 21st Century careers. Total available funding is $350,000 with an estimated 35 grants to be awarded ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 each.
Deadline: Aug 15, 2025
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Concentration of Poverty Grants for Community Schools
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
Formula-based annual grants awarded to Maryland public schools that serve large concentrations of students living in poverty. Schools use the grants to hire a Community School Coordinator and a Healthcare Practitioner (personnel grants) and to fund a wide range of wraparound services based on per-pupil calculations (per-pupil grants). These grants are part of the Blueprint for Maryland's Future legislation and are intended to establish and support community schools that provide holistic supports to students, families, and communities. In SY 2025-2026, 720 schools serving 418,756 students participate, with 70.1% of students receiving free and reduced-price meals.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Title I, Part A, Section 1003(a) School Improvement Grant
Maryland State Department of Education
$0 – $126,604
Recurring
A non-competitive formula grant derived from Maryland's Title I, Part A allocation from the U.S. Department of Education. Funds are awarded to Local Education Agencies (LEAs) on behalf of public schools identified by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) for Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI) or Additional Targeted Support and Improvement (ATSI) under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). Allocations are based on the number and type of identified schools within each LEA, distributed on a per-school basis ranging from $0 to $126,604 per school depending on designation. The goal is to support high-quality, sustainable school improvement activities — including evidence-based interventions — that increase student achievement in identified schools, in alignment with ESSA reporting, monitoring, and level-of-evidence requirements. Interventions must be based on strong, moderate, or promising evidence of a statistically significant effect on improving student outcomes as defined in ESEA section 8101(21)(A)(i). Funds may not be used for activities in non-identified schools. FY26 allocations are actively being distributed to 200+ Maryland schools across all Maryland counties with identified CSI/ATSI schools. Schools are identified on a triennial cycle under ESSA; schools identified in 2022-2023 are eligible to exit in 2026-2027.
Deadline: Jan 16, 2024
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Ulysses Currie Head Start State Supplemental Funding Grant
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
This state supplemental grant provides funding to existing Head Start and Early Head Start programs in Maryland to increase access to high-quality early care and education services, enhance service delivery, strengthen instructional practices, improve child outcomes and school readiness, and expand services for children and families. Grantees can use funds to expand hours of service, add summer programming (4–6 weeks), and implement quality improvement measures such as professional learning and development, program improvement, and salary enhancement. Aligns with the Blueprint for Maryland's Future goal of helping children enter kindergarten ready to learn. Annual funding is contingent upon availability of funds and approval of State budget allocations. Maryland Code, ED § 5-231 requires an annual State budget appropriation of at least $3,000,000 for this program.
Deadline: Jun 8, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Rural and Low-Income School Program (RLIS) FY23
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
The Rural and Low-Income School Program (RLIS) is authorized under the Rural Education Achievement Program (REAP) in Title V, Part B, Subpart 2 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), as amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). It provides supplemental grant funding to help rural local education agencies (LEAs) increase student academic achievement. In Maryland, only Dorchester County Public Schools qualifies for this grant per the U.S. Department of Education. Federal eligibility criteria require a low-income designation (at least 20% of children ages 5–17 below the poverty line per SAIPE data) and a rural designation (all schools must have NCES locale code 32, 33, 41, 42, or 43, or be in a state-defined rural area). The FY23 grant period was July 1, 2022 – September 30, 2023.
Deadline: Feb 13, 2023
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Local Consolidated Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Program
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
A single consolidated grant application that combines multiple federal funding requests and program proposals — including those required by COMAR for the local Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) annual strategic plan — into one comprehensive submission. The program streamlines the application process for Local Education Agencies (LEAs), reduces administrative burden, and aligns federal programs with the Blueprint for Maryland's Future. It covers Title I (Parts A, C, and D), Title II Part A, Title III Part A, Title IV Part A, Title V Part B, as well as Educational Equity, Equitable Services, School Improvement, Fine Arts, Gifted and Talented, Teacher Induction, and other ESSA-aligned programs. Twenty-five grants are awarded to all Maryland Local Education Agencies and the SEED School of Maryland per cycle. FY25 total allocation across all Title programs: $392,978,215.
Deadline: Nov 18, 2024
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Title II, Part A – Supporting Effective Instruction Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) State Grants
Maryland State Department of Education
$24,421 – $5,676,636
Recurring
Title II, Part A of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) provides formula-based federal funding to Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) to improve the quality and effectiveness of educators, increase student academic achievement, and expand access to effective teachers and school leaders for low-income and minority students. Funds are allocated using US Census data (80% based on poverty, 20% based on population) and flow through the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) to LEAs. Allowable uses include recruiting, hiring, and retaining effective teachers and school leaders; high-quality professional learning; induction programs; feedback mechanisms for school working conditions; educator evaluation and support systems; class-size reduction; leadership development; and other evidence-based activities. LEAs must prioritize funds for schools identified for comprehensive and targeted support and improvement, provide equitable services to eligible non-public school teachers, and ensure funds supplement rather than supplant state or local resources. FY22 grants ranged from $24,421 to $5,676,636.
Deadline: Oct 14, 2022
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP)
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
The Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) provides free fresh fruits and vegetables to children at eligible Maryland elementary schools and residential child care institutions during the school day. The program promotes nutrition education about the fruits and vegetables served, with the goals of introducing children to new and different varieties of fresh produce and increasing overall consumption of fresh, unprocessed produce among young children. Funding is provided to eligible schools and residential child care institutions to encourage children to eat more fresh fruits and vegetables. In School Year 2022–2023, 196 Maryland schools participated in the program.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Public School Opportunities Enhancement Program (PSOEP)
Maryland State Department of Education
$50,000 – $250,000
Recurring
The Public School Opportunities Enhancement Program (PSOEP), established by HB1402 in 2016 and administered by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), provides competitive grants to local education agencies (LEAs), public community schools, and nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maryland to establish partnerships that expand or create extended day and summer enhancement programs, support existing educational programming during the school day, and establish new educational or recreational partnerships. Extended day and summer enhancement programs are educational and recreational enrichment programs for children ages 4 to 19 that take place before and after school, on weekends and holidays, and during vacations and summer breaks. Programs must be developed and implemented in active collaboration with the schools the students attend and must include an educational component aligned with the Maryland College and Career Readiness Standards. Eligible uses also include recruitment, training, and professional development of new teachers. Geographic eligibility includes counties where at least 50% of public school students qualify for free lunch under the National School Lunch Program. The program operates on a multi-year grant cycle with periodic renewal and continuation application rounds. Grants are reimbursement-based and require dollar-for-dollar local matching funds. Priority is given to the 27 designated ENOUGH communities with high levels of concentrated child poverty.
Deadline: May 29, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Maggie McIntosh School Arts Fund FY27
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
The Maggie McIntosh School Arts Fund supports the expansion of arts programs for students in Baltimore City Public Schools. Grants are provided to schools for classroom art supplies and student arts experiences through partnerships led by Arts Every Day. Arts Every Day, a 501(c)(3) Maryland nonprofit organization, is the sole eligible applicant. The grant period is July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027.
Deadline: Jun 30, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Fiscal Year 2027 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) Grant Continuation Program
Maryland State Department of Education
$50,000 – $400,000
Recurring
The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) administers the Title IV, Part B 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) grant program to support academic enrichment opportunities during non-school hours (afterschool, before school, summer, and Saturdays) that reinforce and complement regular school-day instruction. This continuation application is specifically for FY2025 grant recipients seeking Year 3 funding for the 2026–2027 grant period. Applicants must submit programmatic and fiscal outcome data for 2025–2026 and a 2026–2027 grants management plan. Eligible service sites include Title I schools serving at least 40% low-income students, high schools with graduation rates below 67%, and other schools identified by the LEA as needing intervention and support. Competitive priority is given to programs serving students in communities with rural locale codes.
Deadline: Aug 29, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Title I, Part C Migrant Education Program (MEP)
Maryland State Department of Education
$120,249 – $202,963
Recurring
The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) administers the Title I, Part C Migrant Education Program (MEP) under the Every Student Succeeds Act (formerly Title I, Part C of ESEA). The program provides supplemental educational and support services to migratory children and youth who relocate frequently due to agricultural or fishing work, helping them overcome educational disruption, cultural and language barriers, social isolation, and health-related problems so they can meet challenging state academic standards and graduate with a high school diploma or GED. MSDE awards grant funding to local education agencies and organizations to support high-quality, comprehensive educational programs during the school year and summer/intersession periods. Services are culturally responsive and supported by community partners, including tutoring, preschool instruction, family literacy, health/nutrition/social services, transportation, advocacy, and academic credit accrual. Regional summer programs operate on the Eastern Shore, serving Caroline, Kent, and Queen Anne's counties (coordinated through Queen Anne's County) and Dorchester, Somerset, and Wicomico counties (coordinated through Somerset County).
Deadline: Feb 20, 2023
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Driver Education in Public High Schools Grant Program
Maryland State Department of Education
$30,621 – $274,897
Recurring
This grant provides funding to public high schools and nonprofit organizations to help high schools offer driver education courses for students. Priority goes to schools where at least 40% of registered students qualify for the federal free or reduced-price meal program, or to nonprofits working with such schools. Grants totaling $2 million are available statewide, with an estimated 23 grants awarded. Grant amounts are tiered, combining a base grant ($20,000) plus a FARMS-linked component, and are allocated per local education agency (LEA). Per-LEA grant amounts range from approximately $30,621 to $274,897. Note: Queen Anne's County was excluded from FARMS-linked grant allocations as no high schools met the 40% FARMS threshold.
Deadline: Sep 15, 2025
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Maryland EXCELS Quality Rating and Improvement System, Payments, Bonuses, Accreditation, and Professional Development
Maryland State Department of Education
$1,000 – $13,500
Open
Maryland EXCELS is a voluntary statewide Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) for licensed child care and early education programs in Maryland, including early childhood programs, public pre-kindergarten programs, school-age child care programs, and family child care homes. Using nationally recognized standards and best practices, programs are evaluated against standards that exceed state licensing requirements and earn a quality rating from 1 to 5 based on standards in developmentally appropriate practice, professional development, and family engagement. Providers upload evidence of meeting Maryland EXCELS Standards into an online system and receive ratings for each standard area and an overall rating. The published quality rating is available to families to help them choose high-quality care and education. Programs accepting Child Care Scholarship reimbursement are required to participate. Participants at every level receive a road map, training, guidance from regional Quality Assurance Specialists and Program Coordinators, access to local Child Care Resource and Referral Centers, peer support, promotional tools, and discounts from vendors and partner organizations to support continuous quality improvement. There is no cost to participate. Participants also receive assigned Program Coordinators for rating document review, virtual training sessions approved by MSDE, Core of Knowledge hours and certificates, Continuous Quality Improvement visits, and access to the Maryland EXCELS Toolkit and Maryland Child Care Resource Network.
