AmeriCorps Maryland Notice of Funding Opportunities
AmeriCorps Notice of Funding Opportunities are posted!
The application deadline is February 27, 2026 | 11:59 PM ET. Visit the AmeriCorps Notice of Funding Opportunities page for more information!
Enhance your organization’s capacity with AmeriCorps Maryland funding opportunities
AmeriCorps is the largest funder of national service in the United States, connecting organizations, public agencies, and institutions of higher education with individuals willing to dedicate their time and efforts to addressing critical needs across the state. AmeriCorps Maryland offers funding to support the development and operation of programs that engage individuals in direct service.
To qualify for funding through an operational grant, AmeriCorps Maryland programs must support the equivalent of 20 full-time AmeriCorps Members in their first year of operation. The amount of the grant award is based on the number of AmeriCorps Members serving with the organization. Organizations launching new programs may apply for planning grant opportunities. These grants do not include AmeriCorps Members but enable organizations to lay the foundation for a successful AmeriCorps operational program.
Please note that some AmeriCorps grant opportunities require matching funds.
AmeriCorps Maryland Competitive Notice of Funding Opportunity
AmeriCorps is a national service program that engages individuals in meaningful service to strengthen communities. Through AmeriCorps Maryland Competitive Operational Grants, organizations can place full- or part-time AmeriCorps members within Maryland to address critical local needs.
We expect to release a separate Notice of Funding Opportunity for formula applicants in spring 2026.
New applicants: Organizations applying for AmeriCorps funding for the first time must email [email protected] to request information or express intent to apply by Friday, February 13, 2026
Key Dates
- Informational Webinar: February 19, 2026 | 1:00 - 2:00pm ET [RSVP]
- Applications Due: February 27, 2026 | 11:59 PM ET
Applications must be submitted through eGrants and Form Assembly. Late submissions in part or whole will not be accepted. - Award Notification: June 2026 (tentative)
- Anticipated Program Start Date: August 15, 2026
Application Materials
- FY26 AmeriCorps Maryland Competitive NOFO (PDF, 553 KB)
- FY26 AmeriCorps Maryland Application Instructions (PDF, 808 KB)
- FY26 Mandatory Supplemental Instructions (PDF, 198 KB) - PDF
- FY26 Performance Measure (PDF, 984 KB) - PDF
- FY26 Applicant Defined Performance Measures (PDF, 860 KB) - PDF
Required Documents & Resources
- Additional Documents Submission Form
- Operational and Financial Management Survey (OFMS) Survey)
- Evaluation Summary Template (PDF, 49 KB)
- State Support and Oversight Fee Calculator (PDF, 122 KB)
- FY26 Maryland AmeriCorps - Competitive NOFO Application Checklist (PDF, 246 KB)
Informational Webinar
Join our informational webinar on February 19, 2026 for an overview of the Competitive grant opportunity and Q&A. Attendance is encouraged but not required.
Contact
Questions? Email [email protected].
Please submit questions early; responses are not guaranteed within 48 hours of the deadline.
Additional AmeriCorps funding & resource opportunities
In addition to the funding and resource opportunities administered by AmeriCorps Maryland, there are additional national service resources available to Maryland communities through the Federal agency, AmeriCorps.
Maryland’s Department of Service and Civic Innovation (DSCI) believes that national service can accelerate the impact of any organization. If an AmeriCorps Maryland grant is not the right fit, see programs below:
Previous funding opportunities
Below is an archive of past funding opportunities. While closed, they illustrate the types of projects we have invested in and can help you prepare for future announcements. If you’d like to learn more, please contact us at [email protected].
- FY22 Operational Grant Notice of Funding Opportunity
- FY23 Operational Grant Notice of Funding Opportunity
- FY23 Planning Grant Notice of Funding Opportunity - PDF
- FY24 Operational Grant Notice of Funding Opportunity
- FY24 Planning Grant Notice of Funding Opportunity - PDF
- FY25 Operational Grant Notice of Funding Opportunity
AmeriCorps Office of Inspector General Hotline The Inspector General for AmeriCorps, the FBI, and the U.S. Attorney’s Office are committed to investigating and prosecuting individuals who defraud the AmeriCorps program and programs under the CARES Act. If you are aware of fraud, waste, or abuse affecting AmeriCorps or any of its programs, contact the AmeriCorps Office of Inspector General Hotline (www.americorpsoig.gov/hotline)