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Eddie C. and C. Sylvia Brown Family Foundation – Grants
Eddie and Sylvia Brown are active philanthropists in the Baltimore metropolitan area. The Brown Family Foundation was established at the Baltimore Community Foundation in 1994 as a vehicle for the family to support charitable organizations addressing needs in the areas of health, the arts, and K-12 education.
The Brown Family Foundation will consider grants that have direct impact on the African American community in the Baltimore metropolitan area.
Typical Grants
$5,000
Guidelines
The Brown Family Foundation focuses its grantmaking in the following areas: mental health, cancer, the arts, and K-12 education. The foundation's grantmaking will support organizations and their programs that:
- Addresses mental health in the African American community. Programs that provide direct services and intervention including testing and counseling, case management strategies, and access to treatment will be considered.
- Address the prevention and treatment of cancer. This can include local organizations that provide cancer screening, prevention education, and treatment modalities.
- Provide opportunities for youth involvement in meaningful art experiences. This can include support for arts organizations or youth serving organizations that have developed programs which expose young people to the arts. Programs that infuse the arts as a tool for leadership development, academic enrichment, and are built on strong youth development principles are encouraged to apply.
- Provide access to educational opportunities for disadvantaged children and youth. This can include local organizations that work to improve K-12 public education and to offer enhancement and enrichment opportunities to Baltimore City students. Educational opportunities are defined in the broadest sense to include, but are not limited to: afterschool programs, mentoring, alternative education, computer technology, scholarship support, as well as traditional in-school K-12 programs;
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Arts and education programs that serve a core group of children and/or youth over an extended period of time rather than a large number of youth for a short period of time are encouraged to apply. Organizations with a proven track record and clear programmatic outcomes will be competitive.
The Foundation does not make grants for:
- Start-up organizations or new programs within established organizations
- Capital campaigns, building construction, renovations or other capital projects
- Individuals
- Multiple years
- Institutions of higher education
- Organizations outside the Baltimore region
Deadline
Applications will be accepted from March 31, 2025 through September 30, 2025
AI Based Application Success Predictor
1. 🎯 Direct Alignment with BCF’s Priorities
BCF funds programs that:
Improve education and career pathways for Baltimore youth
Support neighborhood development and equity initiatives
Promote community leadership, arts, and environmental sustainability
✅ Predictor: Proposals directly address one or more of BCF’s priority areas with measurable community outcomes.
2. 👩🎓 Scholarships – Academic Potential & Financial Need
BCF offers over 80 scholarship programs for students in Baltimore City and surrounding counties.
Strong academic performance
Demonstrated financial need
Clear educational and career goals
✅ Predictor: Successful applicants combine academic merit with a compelling personal story and financial need.
3. 🤝 Community Engagement and Equity Focus
For grants, BCF values organizations that:
Work collaboratively with communities
Address systemic barriers or inequities
✅ Predictor: The proposal centers community voices and promotes equity.
4. 📚 Feasible, Measurable Projects
Funded projects have clear goals, timelines, and measurable outcomes
Organizations with proven capacity and partnerships are more competitive
✅ Predictor: Applications show realistic plans with tangible community benefits.
5. 📈 Potential for Long-Term Impact
Whether for scholarships or grants, BCF favors investments that lead to sustainable change.
Proposals or personal statements that show long-term vision and leadership potential stand out.
✅ Predictor: The application demonstrates lasting benefits for Baltimore communities.
🧾 BCF Funding Opportunities
| Program Type | Audience | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Community Grants | Nonprofits in Baltimore | Education, neighborhood development, racial equity |
| Scholarships | Baltimore-area students | Post-secondary education support |
| Neighborhood Grants Program | Resident-led groups | Small community projects |
📌 Tips for Strong Applications
✅ For grants: Show data-driven outcomes, partnerships, and sustainability
✅ For scholarships: Write a personal statement linking education to community impact
✅ Include letters of recommendation that highlight leadership and service
Specialties
Eligibility Requirements
Organizations (or their fiscal agents) serving the Baltimore area that qualify as public charities under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and do not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, national origin, color, physical handicap, gender or sexual orientation.
Sponsor Details
Sponsor Institute/Organizations: Baltimore Community Foundation
Sponsor Type: Corporate/Non-Profit
Address: 11 East Mount Royal Avenue, 2nd Floor Baltimore, MD 21202
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Grant
Letter Of Intent Deadline:
Sep 30, 2025
Final Deadline:
Sep 30, 2025
Funding Amount:
$5,000
Host Details
Affiliation: Baltimore Community Foundation
Address: 11 East Mount Royal Avenue, 2nd Floor Baltimore, MD 21202
Website URL: https://bcf.org/for-grantseekers/other-grant-opportunities/eddie-c-and-c-sylvia-brown-family-foundation/
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