Maryland EXCELS Payments reward child care programs for providing high-quality services to families using the Child Care Scholarship program. Programs at Quality Ratings 3, 4, and 5 receive increased reimbursement amounts ranging from 10% to 44% above standard rates. At Quality Rating Level 3, programs receive 10–22% above base; at Level 4, 19–37% above base; at Level 5, 26–44% above base. The exact percentage depends on the type of care (family child care or child care center) and the age of the child served. Payments appear as 'EXCELS' line items on the Invoice Detail Report.
Maryland EXCELS Bonuses are flat-rate one-time bonus payments ranging from $1,000 to $13,500, distributed automatically to programs each time they publish a quality rating for the first time or re-publish a quality rating of 4 or 5. Bonus amounts depend on program type (child care center, family child care, or large family home), quality rating level, and — for child care centers — licensed capacity. No application is required; payments are issued by check or direct deposit within approximately 60 days of publishing a qualifying rating. The bonus program runs from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2027 under the Blueprint for Maryland's Future legislation; the current active cycle is July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027.
Maryland Accreditation is a voluntary quality recognition program for licensed child care centers and public pre-kindergarten programs. Programs complete a 24-month process including self-appraisal, a Program Improvement Plan, and a Validation Visit. Accreditation status is valid for five years (with Annual Updates required in years 1–3 and re-accreditation beginning 24 months before expiration) and provides eligibility for Maryland EXCELS Quality Rating 5, higher EXCELS payments, access to Accreditation Support Funds for purchasing instructional materials, and eligibility to participate in Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood Plus (MCCYN+). Family Child Care programs are not eligible for Maryland Accreditation. Accreditation standards for early childhood programs were revised January 2026; school age program standards were revised September 2026.
Maryland EXCELS also recognizes programs through Additional Achievements — such as accreditation, asthma and allergy safety training, cultural and linguistic competency, eco-friendly practices, family engagement, health and wellness, Judy Center partnerships, military child care participation, and quality business practices — awarding public recognition badges displayed in the Maryland EXCELS Find a Program Directory and available for use on websites, social media, and communications. Professional development and technical assistance services are available statewide through twelve regional Child Care Resource Centers covering all regions of Maryland.
Deadline: Jun 30, 2027
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Child Care Quality Incentive Grant Program (CCQIG)
Maryland State Department of Education
$1,000
Recurring
The Child Care Quality Incentive Grant Program (CCQIG) provides funding to licensed child care providers in Maryland to improve or enhance the quality and professionalism of child care programs. Grants are awarded quarterly each state fiscal year (January, April, July, and October) based on the number of children in care: up to $1,000 for fewer than 10 children; up to $1,500 for up to 29 children; up to $2,500 for more than 30 children. Providers are eligible for a grant award once every three years. Grant funds help providers acquire supplies, materials, and equipment to create stimulating learning environments after they gain additional training and education through the Credentialing Program. The program also supports quality improvements, start-up costs, and sustainability for family child care and center-based programs, and initiatives that improve children's school readiness. Emphasis is placed on educational curricula and activities in literacy, math, science, social studies, and physical development for children ages 0–16.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
USDA Foods in Schools (Food Distribution Program)
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
The USDA Foods in Schools program (also known as the Food Distribution Program) supports domestic nutrition programs and American agricultural producers by purchasing 100% American-grown and -produced foods for use by schools and child care facilities. It provides USDA food commodities to eligible public schools, private nonprofit schools, residential child care institutions, and Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) sponsors. Maryland schools can choose from a catalog of over 200 domestically grown fruits, vegetables, grains, poultry, dairy, and meat products to incorporate into their menus, reducing school food expenses by an average of 20%. CACFP sponsors receive cash-in-lieu of USDA Foods with their CACFP meal reimbursements.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Maryland Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) Program
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
P-TECH is a grade 9-to-14 public school program that creates clear pathways from high school to college and career. In six years or less, students graduate with a high school diploma and a no-cost, two-year Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree. Each P-TECH school partners with industry and a local community college to deliver academically rigorous, career-relevant curriculum. The program includes one-on-one mentoring, workplace visits, skills instruction, paid summer internships, and first-in-line consideration for job openings with partner companies. MSDE awards competitive planning grants to local school systems to establish new P-TECH sites. The program was established under the P-TECH Act of 2017 (Chapter 591, Acts of 2017). Expansion of new P-TECH schools beyond the initial FY2017-2018 cohort was contingent on demonstrated program success per legislative evaluation criteria. As of 2026, the restriction period that had paused new planning grants has passed.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) Supplemental School Grant
Maryland State Department of Education
$1.75 – $1,900,000
Recurring
The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) provides non-competitive grants to Maryland local education agencies (LEAs) that operate Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) programs, as authorized by the Pathways in Technology Early College High School Act of 2017 (ED §7-1806). P-TECH is a model that provides wrap-around support services to economically disadvantaged students, helping them earn a high school diploma, a two-year associate (Applied Associates) degree, and first-in-line consideration for employment with a partnering company. Eligible LEAs receive $750 per enrolled P-TECH student and must match 100% of the grant funds received (in-kind matching is allowable). Approximately $1.75–$1.9 million is available statewide across approximately nine grants annually, with funding amounts based on final enrollment verified through the Enrollment Validation file. Funds cover tuition, fees, textbooks, course materials, laptops and technology for college course access, industry-recognized credential fees, transportation to college classes and for work-based learning, substitute teacher fees, marketing materials, paid work-based learning experiences, and wrap-around support services for enrolled students. The program operates on an annual cycle (e.g., FY25: July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025; FY26: July 1, 2025–June 30, 2026; FY27: July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027). Maryland currently has approximately nine P-TECH high schools.
Deadline: Jul 15, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Improvement Act Grant 22-23
Maryland State Department of Education
$5,315 – $496,892
Recurring
This grant helps homeless children and youth enroll, attend, and succeed in school. Under the McKinney-Vento Act, State Educational Agencies must ensure all homeless children and youth have equal access to free, appropriate public education and the support services needed to meet the same academic standards as all other students. Grant funding totaling $1,897,249.00 is available for the 2022-23 school year, with an estimated 16 grants awarded ranging from $5,315 to $496,892 per grant, administered through local education agencies.
Deadline: Feb 20, 2023
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Local Food for Schools (LFS)
Maryland State Department of Education
$264,739
Recurring
The Local Food for Schools (LFS) program provides grants to Local Education Agencies (LEAs) to purchase food from local, small, and socially disadvantaged producers. The program aims to expand local food markets with an emphasis on historically underserved producers, building on existing school nutrition initiatives.
Deadline: Apr 30, 2024
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Open
The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) reimburses child and adult care agencies with federally funded dollars for nutritionally balanced meals and snacks served to children (including infants) and adults. The program supports healthy growth and development for infants and young children, and promotes health and wellness for older adults and people with chronic disabilities. Participating sites include childcare centers, daycare homes, afterschool care programs, emergency shelters, and adult day care centers. Funds are used to offset meal and supplement costs to public, private nonprofit, or proprietary centers licensed to provide non-residential childcare or adult daycare services. Child care centers serving low-income families can receive reimbursement for food costs to help ensure young children are well fed and ready for kindergarten. The program is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and administered in Maryland by the MSDE School and Community Nutrition Programs Branch. Over 300 agencies across Maryland participate.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
System of Professional Learning Grant
Maryland State Department of Education
$2,000,000
Recurring
A formula grant administered by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) — specifically the Office of Teaching and Learning and the Division of Educator Effectiveness — to support the design and continued implementation of a professional learning system tied to the career ladder for teachers. The goal is to build teacher capacity in various educational areas to advance the goals of the Blueprint for Maryland's Future. MSDE anticipates awarding up to 24 grants (one per Maryland LEA), with award amounts determined by each LEA's share of the statewide teacher count (based on 64,156 total teachers). Total available funding per cycle is up to $2,000,000. Authorized under MD Code, Education, § 6-1011.
Deadline: Apr 23, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Title III, Part A – Immigrant Grant
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
Federal grant program under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), as amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), that provides funding to local education agencies (LEAs) to support English learners (ELs) in attaining English language proficiency and meeting state academic standards. The Title III Immigrant Grant specifically supports recently arrived immigrant students, with eligibility limited to LEAs whose immigrant student count increased by 5% or more, or by 100 or more students, over the past two fiscal years.
Deadline: Mar 1, 2024
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Licensing Compliance Grant for Family Child Care Providers (LCGFCCP)
Maryland State Department of Education
$1,000
Recurring
This grant helps registered family child care providers offset the costs of opening and operating their child care programs by reimbursing expenses incurred to achieve or maintain compliance with Maryland's family child care regulations. It reimburses up to $1,000 in eligible expenses. Eligibility is income-based — the applicant's annual income must not exceed 60% of Maryland's State Median Income (SMI) for their family size. The program is governed by COMAR 13A.14.07 and administered by the Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Early Childhood.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Local Application for Federal Funds (LAFF) SFY2024
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
Recurring
The Local Application for Federal Funds (LAFF) for State Fiscal Year 2024 is a federal grant program administered by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), Division of Early Intervention/Special Education Services (DEI/SES). It distributes Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) funds to Local Education Agencies (LEAs) and Public Agencies (PAs) in Maryland to support free and appropriate public education (FAPE) for children with disabilities. The program covers early intervention services for infants and toddlers (birth to age 4) under IDEA Part C and special education and related services for children and youth ages 3–21 under IDEA Part B. Formula-based pass-through grants are distributed via IDEA Part B Section 611 and Section 619 to eligible entities statewide, including counties, Baltimore City, and special schools/programs.
