The FY 2025 Opioid Restitution Fund Community Micro Grant Program is designed to support organizations working to address opioid-related issues in Talbot County, Maryland. The program provides one-time grants ranging from $1,000 to $20,000, with all funds required to be used by June 30, 2026. This initiative aims to fund projects that contribute to opioid prevention, treatment, crisis response, and related efforts to mitigate the impact of the opioid crisis in the community.

The purpose of the grant is to support nonprofit organizations that are actively engaged in opioid prevention and response efforts. Eligible projects may include school education campaigns aimed at preventing opioid use, evidence-based overdose prevention and substance use treatment programs, as well as crisis response systems such as safe stations and stabilization centers. The grant seeks to provide meaningful assistance to organizations that can effectively demonstrate how their projects will benefit the community and address key opioid-related challenges.

Funding under this program can be applied toward various opioid prevention and treatment initiatives. Applicants must submit a formal letter of interest that identifies the requested funding amount, justifies the need for funding, describes the beneficiaries, outlines the project’s scope, and summarizes how the funds will be used to meet the specified objectives. Additionally, applicants must explain how the success of the funded project will be measured.

Nonprofit organizations with an active 501(c)(3) status and in good financial standing are eligible to apply. The application process requires submission of a letter of interest, ensuring that applicants clearly define the purpose and expected outcomes of their proposed projects. The evaluation criteria will focus on the justification for funding, the impact on the community, and the ability to demonstrate measurable success.

Applications for the FY 2025 grant cycle must be submitted by Friday, February 21, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. Late submissions will not be accepted. A fillable PDF application form is available for applicants to complete. The grant administrator, Lori Stepp of the Talbot County Sheriff’s Office, is the primary contact for inquiries and submissions.