Funding Opportunity #: FO-2027-MACRO-005

Awarding Agency: Administrative Office of the Courts, Mediation and Conflict Resolution Office (MACRO)

Award Period: 7/01/2026 - 6/30/2027

Program description: To support the Maryland Judiciary’s mission to provide fair, efficient, and effective justice for all, MACRO's restorative justice grant program seeks to support organizations, programs, and projects which take a restorative approach to disputes in schools, communities, and / or criminal and juvenile conflicts. We prioritize support for direct conflict resolution services that work to address the underlying root of conflicts, repair harm to individuals and communities, encourage dialogue to build greater understanding among groups, and involve everyone impacted in the resolution of conflicts.

Eligibility: This funding opportunity is open to non-profit, local government, and institutions of higher education working in Maryland.

Application Deadline: March 25, 2026

Terms and Conditions: All grant applications and awards made under this funding opportunity are subject to the Maryland Judiciary's General Grant Conditions, and the FY27 Special Conditions for MACRO Conflict Resolution Grants.

Information Session: Applicants (new and returning) are encouraged to register and attend the information and technical session scheduled on Wednesday, January 28 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. 

Register for this session: https://mdcourts.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/XEhM_JrGQgm-pkdRgwYGUw 

Applicants are also strongly encouraged to review the Judiciary's handout: 10 Tips for Writing Successful Grant Applications.

For questions about this funding opportunity, please contact MACRO at 410-260-3540, or by email at MACROgrants@mdcourts.gov.