Programs that empower Women in Maryland

The Women's Giving Circle of Frederick County (WGC) provides funding to local nonprofits that focus on empowering women in Frederick County, Maryland, who are experiencing challenging situations. Since its establishment in 2007, the WGC has awarded over $2.9 million to support organizations that provide services to these women. The WGC is a component fund of The Community Foundation of Frederick County, a 501(c)(3) public charity. In 2025, the Women's Giving Circle will award a total of $280,000 in grants to local nonprofits serving women in need within the Frederick County area. The grant application period for 2025 is open from February 1 to February 28. The funding is specifically aimed at nonprofit organizations in Frederick County that are working on projects designed to improve the lives of women facing difficult circumstances. Organizations interested in applying must use the online application platform provided by the Community Foundation, which is administered through Foundant grant application software. Applicants are encouraged to review all materials available on the WGC website for guidance in preparing their applications. The grant application process involves submitting an application online through the Community Foundation's portal. For those applying for the first time or needing assistance, tutorials and resources are available to help navigate the application process. This includes video tutorials on creating accounts, applying for grants, and understanding the online dashboard. Previous applicants who have an existing online account with the Community Foundation or WGC are encouraged to use their established login credentials. For more detailed guidance, the Women's Giving Circle provides resources such as the 2025 Grant Application Preview, a Financial Statement Form, a Sample Budget, and the 2025 Community Foundation Grant Seeker Guidebook. These materials are designed to support applicants in properly completing their submissions and ensuring their projects align with the WGC's funding priorities. Additionally, there is an option to contact the WGC directly with any questions at grants@frederickwgc.org. Overall, the Women's Giving Circle of Frederick County is committed to supporting organizations that empower women in the local community. The funding it provides is crucial to sustaining nonprofit efforts that aim to address the needs of women in challenging situations, and the Circle’s contributions continue to have a significant impact on improving their lives.