The Baltimore Community Foundation (BCF) has launched Legacy Forward Grants, a $250,000 initiative designed to commemorate the United States’ 250th anniversary by supporting Baltimore (City and County) nonprofits that honor the past, bring communities together, and shape the region’s shared future. The program invites organizations to propose projects that celebrate Baltimore’s cultural and civic heritage while fostering collaboration across communities. These efforts aim to advance reflection, unity, and progress as the city prepares for 2026 and beyond.

VISUAL/B-ROLL: screen recording of Legacy Forward Grant application page (https://drive.google.com/file/d/128poCQkxxamK4brEu7ooepZgAGQPHdMM/view?usp=sharing)

WHAT: BCF’s Legacy Forward Grants will award project-based grants of $2,500 to $25,000 to local nonprofits working to strengthen civic connection and celebrate Baltimore’s rich history.

WHO: Eligible applicants must be a nonprofit organization with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status, or have a fiscal sponsor that has 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status, based in Baltimore City or Baltimore County. Eligible organizations include non-profit organizations whose overall mission focuses on education, historical preservation, or cultural preservation. Neighborhood associations and improvement organizations are also eligible for these grants. Propose a project or program that takes place between January 1, 2026, and September 30, 2027.

WHEN: Application Period: November 1 – December 20, 2025 (closes at 5 p.m. EST).

Proposed projects or programs must take place between January 1, 2026 and September 30, 2027 for eligibility.

WHERE: Applications and full program details available at www.bcf.org/legacyforward.

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