Background
The Mitzvah Fund for Good Deeds was established in 2012 for the purpose of providing gap funding for non-profits in the Baltimore community.
All eligible organizations are encouraged to apply!
Eligibility
Organizations must:
Have 501(c)(3) nonprofit status or a fiscal agent
Serve Baltimore region
Not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, national origin, color, physical handicap, gender or sexual orientation
Typical Grants
Grant requests to not exceed $3,500
Guidelines
The purpose to which Mitzvah Fund monies may be applied are broadly defined. Proposal may include funding for unrestricted needs, transportation, staffing, etc. Previous grants have included:
COVID-19 at-home kits for students to read, learn and play
Resource cards to distribute with meals for families in need
Creating a diverse library at a local school
The Mitzvah Fund does not make grants for:
Start-up organizations
Capital campaigns, building construction, renovations or other capital projects
Individuals
Multiple years
Institution of higher education
Projects that do not serve the Baltimore region
Deadlines
This fund accepts grant proposals on a rolling basis as funds are available.