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Small Grants (for Projects and Trainings in Maryland) is sponsored by Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council. The Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council offers Small Grants to support projects and trainings in Maryland that are related to the Council's mission of enabling people with developmental disabilities to live the lives they want.
For trainings, funds can cover costs like meeting space, speaker fees, materials, and translation services. Small businesses, organizations, and groups can apply. Funding for trainings is up to $3,000, covering up to 75% of the total cost (or 90% in Baltimore City or Somerset County).
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, but should be submitted well in advance of the project or training start date.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Organizations and groups can request funding for trainings and conferences they will host. The trainings must be for people with developmental disabilities in Maryland, family members of people with developmental disabilities in Maryland, and/or professionals in Maryland that work with people with developmental disabilities. Any person, group, or organization can apply for projects. Projects must take place in Maryland, be related to the Council's mission, benefit people with developmental disabilities and their families, and make a difference that continues after the grant ends. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $3,000 for trainings, $5,000 for projects. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Small Grants (for Projects and Trainings in Maryland) is funded by Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Maryland. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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