Grant opportunity · Rural Maryland Council

Rural Readiness Program

Up to $50,000 per award

About this opportunity

A cohort-based training and technical assistance program that supports community-based leaders and organizations working to advance place-based economic development and strengthen local capacity across rural Maryland. Participants receive grant writing workshops, business planning support, project development assistance, and connections to funding partners over 6–8 training sessions. The program also builds capacity for small rural towns and nonprofits that struggle to compete for funding, funding early planning and predevelopment activities, providing direct staff support, and certifying participants to give them priority in Rural Maryland Council grant funding decisions.

Who may apply

non-profit, government, higher education institution

Deadline

2026-08-01

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