These grants support programs that empower women ages 18 and over in challenging situations to improve the quality of their lives.
FREDERICK, MD – Feb. 6, 2025: The Women’s Giving Circle of Frederick County will accept grant applications for its 2025 grant cycle through Feb. 28 with up to $280,000 available from The Women’s Giving Circle of Frederick County Fund. The fund is one of more than 815 component funds of The Community Foundation of Frederick County.
The Women’s Giving Circle of Frederick County 2025 Grants Program will support programs that empower women ages 18 and over in challenging situations to improve the quality of their lives. Their efforts focus on a wide range of critical areas, including advocacy and access, basic needs, education, family services, financial services, healthcare, housing, transportation, workforce empowerment, and organizational infrastructure for service providers. Nonprofit organizations that offer programs and/or services that provide women with essential resources, services, and opportunities in Frederick County are eligible to apply.
The online application can be accessed at FrederickCountyGives.org/Grants. No paper applications will be accepted. Organizations may submit applications for up to four projects, with each proposal not to exceed $40,000. The maximum total that will be granted to any one organization is $40,000.
The Women’s Giving Circle was formed in 2006 and brings people together who share similar philanthropic goals to benefit women’s needs. In 2024, 22 grants totaling $275,000 were presented to 14 organizations; and since 2006, the fund has granted more than $2.9 million. To learn more about The Women’s Giving Circle and its grant program, visit FrederickWGC.org.
Many Frederick County civic groups partner with the Community Foundation to create funds that benefit the community and carry out their missions.