- What it funds
- On-the-ground projects in Prince George's County that treat stormwater (rain gardens, bioretention, bioswales, conservation landscaping, permeable pavement), protect and grow tree canopy, engage residents and reduce litter, in support of the County's Climate Action Plan.
- Who can apply
- Nonprofits, Prince George's County municipalities and public agencies, watershed groups, colleges, community associations and faith-based groups; applicants based outside the County need a County-based partner. Projects in the City of Bowie are not eligible.
- Match
- Not required; cash and in-kind match are viewed favorably.
- Award
- Last round's ranges: water quality projects $50,000–$200,000; tree canopy $50,000–$300,000; community engagement $10,000–$60,000; litter reduction $10,000–$50,000; project support $500–$5,000. About $2.6 million was available in FY26.
How Maryland applicants apply
When the request for proposals opens, apply in the Bay Trust Awards Portal (cbtrust.org/login) with the program's narrative questions. Contact Senior Program Officer Whitney Vong; the last round also offered two free technical assistance providers.
The program on cbtrust.orgDates
What has changed
- February 27, 2026FY26 request for proposals released with about $2.6 million and an April 30, 2026 deadline. (cbtrust.org)
Sources
Checked against the funder’s own pages on October 29, 2026. Rules and dates change; confirm with the funder before you apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
As of October 29, 2026: Closed. Closed as of October 29, 2026; the last deadline was April 30, 2026. The Trust's FY2027 planned schedule expects the next request for proposals in November 2026 with applications due in February 2027 (not confirmed).
On-the-ground projects in Prince George's County that treat stormwater (rain gardens, bioretention, bioswales, conservation landscaping, permeable pavement), protect and grow tree canopy, engage residents and reduce litter, in support of the County's Climate Action Plan.
Nonprofits, Prince George's County municipalities and public agencies, watershed groups, colleges, community associations and faith-based groups; applicants based outside the County need a County-based partner. Projects in the City of Bowie are not eligible.
Not required; cash and in-kind match are viewed favorably.
When the request for proposals opens, apply in the Bay Trust Awards Portal (cbtrust.org/login) with the program's narrative questions. Contact Senior Program Officer Whitney Vong; the last round also offered two free technical assistance providers.
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