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GrantMaryland — Baltimore Community Foundation Stronger Schools Grants 2026 (Student Mental Health & School Health)
Atlas Opportunity Score92/100
FundingBCF does not publish a universal Stronger Schools award ceiling. Its current FAQ states that a typical BCF grant is about $20,000, with smaller projects often receiving $1,000-$5,000; multi-year awards may be possible at committee discretion and subject to available funds.
DeadlineSeptember 23, 2026; the current BCF Stronger Schools page does not state a specific closing time.
Required next actionConfirm the applicant is an eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofit or has an eligible fiscal sponsor; identify the Baltimore City or Baltimore County school(s) to be served; develop the proposal directly with school leaders and secure the required school letter of support; align the project to student mental health, school climate/culture and/or kindergarten readiness; define measurable school-level outcomes; and submit through BCF's online portal by September 23, 2026.
Current statusActiveSource verificationSeptember 19, 2026Tracked applicant typesCommunity-Based Organization, Nonprofit Organization
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