FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: Reducing Gun Violence in Maryland

At the Center for Firearm Violence Prevention and Intervention, a new funding opportunity for non-profit organizations and/or government agencies was just released, Reducing Gun Violence in Maryland Through Prevention, Assessment, Intervention, and Response (Grant # CFVPI-0004).

This Request for Applications will result in multiple grant awards to implement evidence-informed strategies to reduce gun deaths and injuries by implementing a new or continuing project or program. Proposals should align with the Center’s priorities, which are organized within their Three Pillar framework (Prevention and Assessment, Intervention and Response, Community Resilience and Healing). 

The anticipated duration of the grants is from July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027. Proposals totaling up to $200,000 each may be requested. This funding is dependent on available FY 2027 State funding.

Key Dates:

• Request for Application Issued on Jan. 12, 2026

• Informational Webinar on Jan. 26, 2026, at 10:00 AM (Google Meet link can be found in the Request for Application)

• Questions Due by Feb. 6, 2026, to mdh.violenceprevention@maryland.gov

• Proposals Due on Feb. 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST, and can be sent to mdh.violenceprevention@maryland.gov