TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County’s Department of Planning has announced an expansion of its Community Improvement Grants program, offering $1.8 million to support capital projects designed to strengthen local neighborhoods and business districts.
The program encourages community organizations, non-profits, and local Chambers of Commerce to apply for funds ranging from $3,000 to $200,000. The grants are intended for capital projects with a durability of 15 years or more that benefit the overall community and advance the goals of the county’s Master Plan 2030.
“Investing in our neighborhoods means investing in the people who live, work, and raise families in them,” Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier said. “These grants allow us to partner directly with community organizations to make improvements to build stronger communities all over Baltimore County.”
Eligible projects include installing murals and other public art, neighborhood gateway and wayfinding signage, improvements to community-owned property and buildings, and enhancements to playgrounds, pocket parks, and community gardens on privately owned land.
The county noted that projects in Baltimore County parks, on public or private school property, or within gated communities are not eligible.
Applicants must hold a 501(c)(3), (c)(4), or (c)(6) designation and be in good standing with the State of Maryland, though organizations without that status may arrange to work with a pass-through organization.
All prospective applicants must complete a pre-application meeting by contacting Thomas Suchecki, Department of Planning, at [email protected].
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