Guardians of the Community: Funds Champion First Responder Initiatives
Frederick County is home to more than two dozen fire companies and hundreds of volunteer and career personnel including firefighters and EMTs. As we reflect … Read More
Community Grants
Nonprofits in Frederick County have many opportunities to apply for Impact Grants and Strategic Grants. Visit our Grants page for more information.
Scholarships
Frederick County residents enrolled in post-secondary study, vocational, or technical training can apply for scholarships supporting their area of study. Visit our Scholarships page for more information.
Impacts of Our Grants & Scholarships
With more than $94 million in grants and scholarships invested into Frederick County since 1986, our donors have stepped up to the plate caring about their fellow citizens and impacting lives. We focus on immediate and future needs, with emphasis on providing long-term solutions to both.
$7.1 million in FY2023 Grants
$1.8 million in FY2023 Scholarships
Impact Stories
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Career Education Scholarships Available at Community Foundation
FREDERICK, MD – Aug. 29, 2023: The Community Foundation of Frederick County is committed to supporting students who are studying to enter career education fields. … Read More
Celebrating Recovery: Nonprofits, Donors Transform Lives
In its 2018 Human Needs Assessment, the Community Foundation identified substance use disorder (SUD) as one of the most pressing needs in Frederick County, alongside … Read More