Capacity Building Grants support Frederick County nonprofits in enhancing leadership, management, and organizational systems. Funded activities include strategic planning, board and leadership development, technology upgrades, financial management improvements, and collaboration support. Grants range from $2,500 to $25,000, require documented realistic requests, and include outcome reporting.
Eligible applicants are tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofits physically located or serving Frederick County, Maryland. They must have a defined mission, strong leadership, 100% board giving, current Maryland charity registration, and provide an operating budget.