Meet the Moment Fund

Grants Program (France-Merrick Foundation) is sponsored by France-Merrick Foundation. The France-Merrick Foundation concentrates its grant-making within the State of Maryland and primarily within the greater Baltimore area. The Foundation favors one-time, project-oriented requests that have defined beginnings and endings, as opposed to annual giving or ongoing operational support. They have previously funded facility improvements and renovations for cultural organizations and health/human services, including a 'new teaching kitchen' for Creative Alliance. If the request involves new construction or renovation of an existing building, special attention will be given to sustainable building practices and energy conservation measures.

France-Merrick Foundation Grants is a grant from France-Merrick Foundation that funds project-oriented initiatives for nonprofit organizations serving communities in Maryland, primarily in the greater Baltimore area. The Foundation favors time-limited projects with defined beginnings and ends, supporting areas such as community and economic development, arts and culture, education, and human services. For 2025-2026, the Foundation has also launched the Meet the Moment Fund responding to recent public policy impacts on Baltimore residents and nonprofits. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations with demonstrated financial stability and program effectiveness. Awards range from $10,000 to $100,000; general operating support and deficit financing are not funded.

Community Impact Micro Rural Grant is sponsored by Collaboratory (Southwest Florida Community Foundation) with support from Florida Blue Foundation. This program supports projects that address priority needs and strengthen health and well-being in Charlotte, Glades, and Hendry counties. It focuses on efforts that address the root causes of community challenges and create lasting, system-level change, with an emphasis on housing and transportation affordability.

Meet the Moment Fund is sponsored by France-Merrick Foundation Inc.. A one-year grantmaking strategy for 2025-2026 designed to address the impacts of recent public policy changes and funding disruptions. The fund provides short-term financial support to safeguard progress in essential sectors such as health, housing, safety, education, and economic mobility, as well as maintaining Baltimore's vibrancy through arts and the environment. Geographic focus: Greater Baltimore, Maryland Focus areas: Health, Housing, Safety, Education, Economic Mobility, Arts, Environment, Historic Preservation, Community Development

France-Merrick Foundation Traditional Grantmaking is sponsored by France-Merrick Foundation. The France-Merrick Foundation provides project-oriented funding to increase the capacity of organizations to have a positive impact on lives and communities within Maryland, with a particular focus on the Greater Baltimore area. Funding is aimed at one-time investments in capital projects, equipment, and technology.