The Washington County Office of Grant Management, on behalf of the Washington County Board of County Commissioners, is pleased to announce the availability of funding through the Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund (CRRF).

The CRRF was established through the legalization of adult-use cannabis in Maryland to support communities disproportionately impacted by prior cannabis enforcement policies. Funding is intended to advance community reinvestment, economic mobility, and equity-focused initiatives within eligible areas of Washington County, specifically within ZIP code 21740. Previous community surveys and data collection efforts identified key gaps and needs related to health and wellness, community quality of life, economic opportunity, and youth services.

Eligible applicants may include nonprofit organizations, community-based organizations, educational institutions, local governments, and other entities serving disproportionately impacted communities.

 

Priority Areas

Applicants should propose projects that address at least one of the following:

• Community and Quality of Life
• Economic Opportunity and Youth
• Health and Wellness

Funding priorities will focus on projects that demonstrate measurable community impact, promote equity-driven outcomes, and align with CRRF goals and state guidance.

 

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for an award, the applicant must:

1. Be a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization or a local government
2. Be in “Good Standing” with the Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT).
3. Provide services exclusively to residents of Washington County, Maryland in the ZIP code of 21740.
4. Demonstrate a proven track record of fiscal responsibility and programmatic success.

 

Funding Details 

CRRF funding comes from the State of Maryland and is administered through Washington County Government. Total funding will be determined by budgetary considerations and the number and quality of applications received. 

• Award Range: Washington County intends to award grants up to $50,000.
• Performance Period: July 1, 2026-December 31, 2026.

Required Documents

• Application Submission Form
• Budget
• Letters of Support
• 501(c)(3) nonprofit determination letter
• Proof of “Good Standing” with the Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation (Screen shot of current SDAT page).
• W9 Form

Application Submission

All completed, required CRRC Community Grants application materials should be emailed to [email protected] by June 15th. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis leading up to the deadline. Multiple PDF attachments will be accepted, and all supporting documents should be submitted in a single email. Incomplete or late applications may not be reviewed.

Application Documents

• Application
• Budget Narrative
• W9 Form