Deadline: Jun 14, 2023
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Maryland Accreditation Support Fund
Maryland State Department of Education
$2,500
Open
Maryland's Accreditation Support Fund, administered by the Maryland State Department of Education's Office of Early Childhood through Maryland EXCELS (the state's quality rating and improvement system), provides financial support to help licensed child care centers and registered family child care homes cover costs associated with pursuing state or national accreditation. The fund includes two tracks: (1) National Accreditation Support covers required application fees for initial applications, renewals, and annual updates — Family Child Care providers may apply as a first step toward NAFCC accreditation; recognized accrediting bodies include AMS, AMI/USA, AIMS, AWSNA, Cognia, COA/ASA, Lumen, MSDE, MSA-CESS, NAC, NAEYC, NAFCC, and NECPA; (2) Maryland Program Accreditation Support covers the cost of non-consumable instructional materials for licensed child care centers and school-age only programs pursuing Maryland Accreditation, with reimbursement caps of $2,500 (programs serving ≤100 children) or $3,000 (programs serving >100 children) per accreditation cycle. Funds cannot be used for facility improvement, association membership fees, staff training, costs already covered by another funding source, or costs exceeding the fee charged by the accrediting organization.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Child Care Scholarship (CCS) Program
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
OpenEducation
The Child Care Scholarship (CCS) Program helps eligible low- to moderate-income Maryland families pay for high-quality child care and early education. The program issues scholarships (vouchers) that cover part of child care costs at participating Maryland EXCELS providers. There are three scholarship types: (1) a temporary 60-day Fast Track scholarship issued within 3 business days, (2) a full 52-week scholarship upon submission of additional documentation within 15 days, and (3) an informal...
Deadline: Not listed
Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS)
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
OpenEducation
Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) are five specific services provided at no cost to students with disabilities to help them explore career interests and prepare for employment and/or post-secondary education. The five services are: Job Exploration Counseling, Instruction in Self-Advocacy, Counseling on Post-Secondary Education Opportunities, Workplace Readiness Training, and Work-Based Learning Experiences. Services are short-term and introductory, covering exploration and...
Deadline: Not listed
Apprenticeship Maryland Program (AMP) / Youth Apprenticeship Program
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
OpenEducation
The Apprenticeship Maryland Program (AMP) is a statewide registered youth apprenticeship program for juniors and seniors in Maryland public high schools. Students apply for paid part-time apprentice positions with participating employers, take occupation-related courses, and receive on-the-job training (minimum 450 hours). Apprentices earn at least minimum wage, gain industry credentials, earn high school credit, and receive at least 144 hours of related technical instruction (RTI) through...
Deadline: Not listed
Education Assistance for Children and Youth with Unstable Housing (McKinney-Vento)
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
OpenSocial Services
Provides support to children and youth experiencing homelessness or housing instability, including immediate school enrollment, transportation to the school of origin, school supplies, academic support, and connections to social services. Eligible students have the same rights to all school programs and services as other children. Assistance type: other technical assistance, subsidy.
Deadline: Not listed
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
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A Public-Private Partnership (PPP) classroom or program is a funding agreement between a Local School System (LSS) and a Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)-approved nonpublic special education program. The goal is to serve students with significant and intensive special education needs in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) within their community, enhancing Individualized Education Program (IEP) services. The program is especially beneficial for students with short-term needs...
Deadline: Jun 1, 2027
Maryland EXCELS Payments (Tiered Reimbursement)
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
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Maryland EXCELS Payments reward child care programs for providing high-quality services to families who use the Child Care Scholarship program. Programs rated at Maryland EXCELS Quality Rating levels 3, 4, or 5 receive increased reimbursement amounts on top of standard Child Care Scholarship payments, ranging from 10% to 44% depending on the child's age, type of care (family child care or child care center), and the program's quality rating level. Assistance type: subsidy.
Deadline: Not listed
Training Vouchers and Reimbursements
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
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This program provides eligible Maryland child care providers with up to $400 per year to cover the cost of approved training. Providers can apply for a training voucher (paid in advance to a training organization) or a training reimbursement (paid back to the provider after completing training). Eligible training includes approved Core of Knowledge training, pre-service courses, statewide and national child care conference registration, and approved college coursework. Assistance type: subsidy,...
Deadline: Not listed
Maryland Hearing Aid and Language & Communication Video Loan Bank
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
OpenEducation
A statewide loan program operated by the Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Special Education. Eligible Maryland families of children who are deaf or hard of hearing (birth through end of high school, up to age 21) may borrow hearing aids for up to one year at no cost when they lack insurance coverage, face delays in acquiring hearing aids, or need a trial before purchasing permanent devices or receiving a cochlear implant. Available hearing aid models include behind-the-ear...
Deadline: Not listed
Child Care Scholarship Advance Payments
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
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The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) pays licensed child care providers in advance for child care scholarship services, based on enrollment rather than attendance. Payments are issued twice monthly — on the 15th and 30th — covering the two service periods of each month. A True-Up reconciliation process adjusts payments one month later to account for any children added or removed after the advance payment was calculated. Assistance type: subsidy.
Deadline: Not listed
Student Employment Services and Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS)
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
OpenEducation
The Maryland Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) provides two complementary transition programs for students with disabilities aged 14–21 enrolled in secondary or post-secondary education. Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) are five specific services provided at no cost to students with disabilities to help them explore career interests and prepare for employment and/or post-secondary education: Job Exploration Counseling, Instruction in Self-Advocacy, Counseling on...
Deadline: Not listed
Client Assistance Program (CAP)
Maryland State Department of Education
Amount not listed
OpenSocial Services
CAP advocates for the rights of individuals with disabilities who are applying for or receiving services from Maryland's Centers for Independent Living (CILs) or the Maryland State Department of Education's Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS). CAP provides free information, advice, and advocacy to help resolve concerns about vocational rehabilitation (VR) employment services, Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS), and independent living (IL) services. CAP can explain your rights,...
Deadline: Not listed
Chesapeake Bay Implementation Grant (CBIG) – Environmental Education and Stewardship (Outcome 4)
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
$75,000
Open
The Chesapeake Bay Implementation Grant (CBIG), funded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and administered by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (Chesapeake and Coastal Service), provides annual federal grant funding for environmental education and stewardship projects in Maryland's portion of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed. Outcome 4 aims to improve students' and community members' ability to take action benefiting Chesapeake and coastal ecosystems. The program funds two tracks: Track 1 targets formal K-12 education systems, and Track 2 targets community or public education. Both tracks support projects focused on local watershed and land-use issues, hands-on learning, environmental stewardship, civic engagement, professional development and training, curriculum expansion, and outdoor learning activities grounded in sound environmental education principles, including environmental issue exploration, investigation, and stewardship action. Track 1 proposals must connect to curriculum standards such as NGSS, Maryland Environmental Literacy Standards, and/or Meaningful Watershed Educational Experiences, while Track 2 proposals must connect to environmental or stewardship best practices. Projects should result from collaborative student/community-stakeholder planning oriented toward capacity building and civic engagement. Grants of up to $75,000 per project are available annually, with funding amounts varying year to year based on the annual federal allocation from the U.S. EPA. The current solicitation cycle has a deadline of December 11, 2026, with funding beginning July 1, 2027.
Deadline: Dec 11, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Readiness and Recreation Initiative (RARI)
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
Open
The Readiness and Recreation Initiative (RARI) provides 50/50 matching grants for projects that include an acquisition component and enhance recreational opportunities in sentinel landscapes or Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration (REPI) Opportunity areas near military installations. Counties and municipalities in Maryland apply through the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR), which submits applications to the National Park Service (NPS). RARI grants may be matched with REPI grants, potentially resulting in a fully federally funded project. All funded projects are subject to Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) rules and regulations.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Play Area Accessibility – Recreation Communication Boards Pilot Program
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
$3,000
Open
A pilot grant program created by Maryland HB 420 (Chapter 568, signed May 9, 2024) that funds the purchase and installation of communication boards in public play areas at state and local parks. Communication boards display photos, symbols, or illustrations to help individuals with limited language skills communicate, improving play area accessibility. The program runs from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2028, subject to funding availability. Total funding is capped at $100,000; grants are available until funds are exhausted. Grants are capped at $3,000 per communication board.
Deadline: Jun 30, 2028
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Mel Noland Woodland Incentive Program (WIP)
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
Recurring
Maryland's primary state-administered cost-share program for private forest management. Provides financial cost-share assistance to private, non-industrial woodland owners who manage their forest land in Maryland. Reimburses eligible landowners for up to 65% of the cost of approved silvicultural practices (not to exceed $5,000 per year or $15,000 per 3-year period) after practices are completed, inspected, and approved by a local forester. Eligible practices include preparation of forest stewardship plans, reforestation of open land (including abandoned farm fields and cutover woodlands), tree planting, site preparation, thinning, pruning, prescribed burning, crop tree release, invasive species control, herbicide treatments, planting of seedlings, and wildlife habitat improvement. Landowners must agree to maintain the forestry practice for at least 15 years. Approximately $100,000 is distributed annually to 75–100 landowners for management practices on 1,500–2,000 acres statewide. The program is administered by the Maryland Forest Service and is available statewide. Technical assistance is also available through the Maryland DNR and USDA NRCS. Eligible landowners must own between 5 and 1,000 acres of private non-industrial forestland, and the same practice cannot have received WIP assistance within the previous 15 years.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Innovative Technology Fund - Seed Capital and Research & Development
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
$50,000 – $450,000
Recurring
The Innovative Technology Fund, administered by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources' Watershed & Climate Services in partnership with the University of Maryland's Maryland Industrial Partnership Program (MIPS) and Mtech Ventures, and co-administered with the EPA, provides capital funding to Maryland companies, organizations, and University of Maryland System personnel developing innovative technologies to accelerate Chesapeake Bay restoration. The program funds projects focused on reducing non-point source nutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus), sediment, and other pollutants in the Chesapeake Bay, including carbon mitigation, biofuel, and wastewater treatment technologies, as well as green job creation. The program operates two tracks: (1) the Seed Capital track, administered through the Mtech Ventures Chesapeake Bay Seed Capital Program at the University of Maryland, awards between $50,000 and $450,000 to eligible Maryland companies for research, development, and commercialization of Bay restoration technologies; and (2) the Research and Development track, administered through MIPS, provides grants of $30,000 to $100,000 to students, faculty, and staff from the University of Maryland System to develop innovative environmental technologies that reduce non-point source nutrients, sediment, greenhouse gas emissions, and other pollutants. Total program funding is approximately $1 million per year.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Pumpout Operations and Maintenance Grant (O&M Track)
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
Recurring
Annual grants for marinas to cover the operations and maintenance costs of existing boat sewage pumpout stations. The program helps keep pumpout facilities operational and available for boaters, protecting Maryland waterways from boat sewage discharge.
