The Dorchester County Health Department is making mini-grants available to local programs and community organizations to offer activities for Dorchester County youth.
Awards of up to $5,000 per applicant will be available. Applicants are encouraged to incorporate youth tobacco/vape prevention messaging into activities.
Requirements:
• Provide activities for Dorchester County youth.
• If applicable, be in good standing to do business within the State of Maryland.
• Funds must be used to support the implementation of proposed activities.
• Document activities and maintain fiscal records to submit report by June 23, 2025.
Please note that this is a competitive application process. More funding is available for programs that integrate tobacco/vape prevention into activities.
Application forms are available by emailing angela.mercier@maryland.gov or on our website at https://dorchesterhealth.org/applications-sought-for-youth-activities/
Pre-Application Webinar: Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at 10 am via Google Meet. Register here: https://forms.gle/kSiPGjcawEjctPVP7
Completed applications are due by 5 pm Wednesday, March 19, 2025. Selected applicants will be notified by Friday, March 21, 2025.
Submit completed applications via email to angela.mercier@maryland.gov.
Questions: Contact Angela at angela.mercier@maryland.gov or 410-901-8126.