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Finance

Council to Hear $400K MCPS Blueprint Career Advising Funding

A March 24 public hearing will address a $400,693 supplemental appropriation to MCPS for the Blueprint for Maryland's Future Career Advising Program.

MCCouncil-LIO· Mar 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on March 24, April 7, 8 and 9 …”
Mar 13
Finance

$1M HEECAP Grants Open for Nonprofits to Retrofit Homes

Nonprofits in Montgomery County can apply through April 15 for a share of $1 million in HEECAP grants to retrofit income-eligible homes.

DEP· Mar 13, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Energy — “⏰ How is a clock like a frog in March? 🐸”
Mar 13
Finance

Elrich to Present FY2027 Budget March 13 in Rockville

County Executive Marc Elrich will unveil his recommended FY2027 operating budget at Richard Montgomery High School on March 13 at 4 p.m.

Montgomery County PIO· Mar 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich to Present His Recommended Fiscal Year 2…”
Mar 11
Finance

Business Energy Investment Tax Credit for Solar, Wind Ends 2027

The federal Business Energy Investment Tax Credit for commercial-scale solar and wind terminates for facilities placed in service after Dec. 31, 2027.

DEP· Mar 11, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News March 2026”
Mar 11
Finance

Federal 179D Commercial Buildings Tax Deduction Ending June 2026

The 179D energy efficient commercial buildings deduction will be terminated for projects beginning construction after June 30, 2026.

DEP· Mar 11, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News March 2026”
Mar 11
Finance

FY26 Nonprofit Strategic Planning Grant Deadline Is March 11

Montgomery County's Office of Grants Management closes FY26 Nonprofit Strategic Planning Grant applications at 5 PM today, March 11.

DEP· Mar 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News March 2026”
Mar 11
Finance

County Executive to Transmit FY27 Operating Budget Friday

The County Executive will transmit his recommended FY27 Operating Budget to the Council this Friday, March 13.

Evans· Mar 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Shebra Evans — “February Recap”
Mar 11
Finance

County Offers $550K Grant for Regional Food Aggregation Facility

Montgomery County released a Notice of Funding Opportunity offering $550,000 for a single awardee to establish a regional food aggregation and distribution facility.

Friedson· Mar 10, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “Councilmember Andrew Friedson Announces Montgomery County to be First Jurisdicti…”
Mar 10
Finance

County Executive to Transmit FY Budget by March 13

The County Executive will submit his operating budget by March 13, opening the Council's review and amendment process ahead of a May approval vote.

Mink· Mar 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “March Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Mar 9
Finance

Council to Vote on $12M MCPS Employee Benefits Shortfall Fix

A $12M supplemental appropriation would shore up MCPS's Employee Benefit Plan amid rising enrollment and claims expenses.

MCCouncil· Mar 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Meets on March 10 to Conduct 11 Public Hearings and Re…”
Mar 9
Finance

Montgomery College FY27-32 CIP: $445M Exec Recommendation Reviewed

EC Committee reviews $445.3M County Executive-recommended capital plan for Montgomery College, $54M below the college's own $499M request.

MCCouncil-LIO· Mar 6, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council and Committee Meetings on March 9, 2026”
Mar 6
Finance

County Contractor Minimum Wage Rising to $18.55 July 2026

Montgomery County's Wage Requirements Law rate increases from $18.15 to $18.55 per hour effective July 1, 2026, for county contractors.

Procurement· Mar 6, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Mar 6
Finance

Maryland EITC Worth Up to $4,000 Requires Tax Filing to Claim

Marylanders who qualify for the state Earned Income Tax Credit must file a tax return to receive up to $4,000.

Fani-González· Mar 5, 2026· 1 link
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Commonsense immigration policies coming, More Jobs! | Español abajo”
Mar 5
Finance

County Outlines Six Steps to Apply for Montgomery Grants

The Office of Grant Management has published a six-step guide for organizations seeking county grant funding.

Fani-González· Mar 5, 2026· 2 links
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Commonsense immigration policies coming, More Jobs! | Español abajo”
Mar 5
Finance

Maryland MHHD FY27 Health Grants Due March 11

Maryland's Office of Minority Health is accepting applications for two FY27 grant programs through March 11, 2026 at 5 p.m.

LHI· Mar 5, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “LHI Community Connections - March 5th”
Mar 5
Finance

ECON Committee Eyes $50M Institute for Health Computing

ECON Committee reviews FY27-32 Economic Development CIP featuring a $50M Institute for Health Computing near North Bethesda Metro.

MCCouncil· Mar 4, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Committee Meetings on March 5, 2026”
Mar 4
Finance

Wild Geese Foundation Accepting Grassroots Climate Grants Through May 1

The Wild Geese Foundation is offering grants of $2,500–$30,000 to small nonprofits for youth, reproductive justice, or climate justice work.

mc_climate· Mar 4, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Climate — “Climate News: Spring Cleaning, Data Centers”
Mar 4
Finance

Frankenthaler Climate Initiative Grants Due March 27

The Helen Frankenthaler Foundation is accepting grant applications from nonprofit arts institutions for sustainability initiatives through March 27, 2026.

mc_climate· Mar 4, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Climate — “Climate News: Spring Cleaning, Data Centers”
Mar 4
Finance

County Launches $550K Local Food Aggregation Grant for Small Farms

Montgomery County's new $550,000 Local Food Aggregation Grant aims to help small farms supply schools, hospitals, and senior centers.

Luedtke· Mar 4, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Restoring Historic Johnson's Local Park”
Mar 4
Finance

FY26 Nonprofit Federal Resilience Grant Rolling Deadline March 6

Next rolling deadline for the $1.5M FY26 Nonprofit Federal Resilience Grant is March 6, 2026 at 5 PM EST.

OGM· Mar 3, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “FY26 NSP Closing Soon and Support for New Nonprofits! - March 3, 2026 MCG Grant …”
Mar 3
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