Deadline: Apr 15, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Federal Boating Access (BA) Grant Program
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
Open
Maryland's Boating Access Program is a federal grant program administered by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources' Waterway Improvement and Infrastructure Program, under the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration (WSFR) Program. It funds the construction and renovation of publicly owned boat ramps used by recreational, trailered motorboats. Funding comes from federal excise taxes on fishing equipment and motorboat and small-engine fuels, apportioned to states by formula. At least 15% of each state's federal apportionment must go toward boating access. Maryland receives approximately $500,000 per year in Sport Fish Restoration funding for boating access projects. Grants cover up to 75% of project costs, with a 25% local/state match required. Grants are provided on a reimbursement basis; no work or expenses are reimbursable until the Land Control Agreement (LCA) is fully executed.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Waterway Improvement Fund Program (WIP)
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
Recurring
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources Navigation Division administers the Waterway Improvement Fund to support waterway improvement projects including marking channels and harbors, clearing debris from waterways, dredging channels, constructing jetties, and building marine facilities that benefit the boating public. Projects that primarily benefit the general boating public may receive 100% grant funding; projects with limited public benefit may receive a 50/50 matching grant. For private community improvements, the State and County split the cost and the County is reimbursed by the established taxing district over up to 25 years. St. Mary's County facilitates the establishment of Special Waterway Improvement Taxing Districts so that residents can access these funds and repay the County's share of costs over time. Both public and private waterway improvement projects may be eligible.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Chesapeake Bay and Endangered Species Fund Tax Checkoff
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
Open
Maryland taxpayers can donate to the Chesapeake Bay and Endangered Species Fund when filing their state income tax return by entering an amount on line 35 of Form 502. Donations are split evenly between Chesapeake Bay restoration grants administered by the Chesapeake Bay Trust and rare species conservation programs run by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Wildlife and Heritage Service. Funded projects include stream cleanups, tree plantings, habitat research, and protection of rare, threatened, and endangered plants and animals in Maryland. The donation is 100% tax-deductible the following year.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Beneficial Use (BU) Funding Opportunity – Grants Gateway
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
Recurring
A dedicated grant opportunity within the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Watershed and Climate Services Grants Gateway that supports local projects treating dredged sediment as a resource for community protection and ecological restoration. Eligible activities include assessment, programmatic planning, technical feasibility studies, concept design, and permitting for nature-based dredged material placement techniques such as thin-layer placement (marsh nourishment), living shorelines, beach nourishment, and island restoration. Starting in the CY2026/FY2027 grant cycle, pre-application technical assistance is also available from the DNR Beneficial Use Coordinator. Dredged material must meet Maryland Department of the Environment guidelines for the intended restoration project.
Deadline: Sep 18, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Chesapeake and Coastal Grants Gateway
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
Open
Maryland DNR's Chesapeake and Coastal Grants Gateway (also known as the Grants Gateway) is a centralized hub and single point of entry operated by the Watershed & Climate Services (WCS) division to streamline grant and loan applications for projects that improve water quality, restore local waterways, increase community flood planning, develop environmental stewards, improve shorelines, and plan for beneficial reuse. The FY2028 solicitation opened July 15, 2026, with awards announced June–July 2027 and funding beginning July 1–October 1, 2027. Grants and loans are funded through the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays Trust Fund, the Coastal Resiliency Program, the Waterway Improvement Fund, the Shoreline Erosion Control Revolving Loan Fund, NOAA, and EPA's Chesapeake Bay Program. The gateway covers six funding programs: (1) Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays Trust Fund — non-point source pollution reduction; (2) Community Flood Planning — reducing coastal and precipitation-based flood risks; (3) Resilience through Restoration — habitat restoration to address erosion and flooding; (4) Environmental Education and Stewardship — watershed education, curriculum, outdoor learning, and community stewardship; (5) Beneficial Use — planning and design for dredged sediment reuse; and (6) Shoreline Erosion Loan Program — nature-based living shoreline techniques to protect waterfront property. Each sub-program has its own eligibility criteria and funding lead. The program supports projects achieving at least one of five defined outcomes related to Chesapeake Bay restoration and community resilience, with a focus on Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bay communities statewide.
Deadline: Dec 11, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Shoreline Erosion Control Grants
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
Confirm with agency
The Deep Creek Lake Management Office offers grants to eligible shoreline erosion control projects at Deep Creek Lake. Funding comes from the State Lakes Restoration and Protection Fund.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Director's Black Bass Conservation Award
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
$500
Recurring
An annual award program run by Maryland's Department of Natural Resources Fishing and Boating Services that recognizes and supports youth-focused fishing tournament directors who promote black bass conservation and watercraft safety. Selected winners receive a small plaque and tournament supplies (up to $500 in value) to support conservation practices during their events. Up to two awards are given per year depending on funding, and supply purchases begin July 1 with winners receiving their certificate and supplies by August 1 of the award cycle year.
Deadline: May 1, 2025
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Watershed Assistance Collaborative – Two-Year Milestone Support Grant Program
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
Confirm with agency
A partnership of Maryland state agencies (including the Maryland Department of Natural Resources and the Maryland Department of the Environment), the Chesapeake Bay Trust, University of Maryland Sea Grant Extension, University of Maryland Environmental Finance Center, NOAA, and the EPA that provides coordinated technical assistance and capacity-building services to local communities to support watershed protection and restoration activities in Maryland. Services include planning and design grants, project management assistance, stormwater financing support, and training opportunities. Planning projects include watershed characterization, surveys, assessments, action plans, and financing plans. Design assistance covers non-point source best management practices. The program specifically supports design assistance, watershed planning, and programmatic development associated with protection and restoration programs and projects that lead to improved water quality in the Maryland portion of the Chesapeake Bay watershed, the Maryland portion of the Youghiogheny watershed, and the Maryland Coastal Bays. The program connects and coordinates various resources and technical assistance available across the state to local governments, nonprofits, universities, and community groups. Planning and design grants are provided through the Chesapeake Bay Trust (lead partner), with additional financing strategy and stakeholder development support via the University of Maryland Environmental Finance Center, and technical assistance from 5 regional watershed restoration specialists. The Stormwater Financing and Outreach Unit (SFOU) works with up to 2 Maryland communities per year and offers workshops for municipal stormwater managers. The program has awarded over $8.1 million to date.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Tackle Loaner Program
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
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The Maryland Department of Natural Resources offers free fishing gear for loan at various locations throughout the state, including state parks, public libraries, and nature centers. The program helps new anglers and their families build confidence and skills while enjoying Maryland's outdoors. Individuals, families, and groups can borrow a rod and reel setup at no cost. Assistance type: subsidy.
Deadline: Not listed
Maryland Clean Marina Initiative
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
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The Maryland Clean Marina Initiative is a voluntary certification program operated by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources that recognizes and promotes marinas, boatyards, and yacht clubs of any size that meet legal requirements and voluntarily adopt pollution prevention practices to protect Maryland's waterways by reducing harmful chemicals, excess nutrients, and debris. Facilities that meet the program's Award Checklist criteria receive a Clean Marina or Clean Marina Partner...
Deadline: Not listed
Forest Conservation Act Qualified Professional Certification
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
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The Forest Conservation Act (FCA) Qualified Professional (QP) program certifies individuals to prepare Forest Stand Delineations (FSDs) and Forest Conservation Plans (FCPs) required during land development in Maryland. Applicants must meet education and experience requirements and complete a DNR-approved 40-hour forest conservation training course before applying for QP status. Assistance type: training, other technical assistance.
Deadline: Not listed
Marine Sewage Pumpout Facility Grants
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
Open
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reimburses marinas for the purchase and installation of marine sewage pumpout facilities. Funding is also available for pumpout operations, maintenance, upgrades, and replacements of existing sewage pumpout stations. Annual grants are also available to cover operations and maintenance costs of existing stations. The program gives boaters a proper method of disposing of sewage, contributing to cleaner Maryland waters. It is funded 75% by the...
Deadline: Not listed
Youth Fishing Rodeo Program
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
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The Maryland Department of Natural Resources Fishing and Boating Services partners with local community organizations to host youth fishing rodeos across the state. The program introduces children ages 3–15 to fishing in a safe, controlled environment, teaching basic angling skills and promoting outdoor recreation and environmental stewardship. The department supports sponsoring organizations by providing fish stocking (trout or hybrid sunfish, limited supply), permits, technical advice, event...
Deadline: Jan 15, 2027
Golden Age Pass
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
Open
The Golden Age Pass is a lifetime pass for Maryland residents aged 62 and older that provides free day-use entry to all state parks that charge service fees, half-price camping at campsites and mini-cabins (Sunday through Thursday, excluding holidays), and waived boat launching fees at Maryland State Parks. The pass costs a one-time $10 processing fee and is non-transferable. Per-vehicle free entry applies when the cardholder is present. A supplementary magnetic swipe card is available at no...
Deadline: Not listed
Marylanders Grow Oysters
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
Open
Waterfront property owners grow young oysters (called spat) in cages suspended from their private piers for approximately 9–10 months, protecting the vulnerable young oysters from silt and predators during their first year of life. After the grow-out period, participants return the oysters for planting on local sanctuaries to enrich the Chesapeake Bay ecosystem and support large-scale native oyster restoration in Maryland. There is no cost to participants. The program began in the Tred Avon...
Deadline: Mar 31, 2027
Rural Legacy Program
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
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The Rural Legacy Program is a Maryland state program created in 1997 and administered by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources to protect large, contiguous tracts of Maryland's most valuable agricultural, natural, forestry, and cultural resource lands from sprawl development while enhancing natural resources, agricultural, forestry, and environmental protection and supporting a sustainable land base for natural resource-based industries. The program creates public-private partnerships...
Deadline: Not listed
Angler Education - Fishing Instructor Training
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
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A training program that gives participants the skills and knowledge to run beginner fishing lessons through their own organization. After completing the training, participants qualify to borrow fishing gear from the state for free for extended use. The program is available to youth organizations, schools, scout troops, parks, nature centers, 4-H clubs, libraries, summer camps, and community groups. Assistance type: training.
Deadline: Not listed
Complimentary Lifetime Hunting License for Veterans
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
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Maryland residents who are former prisoners of war or 100% service-connected disabled American veterans can receive a complimentary lifetime hunting license. The license includes a bow stamp, muzzleloader stamp, and furbearer permit. The Maryland Migratory Game Bird Stamp is not included; that stamp, the Federal Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp, and the Big Game Harvest Record are still required annually. Assistance type: subsidy.
Deadline: Not listed
Forest Conservation and Management Program (FCMP) / Forest Conservation and Management Agreement (FCMA)
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
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The Forest Conservation and Management Program (FCMP) provides private Maryland landowners a financial incentive to conserve and responsibly manage their forestland while minimizing the loss of forest resources during land development by making identification and protection of forests and sensitive areas part of the site planning process. By enrolling in a legally binding Forest Conservation and Management Agreement (FCMA) with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (administered through...
