State grantMaryland

The Straus Foundation Grant Program

Offered by Aaron Straus and Lillie Straus Foundation

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Who can apply
Nonprofit organizations in the Baltimore metropolitan region, excluding individuals and endowment campaigns.
How much
Amount not listed
By when
RollingApply anytimeGrants are awarded three times a year and applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
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Checked Oct 23, 2026

About this grant

The Straus Foundation funds nonprofit organizations primarily in the Baltimore metropolitan region, with a focus on projects that influence public funding streams more effectively. The application process begins with a short letter of interest submitted through an online portal, followed by a full proposal if invited. Grants are awarded three times a year and applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Eligibility details

  • Notes: The Foundation funds almost exclusively in the Baltimore metropolitan region. It does not award grants to individuals or endowment campaigns. Proposals must be consistent with its programmatic priorities. The Foundation gives strongest consideration to projects that attempt to influence the spending of public funding streams in more effective ways.
Nonprofit (501c3)Nonprofit (Other)

Topics

Civic & CommunitySocial Justice

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