Town of Bladensburg Community Grant Program (Maryland)

The Town of Bladensburg is seeking applications for its Community Grant Program.

Donor Name: Town of Bladensburg

State: Maryland

City: Bladensburg

Type of Grant: Grant

Deadline: 07/03/2024

Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000

Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned

Details:

For the purpose of this section, an “operating grant” shall provide support for the day-to-day costs of running the non-profit organization. A “capital grant” shall provide funds to nonprofit organizations to purchase equipment and related supplies or to make capital improvements (renovations, remodeling, etc.).

Subject to the availability of funds, the Town will consider funding an operating and/or capital grant to a non-profit organization with an application submission that meets one of the following criteria:

Provides services that sustain and empower youth, families, and individuals to move towards an improved quality of life and self-sufficiency.
Provides programs that preserve and enhance a community’s character;
Provides programs that contribute to a vibrant economy; or
Promotes programs that are integral to community revitalization, economic development, and environmental sustainability

Funding Information

Limited funding available, maximum grant funding available per requesting applicant will be up to $2,000 based on the final FY24 approved budget.

Qualification Criteria

Applicant shall have the administrative and financial capacity to carry out the project successfully and shall be in good standing with the Maryland Department of Taxation;
The project shall help meet the criteria outlined in paragraph B of this section;
The applicant shall demonstrate that the proposed activity shall provide maximum public benefit in relation to cost and
The applicant shall demonstrate the ability to leverage additional funds.

Required Documents

The following documents are required and must be included in all applications:

Federal Tax-exempt IRS determination letter: Copy of most recent IRS determination letter under Section 501 (c) (3) indicating evidence of tax-exempt status.
Good Standing Status: Include the most recent copy (2017) of the organization’s general entity information showing that it is currently in good standing with the State Department of Assessment & Taxation (SDAT) 3. Articles of Incorporation: Include a copy of the Articles of Incorporation.
Organizations’ Bylaws: Please include a copy of your organizational bylaws.
Board of Directors: Please list all board members and terms.
Mission Statement – Include the organization’s Mission Statement.
Copy of the last audit or financial statements—If audited financials are unavailable, please provide a copy of the organization’s most recent IRS 990 tax return.
Organization budget for the current year: Provide a copy of the most recent budget, including income, expenses, and debts.
Form-W9: Signed request for Taxpayer’s Identification Number and Certification.
Insurance Requirement: Proof of Insurance.
Letter of Support: Include at least one (1) Letter of Support with an original signature from a community group, PTA/PTO, or church located within the radius as evidence of community need.