Deadline: Not listed
Maryland Park Service Youth Group Pass
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
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The Maryland Park Service (Maryland Department of Natural Resources) offers a biennial (two-year) free pass to non-commercial youth organizations such as scout troops, schools, churches, religious groups, and other affiliated tax-exempt youth organizations. The pass provides free day-use entry into Maryland state parks (excluding weekends and holidays from Memorial Day through Labor Day) and allows youth groups to reserve and camp in designated youth group camping areas at participating state...
Deadline: Not listed
Roadside Tree Program
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
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The Maryland Forest Service administers the Roadside Tree Program, a regulatory system that protects trees growing within public road rights-of-way. Anyone who wants to plant, prune, or remove trees in a public road right-of-way must first obtain a Roadside Tree Permit. Two permit types are available: Project Permits for individual tree work and Blanket Permits for entities with routine or recurring maintenance needs across multiple sites. Permits are valid for one year from issuance. The...
Deadline: Not listed
Day-Use Waiver for Active Duty Military / Maryland National Guard
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
Open
Active duty military personnel and Maryland National Guard members can get their day-use entrance fee waived at any Maryland State Park day-use area by showing their military ID card at the gate. The waiver applies to the cardholder only, or the full vehicle if a per-vehicle charge is in effect. No other facility use charges are waived. Assistance type: subsidy.
Deadline: Not listed
Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program — Permanent Easement (CREP-PE)
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
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The Conservation Reserve Enhancement Permanent Easement Program (CREP) allows agricultural landowners in Maryland with an existing federal CREP or Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) contract to place a permanent conservation easement on their land. The State of Maryland acquires a permanent interest in the land to ensure conservation practices that protect water quality and natural resources are maintained in perpetuity. Landowners must have already installed the required conservation...
Deadline: Not listed
Maryland Urban and Community Forestry Committee (MUCFC) Grants Program
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
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The Maryland Urban and Community Forestry Committee (MUCFC) awards grants to communities, local governments, schools, and organizations for tree planting, maintenance of street trees in urban settings, and environmental and forest education projects on public lands such as parks, school campuses, town centers, and streetscapes. These grants support hands-on efforts to increase urban tree canopy, engage community members, and build local capacity for long-term stewardship of Maryland's urban...
Deadline: Jan 15, 2027
Wildlife Education Trunks
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
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Free, hands-on wildlife education trunks available to Maryland educators for 1-2 week loan periods. Each trunk contains an educator guide with lesson plans and K-12 activities, plus physical materials such as furs, replica skulls, track molds, puppets, books, DVDs, and activity supplies. Trunk themes include White-tailed Deer, Black Bear, Furbearer, Wild Turkey, Growing Up WILD, Project EduBat, and Aquatic Invasive Species. Trunks are loaned at no cost and are available for pickup at nine...
Deadline: Not listed
Universal Disability Pass
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
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The Universal Disability Pass (UDP) is a free, lifetime, non-renewable pass issued by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for individuals with qualifying disabilities, as defined under §504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. It provides free entrance for the pass holder and one companion to day-use facilities at Maryland State Parks, Forests, and Wildlife Management Areas where entrance fees apply. Eligible applicants include...
Deadline: Not listed
Veterans Admission Waiver
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
Open
Maryland State Parks waive all day-use entrance fees for veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces and uniformed services (both resident and out-of-state), active duty military personnel, and Maryland National Guard members who present their qualifying military ID at the gate. For veterans, the waiver applies to the veteran individually, or to the full per-vehicle fee when a per-vehicle charge is in effect. For active duty military and National Guard members, the waiver covers the ID holder only, or...
Deadline: Not listed
Wildlife Rehabilitator Permit/License
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
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Maryland requires anyone who wants to care for and rehabilitate orphaned, sick, or injured wildlife — with the goal of releasing them back to the wild — to obtain a Wildlife Rehabilitator Permit/License from the Department of Natural Resources. The permit is renewed every two years and specifies the species and number of animals the holder may keep at one time. Applicants must show adequate training in wildlife capture, handling, and care, and must have suitable facilities. New applicants...
Deadline: Not listed
Vessel Excise Tax Exemption for Active Duty Military
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
Open
Active duty armed services members stationed in Maryland are exempt from the 5% vessel excise tax for one year on vessels currently registered elsewhere and brought into Maryland due to a duty station transfer. New vessel purchases are not exempt under this exemption. Assistance type: tax exemption.
Deadline: Not listed
Tree-Mendous Maryland
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
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Tree-Mendous Maryland is a program of the Maryland Forest Service (Maryland Department of Natural Resources) that helps citizens, local governments, and community groups restore tree cover on public land and community open space across Maryland. The program provides quality native trees and shrubs at reduced cost through a wholesale nursery agreement (clearridgenursery.com) for planting at schools, parks, local open space, street tree sites, and along creeks and streams. Free delivery is...
Deadline: Not listed
Maryland Reforestation Law
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
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Maryland law that requires replacement of forests cleared during state-funded highway construction. When a highway project using $1 or more of state funds cuts or clears forested land, the constructing agency (usually the State Highway Administration) must replant on a one-to-one (acre-for-acre) basis on public land within two years or three growing seasons of project completion. If replanting is not feasible, the agency may purchase credits from a forest mitigation bank or deposit funds into...
Deadline: Not listed
Delmarva Woodland Stewards
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
OpenEnvironment
The Delmarva Woodland Stewards (DWS) program empowers landowners across Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia to manage their forests for healthier wildlife habitat, cleaner water, wildfire resilience, and sustainable woodlands. The program blends hands-on training, demonstration and interpretive projects, and community outreach to improve forest management across public and private lands. It offers a woodland stewardship course developed in partnership with University of Maryland Extension,...
Deadline: Not listed
Licensed Tree Expert (LTE) Program
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
OpenEnvironmentTechnology
Maryland's Licensed Tree Expert (LTE) Program, administered by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Forest Service, licenses individuals who perform professional tree care, treatment, or removal for compensation in the state. The program protects consumers, ensures responsible management of natural resources, and promotes industry safety. It sets qualification standards, administers examinations, requires continuing education, and enforces a code of ethics. Applicants must meet...
Deadline: Jan 31, 2027
Clean Marina Partner Designation for Smaller Facilities
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
OpenEnvironment
The Clean Marina Partner designation recognizes small boating facilities — other than marinas, boatyards, and yacht clubs — that minimize boating-related pollution and actively promote clean boating habits. Eligible facilities include public boat ramps, private community piers, charter boat liveries, and maritime museums. The program provides free materials such as clean boating tip sheets and posters to help small facilities promote environmentally responsible boating. Assistance type: other...
Deadline: Not listed
Maryland Hunter Education Classroom Course
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Amount not listed
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A free, fully in-person, multi-day hunter safety education course that provides the Certificate of Competency required to purchase a Maryland hunting license. The course is taught by state-certified Hunter Safety Education Instructors and covers firearm safety, hunting skills, wildlife conservation, ethics, survival skills, tree-stand safety, boat and ATV safety, and Maryland-specific regulations. Students must pass a 50-question multiple choice test (80% passing score required) and a Trail...
Deadline: Not listed
DDA Competitive and Non-Competitive Grants
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
Recurring
The Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) occasionally offers competitive and non-competitive grants to counties, providers, nonprofits, and universities. Strategic funding priorities fall under six focus areas: Self-Determination, Self-Advocacy, Supporting Families, Housing, Employment, and Assistive Technology. Requests for proposals are released as funding opportunities arise and are announced on the DDA grants page and in the DDA's bi-weekly newsletter. Applicants can subscribe to the newsletter to be notified of new funding opportunities.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Cigarette Restitution Fund Program – Statewide Academic Health Centers
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
Recurring
The Maryland Cigarette Restitution Fund (CRF) Program provides grant funds to conduct translational cancer research at Johns Hopkins University and the University of Maryland. Grants support research activities that may lead to a cure for targeted cancers and increase the rate at which cancer research is translated into treatment protocols in Maryland.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Tobacco Retailer Enforcement Initiative
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
Recurring
The Maryland Department of Health's Center for Tobacco Prevention and Control (CTPC) provides funding to all 24 local health departments in Maryland to ensure compliance with the federal Synar Amendment and the 2024 Tobacco Retailer Modernization Act. The program supports annual, random, unannounced inspections of tobacco retailers, enforcing ID check and behind-the-counter requirements, with the goal of keeping the retailer violation rate below 20% and preventing youth access to tobacco products. Non-compliant retailers must undergo a second inspection within 180 days.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Maryland Healthcare Workforce Data Clearinghouse: Phase 1 Requirements Analysis and Future Planning
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
Recurring
A solicitation under Pillar 1 (Transform the Rural Health Workforce) of Maryland's Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). This Request for Proposals (RFP) seeks a contractor to conduct Phase 1 Requirements Analysis and Future Planning for a Maryland Healthcare Workforce Data Clearinghouse. Funded under a CMS cooperative agreement (NOFO CMS-RHT-26-001) with a period of performance from December 29, 2025 through October 30, 2030, structured across 5 budget periods.
Deadline: Aug 26, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Local Public Health Core Tobacco Program (Core Funding Track)
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
Recurring
The Maryland Department of Health's Center for Tobacco Prevention and Control (CTPC) provides grants and technical support to all 24 local health departments (LHDs) in Maryland to fund comprehensive tobacco control and prevention efforts, as well as integrated chronic disease and health equity programming. The program includes three components: Community Initiatives (coalition participation, tobacco prevention education, marketing, grassroots campaigns, and policy interventions); School-Based Initiatives (tobacco prevention education for K-12 students in partnership with school systems); and Tobacco Treatment and Cessation Initiatives (behavior change sessions, free cessation aids, and Maryland Quitline referrals for adults and youth). Award amounts are based on a base amount provided to all departments plus additional funding determined by a formula based on population size and tobacco use rates per jurisdiction, as outlined in the CRF statute. The program promotes a 'whole health' team approach among LHD staff, using a health equity framework to reduce tobacco-related health disparities and chronic disease burden. Technical assistance from the state health department is also provided.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Pregnancy and Tobacco Cessation Help (PATCH) Program
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
Recurring
A grant program from the Maryland Department of Health's Center for Tobacco Prevention and Control that addresses smoking during pregnancy in rural Maryland counties with historically higher tobacco use during pregnancy rates than the state average. Local PATCH programs incentivize community partners and create care portals in settings where pregnant women and women of childbearing age are already present, building local capacity for tobacco use screening, education, prevention, and cessation services tailored to pregnant people and women of childbearing age.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
ACCESS Program — Advancing Cross-Cutting Engagement and Service Strategies for People Who Use Drugs
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
Recurring
The Maryland Department of Health Behavioral Health Administration's Office of Overdose Prevention & Education (OPE) provides grants to community organizations and local health departments to implement harm reduction programs and ensure statewide access to harm reduction resources, including naloxone. The ACCESS program — Advancing Cross-Cutting Engagement and Service Strategies for People Who Use Drugs — currently funds approximately 50 organizations (27 nonprofits and 23 Local Health Departments/Local Behavioral Health Authorities) to conduct activities aimed at reducing substance-related illness and death among people who use drugs by optimizing services and access to harm reduction resources. Applications for new funding are currently closed.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Federally Qualified Health Centers Grant Program (FQHCGP)
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
Recurring
The Federally Qualified Health Centers Grant Program (FQHCGP) provides capital grants to assist Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) with the conversion, acquisition, design, construction, renovation, and equipping of facilities. FQHCs provide primary care, specialty care, OB/GYN, dental, mental health, and substance use disorder treatment services. The program has been in existence since 2004. Funding priorities are set by the Primary Care Office under the Office of Population Health Improvement. A formal Capital Bond Grant Agreement is executed at the time the Notice of Award is issued beginning in FY 2025.
Deadline: Apr 10, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Tobacco and Chronic Disease Program (Health Equity Integrated)
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
Recurring
A grant initiative from the Maryland Department of Health's Center for Tobacco Prevention and Control that promotes integration of tobacco use prevention, chronic disease management, and health equity at the local health department level. The program uses a 'whole health' team approach and encourages Local Health Department staff to work collaboratively to address the combined impact of tobacco use, chronic disease, and related risk factors. A health equity framework is used to reduce tobacco-related health disparities, address inequities related to tobacco use and chronic disease, and support comprehensive prevention and control efforts across Maryland.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Core Funding Program for Local Health Departments
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
Recurring
The Core Funding program distributes state funding and technical assistance to Maryland's 23 counties and Baltimore City to support core public health functions and staff. It is established under Health-General Article §2–301–2–305 and allocates funding based on a state-driven formula to help local health departments deliver the ten essential public health services. Supported activities include infectious disease prevention and treatment, environmental health, family planning, maternal and child health, wellness promotion, adult health and geriatric services, protective equipment for health care personnel, communicable disease emergency preparedness materials, and administration. The program also provides technical assistance to support local health departments in thriving and delivering essential public health services. The budget is approved annually through the Governor's Budget and updated monthly with actual and projected expenditures.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Community Health Facilities Grant Program (CHFGP)
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
Recurring
The Community Health Facilities Grant Program (CHFGP) provides capital grants to assist non-profit and public organizations in the acquisition, design, construction, renovation, and equipping of facilities that deliver mental health, developmental disabilities, and drug and alcohol abuse treatment services. The program aims to develop and expand supported housing units for eligible populations, facilitate the movement of individuals with mental illness or developmental disabilities from state-operated facilities into community settings, expand community capacity, support housing for those with forensic involvement, and integrate behavioral health services with somatic care. The program has been in existence since the 1970s and is funded through State general obligation bond funds.
Deadline: Apr 10, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Breast and Cervical Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment (BCCDT) Program
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenHealthcare
The Breast and Cervical Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment (BCCDT) Program, established in 1992, provides breast cancer and cervical cancer diagnosis and treatment services to eligible Maryland residents. The program reimburses participating health care providers — including hospitals, physicians, pharmacies, medical laboratories, and other health care professionals — throughout the state to deliver diagnosis and treatment services to program participants. Patients receive covered diagnosis and...
Deadline: Not listed
Maryland WIC Vendor Training Program
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
Open
The Maryland WIC Program offers training classes for authorized WIC vendors to help stores successfully participate as WIC vendors. Classes are designed to help vendors understand and comply with program policies, procedures, authorized foods, and transaction requirements, including changes to the Authorized Foods List. Maryland WIC regulations require authorized vendors to accept training from the WIC Program, with at least one representative attending an interactive training session each...
Deadline: Not listed
Maryland Tobacco Quitline (Smoking Stops Here)
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
Open
The Maryland Tobacco Quitline (Smoking Stops Here) is a free, confidential phone, web, and text message service that helps Maryland residents quit smoking, vaping, or using any form of tobacco. The broader Quitline serves all Maryland residents age 13 and older, with trained quit coaches available 24/7, free nicotine replacement products (patches and/or gum while supplies last), and referrals to local cessation resources. Coaches work with participants one-on-one to create a personalized quit...
Deadline: Not listed
Walter Lomax Medicaid Program
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenHealthcareSocial Services
Provides health care coverage through Medicaid — including vision, dental, behavioral health, substance use treatment, prescription drugs, and other services — to individuals who qualify under the Walter Lomax Act (Maryland SB0014, 2021) for at least five years. Recipients receive a Medicaid member card and should not pay out of pocket for medically necessary covered benefits. Assistance type: subsidy.
Deadline: Not listed
Maryland Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
Open
The Maryland Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program allows enrolled physicians and healthcare providers to give all routinely recommended vaccines free of charge to eligible children 18 years old and younger. The program is designed to remove cost as a barrier to vaccination, ensuring that children who might not otherwise be able to afford vaccines can still receive the immunizations they need. Eligible children include those who are Maryland Medicaid eligible, uninsured, Native American or...
Deadline: Not listed
Maryland WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenSocial Services
Maryland WIC is a federal nutrition assistance program (Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children) administered by the Maryland Department of Health. It provides supplemental foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and healthcare and social services referrals to eligible low-income pregnant women, postpartum women, breastfeeding mothers, infants, and children under age five who meet income guidelines and are at nutritional risk as determined by a health...
Deadline: Not listed
Medicaid Family Planning Program
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenHealthcare
The Medicaid Family Planning Program is a free, income-based, limited-benefits Medicaid plan for Maryland residents who are not eligible for full Medicaid coverage. The program provides family planning services including birth control (prescription, over-the-counter, IUD, implant, and emergency contraception), STI/hepatitis/HIV screenings, cervical and breast cancer screening and diagnosis, HPV vaccination, and sterilization (tubal ligation or vasectomy, available for those at least 21 years...
Deadline: Not listed
Community Health Worker Certification Training Program Accreditation
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenHealthcare
Maryland Department of Health accreditation program for organizations that want to offer Community Health Worker (CHW) certification training. Under the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR 10.68.02), all CHW certification training programs must be accredited by the Maryland Department of Health before they can operate. Accreditations are issued for 3-year terms and are subject to renewal indefinitely. The Department acts within 60 calendar days after all requirements are met. Applications are...
Deadline: Not listed
Medicaid CenteringPregnancy Services
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenHealthcare
CenteringPregnancy is a group-based prenatal and postnatal care program for Maryland Medicaid members who are pregnant. Participants meet with a provider for individual health checks and then join a group of about 8–10 people who share similar due dates. Group sessions last 90 minutes to two hours and cover topics such as pregnancy side effects, labor and delivery, breastfeeding, baby care, stress management, and healthy eating. Each visit combines individual provider health exams with group...
Deadline: Not listed
Maryland Healthy Smiles Dental Program
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenHealthcare
The Maryland Healthy Smiles Dental Program (MHSDP) provides dental care to eligible Medicaid members at no cost. The program covers a wide range of dental services with no premiums, deductibles, copays, or annual benefit maximum. A benefits management company (SKYGEN) administers the program on behalf of Maryland Medicaid. Eligible populations include children under age 21, former foster care members through age 25, pregnant and postpartum adults over age 21, adults over age 21 receiving full...
Deadline: Not listed
Maryland Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program (BCCP)
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenHealthcare
Maryland's Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program (BCCP) is funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Maryland Cigarette Restitution Fund. It operates on two levels: (1) providing grants to local health departments and health systems to deliver breast and cervical cancer screening, diagnostic, patient navigation, outreach, and education services; and (2) providing free or low-cost breast and cervical cancer screening and diagnostic services directly to...
Deadline: Not listed
Medical Day Care Services Waiver
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
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The Medical Day Care Services Waiver (MDCSW) is a home and community-based services (HCBS) Medicaid waiver that helps eligible individuals receive medical care in a community-based setting during the day as an alternative to nursing facility care. It provides full Medicaid covered services plus additional waiver services centered on medical day care, delivered by licensed medical day care providers, to eligible Maryland residents who would otherwise require nursing facility-level care....
Deadline: Not listed
Assistance in Community Integration Services (ACIS)
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenSocial Services
ACIS is a Medicaid program operating under Maryland's Medicaid 1115 Health Choice Waiver that provides housing-related case management services and wrap-around supports to people who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless, including those at risk of institutional placement. The program targets high-risk, high-utilizing Medicaid enrollees who cycle in and out of multiple systems with chronic health conditions, mental illness, addictions, and a history of incarceration...
Deadline: Not listed
Money Follows the Person (MFP)
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenSocial Services
Money Follows the Person (MFP) is a Medicaid program that helps eligible individuals who live in a nursing home or intermediate care facility for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities move into a community setting — such as a home, apartment, or group home with four or fewer residents. A support team, including a peer mentor, helps participants find housing, care, and services needed to live independently in the community. Medicaid long-term care coverage transitions...
Deadline: Not listed
Regrounding Our Response (ROR) Training Series
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
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The Regrounding Our Response (ROR) Training Series is a workforce development program that reduces stigma, increases understanding of trauma and trauma-informed approaches, and supports linkages to behavioral health and quality care for people who use drugs. It trains Master Presenters to disseminate information to the broader community and federally qualified health centers, and measures stigma using the Shatterproof Addiction Stigma Index (SASI). Free, on-demand courses are available online....
Deadline: Not listed
Healthy Babies - Pregnancy and Postpartum Coverage
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenHealthcare
Healthy Babies provides free Medicaid health coverage to pregnant people who live in Maryland and meet income limits, including those who are not U.S. citizens. Coverage begins as soon as the person applies during pregnancy and can continue up to four months after the baby is born. The program pays for prenatal visits, doctor visits, hospital care (including delivery), dental care, lab work, prescription drugs, mental health care, behavioral health services, and non-emergency medical...
Deadline: Not listed
Rare and Expensive Case Management (REM) Program
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
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The REM Program provides medical case management and other services for Maryland Medicaid (HealthChoice) enrollees who have specific rare and expensive medical conditions. It is a voluntary program. Participants receive a dedicated REM case manager who conducts needs assessments, develops care plans, helps apply for and coordinate services, monitors services, and provides education. In addition to standard Medicaid benefits, the program offers supplemental services such as private duty nursing…...
Deadline: Not listed
Maryland Certified Community Health Worker (CCHW) Certificate Renewal
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenHealthcareCommunity Development
Maryland's statewide renewal process for Certified Community Health Workers (CCHWs). A CCHW certificate is valid for two years from the date of issue. To renew, certified workers must complete 20 hours of professional development activities (such as courses, webinars, conferences, workshops, trainings, lectures, or readings) and submit a renewal application through the Maryland OneStop portal or by requesting a paper application from the MDH CHW team. There is no fee to renew. Applications may...
Deadline: Not listed
Collaborative Care Model (CoCM) Medicaid Reimbursement
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenHealthcare
The Collaborative Care Model (CoCM) is an evidence-based, patient-centered care model that integrates behavioral health services into primary care settings. Primary care provider (PCP)-led teams — including a behavioral health care manager and a psychiatric consultant — can receive Medicaid reimbursement for care coordination, systematic monitoring using validated clinical rating scales, and psychiatric or substance use disorder (SUD) caseload consultation. Services do not require prior...
Deadline: Not listed
Maryland Tobacco Quitline – New and Expectant Parents Program
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenHealthcare
Free tobacco cessation support program for pregnant and new parents in Maryland. Participants work with quit coaches available 24/7 who help create a quit plan, discuss health benefits of quitting, provide medication guidance (with doctor approval), and offer ongoing support in English, Spanish, and other languages. Services are available by phone, web, and text message. Pregnant participants may also enroll in a specialized incentive program to receive gift cards for participation while...
Deadline: Not listed
Medicaid Home Visiting Services
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
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Home Visiting Services provide support and teach parenting skills to pregnant people and new parents before and after birth. Specially trained professionals or nurses visit the home to help families have a healthy pregnancy and raise healthy children. Services cover baby development and learning, parenting skills, self-care, community resources, diet and nutrition, mental health and stress management, and future planning. Maryland currently offers two evidence-based models: Healthy Families...
Deadline: Not listed
Maryland AIDS Drug Assistance Program (MADAP)
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
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MADAP ensures that people living with HIV in Maryland have access to the HIV and related medications they need to stay healthy. The program pays for HIV medications for eligible clients who have no insurance, and also helps clients with insurance by paying eligible co-pay and deductible costs. The MADAP formulary includes all FDA-approved antiretroviral therapies to treat HIV, as well as medications for opportunistic infections, complications of HIV, and non-HIV related conditions. Clients can...
Deadline: Not listed
Community Health Worker (CHW) Specialty Training Modules
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenHealthcare
The Maryland Department of Health's CHW Program, housed in the Office of Population Health Improvement (OPHI), offers free specialty training modules to Community Health Worker (CHW) training entities. The modules cover five health focus areas: Behavioral Health, Chronic Disease-Asthma, Infectious Disease, Maternal and Child Health, and Older Adults and Aging. Each module includes a PowerPoint presentation, Student Guide, Facilitator Guide, handouts, activities, and a knowledge assessment....
Deadline: Not listed
Maryland Community Health Worker (CHW) Certification – Accredited Training Program Track
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenHealthcare
The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) certifies Community Health Workers (CHWs) who have completed a state-accredited CHW training program. Certification is valid for two years, is free to obtain and renew, and is available to individuals 18 or older who hold a high school diploma or GED equivalent and have completed an MDH-accredited CHW training program. Applicants apply through the Maryland OneStop portal (onestop.md.gov) or may request a paper application in English or Spanish. A...
Deadline: Not listed
Youth Camp Certification Program
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenHealthcare
The Maryland Department of Health licenses and regulates all youth camps in Maryland to protect the health and safety of children. Camp operators apply for certification by submitting documentation demonstrating compliance with state regulations covering personnel background checks, health services, supervision ratios, safety procedures, and facility maintenance. Both day camps and residential camps must obtain a certificate before operating. MDH also provides guidance resources to help...
Deadline: Not listed
Upper Shore WIC (Women, Infants, and Children)
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenSocial Services
WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) is a federally funded nutrition assistance program that provides healthy foods and nutrition counseling to pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children under five years old. Participants receive nutrition education, nutrition counseling, breastfeeding support, referrals to health and social services, and checks (vouchers) to purchase approved foods at grocery stores including milk, 100% juice, peanut butter, cheese, eggs, dried beans and peas, cereal,...
Deadline: Not listed
Accredited Community Health Worker Training Programs
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenHealthcare
The Maryland Department of Health accredits Community Health Worker (CHW) training programs offered by various organizations across Maryland. These accredited programs provide training and certification for individuals seeking to become Community Health Workers. Multiple programs are listed with varying locations, language options, and specialty focuses such as peer recovery and perinatal health. Some programs offer grants, scholarships, or stipends for eligible students. Assistance type:...
Deadline: Not listed
Assessment, Evaluation and Review Services (AERS) Program
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenSocial Services
AERS is a Maryland state-mandated program based in local health departments that provides free, comprehensive evaluations to frail, aged, disabled, functionally and chronically ill adults and children who are at risk of entering institutional care. A licensed Registered Nurse or social worker conducts an in-home evaluation (or visits a hospital, nursing home, or other location) to assess individual needs including health history, medical concerns, behavioral or mental health issues, social and...
Deadline: Not listed
Employed Individuals with Disabilities (EID) Program
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenSocial Services
The EID Program is a Medicaid buy-in program for working people with disabilities who would otherwise be ineligible for Medicaid because of their earnings. Eligible participants pay a monthly premium on a sliding scale based on their income, ranging from $0 (for those with income below $15,960/year) up to 7.5% of monthly countable income (for those with income above $95,760/year), and receive full Medicaid health coverage in return. A hardship exemption is available for those temporarily...
Deadline: Not listed
Medicaid HealthySteps Enhanced Payment
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenHealthcare
Maryland Medicaid's HealthySteps Enhanced Payment program allows qualified HealthySteps pediatric practices to bill for an enhanced payment for services provided to Medicaid enrollees. Eligible practices must complete provider enrollment steps before they can bill for the enhanced payment, effective January 1, 2023. Assistance type: subsidy.
Deadline: Not listed
Children's Medical Services (CMS) Program
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
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The Children's Medical Services (CMS) Program helps low-income, uninsured, or underinsured Marylanders ages 0–21 who need specialty care for a chronic illness or disability. CMS pays for pre-authorized services such as specialist visits, hospitalizations, surgeries, medications, therapies, lab work, x-rays, and medical equipment and supplies. Routine check-ups, immunizations, sick visits, emergency services, routine dental care, mental health services, and transportation are not covered. All...
Deadline: Not listed
Maryland Medicaid Doula Program
Maryland Department of Health
Amount not listed
OpenHealthcareSocial Services
The Maryland Medicaid Doula Program supports healthier pregnancies and births by connecting eligible Medicaid members with trained doulas and by enabling certified doulas to enroll as Medicaid providers. Eligible Medicaid members who are pregnant or recently pregnant receive free physical, emotional, and informational support from a doula before, during, and after birth, including prenatal and postpartum home visits and birth attendance. Services are delivered in a person-centered way that...
Deadline: Not listed
Business Resource Information, Development, and Guidance Ecosystem (BRIDGE) Program
Maryland Technology Development Corporation
Amount not listed
Open
TEDCO's BRIDGE Program supports socially and economically disadvantaged individuals (SEDI)-owned businesses and Very Small Businesses (VSBs) with fewer than 10 employees across the Mid-Atlantic region. The program expands TEDCO's traditional focus beyond tech and life sciences to include retail, hospitality, professional services, restaurants, and any industry. BRIDGE is a three-year federally funded project led by TEDCO in collaboration with SBDCs in Maryland, Virginia, and DC, the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law, and partners in Delaware and Virginia. The program delivers nine components: (1) BRIDGE Advising — a 16-point diagnostic assessment and individualized roadmap; (2) Financial Literacy, Credit Repair, and Building — hands-on coaching through SBDC partners; (3) CDFI Technical Assistance — one-on-one loan readiness and application support; (4) Back-Office-In-A-Box — subsidized bookkeeping, payroll, HR, and accounting system setup; (5) Women's ACE Program — biannual cohort for women entrepreneurs; (6) R/UBII — financial and investment-readiness advising for rural and urban SEDI tech entrepreneurs; (7) BRIDGE Proposal Lab — federal grant/contract proposal development training; (8) University of Maryland Carey Law Clinics — free legal services for corporate formation, IP, and contracts; (9) Loaned Executive Program — up to 40-hour engagements with senior executives on financial strategy and investment readiness. The overall program is funded by a three-year, $10 million federal grant. A cohort-based, eight-week sub-program operated by the Institute for Women Entrepreneur Excellence, Inc. (IWEE) supports SEDI entrepreneurs — particularly women business owners — through expert-led workshops, one-on-one mentoring, and applied learning activities delivered in a hybrid format, equipping participants with technical knowledge to access debt and equity capital.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Urban Business Innovation Initiative (UBII)
Maryland Technology Development Corporation
Amount not listed
Recurring
TEDCO's Urban Business Innovation Initiative (UBII) provides technical and business assistance to small and early-stage technology companies in key urban areas of Maryland. Dedicated Venture Growth Advisors evaluate potential clients and provide mentoring, connections to support programs, and guidance on technology commercialization, market channels, financing options, management team building, SBIR/STTR proposal writing, and prototype development. Supported sectors include cybersecurity, educational software, environmental solutions, govtech, renewable energy, IoT devices, nanotechnology, public health and safety, social impact, software development, transportation and mobility, and urban farming. Support programs also include I-Corps, the Builder Fund, partner programs, and other pathways to funding and education.
Deadline: Not listed
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
Equitech Growth Fund
Maryland Technology Development Corporation
$1,000,000
Recurring
The Equitech Growth Fund (EGF), administered by TEDCO (Maryland Technology Development Corporation), provides competitive grants for infrastructure and workforce development initiatives that support Maryland's economic competitiveness, foster economic opportunity for all, and accelerate growth of emerging and advanced industries in the state. The goal is to move Maryland to rank as a top ten fastest growing innovation state by 2040 and position it as a leading global and inclusive innovation economy. Established by legislation CH 461 of 2023, the fund runs until FY2033 with one round per year and approximately $4–5 million allocated annually. Two award tracks are available: Infrastructure Awards (up to $1M per project, 12–36 month projects, 1–3 awards expected with ~$3M total annual pool) and Workforce Awards (up to $250K per project, 12–24 month projects, 8–10 awards expected with ~$2M total annual pool). A 1:1 cash match is required. Eligible applicants include public entities, nonprofits, private entities, public-private partnerships, and higher education institutions. Priority industry types include entrepreneurship development, STEAM education, advanced manufacturing, cybersecurity and IT industry workforce development, advanced technology, and advanced laboratory space. Additional areas of consideration include environmental and energy technology, aerospace and defense, smart agriculture and food technology, and healthcare, life sciences, and bioinformatics.
Deadline: Aug 7, 2026
Via Maryland Community Compass, synced Oct 17, 2026
TEDCO SBIR/STTR Technical and Business Assistance (TABA) Support Program
Maryland Technology Development Corporation
$6,500
Open
TEDCO's TABA Support Program helps early-stage Maryland technology and life science companies leverage federal SBIR/STTR Technical and Business Assistance (TABA) funding. TEDCO works with selected applicants and subject matter experts to develop a customized Statement of Work (SOW) outlining specific technical and business support services. TEDCO directly provides and manages these services, enabling companies to access high-quality expertise without the administrative burden of procuring consultants. The program also helps Maryland SBIR/STTR awardees identify which federal agencies offer TABA and provides ongoing technical and business assistance through experts including technology assessment, market analysis, business model development, commercialization road mapping, investment readiness assessment, and IP and regulatory support. The program aims to accelerate the transition of innovations from research to market. Phase I projects may receive up to $6,500 and Phase II projects up to $50,000 in support, which may be included in the SBIR/STTR award budget or provided in addition to it depending on the federal agency.
Deadline: Not listed
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Maryland Innovation Initiative (MII)
Maryland Technology Development Corporation
$130,000
Between cycles
The Maryland Innovation Initiative (MII) is a collaboration between the State of Maryland and five Maryland academic research institutions — Johns Hopkins University, Morgan State University, University of Maryland Baltimore (UMB), University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC), and University of Maryland College Park (UMCP), administered through Maryland's Technology Development Corporation (TEDCO). The program promotes commercialization of university research by funding technology validation, market assessment, and the creation of startup companies in Maryland. MII operates in two funding tracks: (1) Technology Validation & Market Assessment — up to $130,000 for a sole/JHU-only applicant or up to $180,000 for a joint application from two qualifying universities; 9-month project period; supports faculty inventors with patent filings not yet licensed. $12,500 of the award may be used to pay down patent expenses and $15,000 is allocated for commercialization strategy support (a robust commercialization report is a required deliverable). (2) Company Formation — up to $300,000 over up to 9 months for Maryland-based startup companies that have licensed qualifying university technology within the past 12 months; structured as a convertible debt note (8% annual interest, 5-year term) or a revenue-based reimbursable grant (3% quarterly revenue for 10 years). Total potential funding across both tracks is up to $430,000 for sole applicants. Applications are accepted on a quarterly basis (January 15, April 15, July 15, October 15). All applicants must engage with a TEDCO Site Miner prior to application.
Deadline: Oct 15, 2026
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SBIR/STTR Matching Funds Program
Maryland Technology Development Corporation
Amount not listed
Open
TEDCO's SBIR/STTR Matching Funds Program is a competitive program that provides matching grants to Maryland small businesses that have received federal Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) awards. The program aims to strengthen SBIR/STTR awards, foster job creation and economic development in Maryland, promote commercialization of small business research, facilitate technology transfer from universities and federal labs to small businesses, and encourage participation by economically disadvantaged small businesses. The program runs on a cyclical application process with defined open and deadline dates throughout the year, and awards are issued on a quarterly basis subject to availability of funds. Recipients are required to submit economic impact reports annually for five years following the award.
Deadline: Dec 31, 2026
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Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund (MSCRF) Grant Programs
Maryland Technology Development Corporation
Amount not listed
Recurring
The Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund (MSCRF) was established by the governor and Maryland General Assembly under the Maryland Stem Cell Research Act of 2006 to promote state-funded human stem cell research and medical treatments. Administered by the Maryland Technology Development Corporation (TEDCO) and overseen by the Maryland Stem Cell Research Commission (MSCRC), MSCRF offers competitive grants to scientists, companies, and research organizations in Maryland through seven distinct program tracks: Launch, Discovery, Validation, Commercialization, Clinical, Post-doctoral Fellowships, and Manufacturing Assistance. These programs are designed to accelerate research and commercialization of innovative human stem cell-based technologies across different stages of development, including regenerative medicine. MSCRF grants support young and established scientists, companies, and research organizations from early discovery through clinical development and commercialization. Organizations and companies outside of Maryland are eligible to apply provided the funded research takes place in Maryland. MSCRF also encourages collaborations between academia and industry; applicants forming a public-private partnership are eligible for an additional $100,000 above the maximum grant award. Total MSCRF funding for FY25 is $20.5 million.
Deadline: Jan 13, 2025
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Maryland Makerspace Initiative Program
Maryland Technology Development Corporation
$300,000
Recurring
The Maryland Makerspace Initiative Program (Makerspace Program) provides financial and technical assistance to local governments, government-designated entities, and nonprofits to establish, expand, or develop programming for Makerspaces throughout Maryland. A Makerspace is defined as a community space that provides access to tools, technology, and knowledge for learners and entrepreneurs; results in the prototyping or creation of physical goods; and supports technical education opportunities for personal growth, workforce training, and early-stage business ventures. Grants are available for the establishment of a new Makerspace (Type A: up to $300,000 over 3 years), the expansion of an existing Makerspace (Type B: up to $100,000/year), or the development of Makerspace programming (Type C: up to $25,000/year). Eligible entities may also apply for up to ten hours of free technical assistance provided by Open Works in Baltimore City to support Makerspace creation, expansion, or operation. All applicants must provide a 1:1 matching contribution (cash or in-kind). Applicants may apply for multiple grant types by submitting separate applications.
Deadline: May 15, 2026
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Pava LaPere Innovation Acceleration Grant Program
Maryland Technology Development Corporation
$50,000
Recurring
Grants to technology-based start-up companies founded by current students from eligible colleges and universities located in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson Metropolitan Statistical Area. The program fosters growth of the entrepreneurial innovation ecosystem in Maryland by providing non-dilutive funding to student-founded ventures where the student founder(s) own 50% or more of a technology-based company. Up to nine student ventures are selected per cycle, with no more than two from the same institution. Funded companies are expected to leverage TEDCO's business and technical support services and participate in the Maryland Student Venture Showcase.
Deadline: Not listed
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Baltimore Innovation Initiative (BII)
Maryland Technology Development Corporation
$50,000
Between cycles
The Baltimore Innovation Initiative (BII) Pilot Program supports an equitable innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystem at institutions of higher education throughout the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). As part of Maryland's matching contribution toward the Baltimore Tech Hub, BII funds two grant tracks: (1) Technology Advancement grants to commercialize new or existing technology — up to $50,000 for individual applicants (faculty, students, or startups collaborating with BII-participating institutions) for up to 9 months, or up to $75,000 for joint applications involving two or more qualifying universities; and (2) Entrepreneurship Commercialization, Programming, and Infrastructure grants of up to $50,000 for staff or faculty operating entrepreneurship or commercialization programs, lasting up to 12 months. Technology-based startups collaborating with faculty, students, or staff at BII-participating institutions are also eligible for the Technology Advancement track.
Deadline: Nov 5, 2026
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TEDCO Maryland Venture Fund and Venture Capital Limited Partnership
Maryland Technology Development Corporation
Amount not listed
OpenTechnology
TEDCO's evergreen Venture Funds provide equity investments to early-stage and technology-based businesses in Maryland. The funds are sector-agnostic, focus on backing entrepreneurs with a track record of execution, and are supplemented by Maryland's State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) capital. TEDCO manages over $110M of assets under management across its venture funds. Two related investment mechanisms are offered: (1) The Maryland Venture Fund offers convertible note or equity...
Deadline: Not listed
Network Advisors
Maryland Technology Development Corporation
Amount not listed
OpenTechnology
TEDCO's Network Advisors program connects Maryland's early-stage technology startups with experienced business executives and entrepreneurs who have expertise in specific areas. Advisors bring current, relevant expertise to help startups accelerate growth by providing guidance tailored to their unique needs. Companies can request an advisor in areas such as business development, marketing, finance, and more. Most advisory engagements are voluntary (no cost), while a few are paid consulting...
Deadline: Not listed
Prelude Pitch
Maryland Technology Development Corporation
Amount not listed
Open
A monthly practice pitch program run by TEDCO that invites early-stage companies to pitch in front of TEDCO team members and experienced mentors. Each presenting company gets 10 minutes to pitch, 10 minutes of Q&A, and 10 minutes of feedback. The program helps entrepreneurs refine their pitches, assess market readiness, improve presentation skills, and prepare for securing investment and partnerships. There is no funding tied to the event — the goal is to help startups practice their pitch,...
Deadline: Not listed
Maryland Defense Technology Commercialization (DefTech) Center
Maryland Technology Development Corporation
Amount not listed
OpenTechnology
The DefTech Center is a joint initiative between TEDCO, the Maryland Department of Commerce, and the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) that helps entrepreneurs, technology companies, and DoD lab personnel commercialize defense technologies developed at Department of Defense labs in Maryland (including NSA/Fort Meade, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Ft. Detrick, and others). It connects Maryland businesses to federal laboratories for product development, testing, IP licensing, and more. Members receive...
Deadline: Not listed
APEX Accelerator
Maryland Technology Development Corporation
Amount not listed
OpenTechnology
TEDCO's APEX Accelerator program helps Maryland small businesses grow by connecting them to federal government contracting opportunities and technology transfer activities. Through counseling, training, and outreach, business owners gain skills to win government contracts. TEDCO's specific focus is on technology transfer, commercialization, and SBIR/STTR (Small Business Innovation Research / Small Business Technology Transfer) programs. Services include building relationships with federal...
Deadline: Not listed
Market Search
Maryland Technology Development Corporation
Amount not listed
OpenTechnology
TEDCO's Market Search program provides eligible entrepreneurs and early-stage companies with free access to the GlobalData database — a suite of market intelligence tools — to help them conduct secondary market research. Participants receive two months of complimentary access to GlobalData Explorer, Explorer AI Hub, Disruptor Intelligence Center, and related tools covering market trends, competitors, industry analysis, and emerging technologies. The goal is to improve market assessments and...
Deadline: Not listed
Concept Capital
Maryland Technology Development Corporation
Amount not listed
OpenTechnology
Concept Capital is TEDCO's initiative to bridge the early-stage funding gap for underrepresented entrepreneurs across Maryland. The program provides flexible convertible note funding and specialized support to founders who are socially and economically disadvantaged or rural-based, helping them prepare for future venture opportunities. Funding is provided as convertible notes ranging from $25,000 to $50,000 with zero interest, zero discount, and negotiable valuation caps. Eligible founders may...
Deadline: Not listed
