We are now accepting applications for the FY27 Needs Assessment! To find the RFP documents and read FAQs, please visit our Grants page under the Resources tab at the top of the screen or by clicking this link: Link to Grants Page
We are now accepting applications for the FY27 Needs Assessment! To find the RFP documents and read FAQs, please visit our Grants page under the Resources tab at the top of the screen or by clicking this link: Link to Grants Page
The Queen Anne’s County Local Management Board is proud to offer a range of grant opportunities designed to empower local organizations and community leaders. Our grants provide vital funding for projects that drive social equity, stimulate economic development, and address key community needs. Below, you’ll find detailed overviews of each grant opportunity—including essential dates, direct links to bid postings, and answers to frequently asked questions—to help you navigate the application process with confidence.
Queen Anne’s County Department of Housing and Family Services is seeking qualified firms or organizations to conduct a comprehensive Community Needs Assessment in collaboration with the Division of Housing and Local Management Board. The assessment will evaluate housing, economic opportunity, demographic trends, projected growth, and overall community well-being to support coordinated planning and guide future investments. The selected consultant will provide practical, data-driven recommendations to promote long-term affordability, quality of life, and strategic decision-making throughout Queen Anne’s County. Proposals will be evaluated based on project understanding, methodology, organizational capacity, relevant experience, and cost.
May comparable project experience and references from proposed subcontractors, partnering firms, or key personnel be used to satisfy the three-reference requirement, or must all three references be for projects completed by the prime proposer?
The three required references must be for comparable projects completed by the prime proposer, as the prime proposer will be responsible for the overall management and successful completion of the project. Relevant experience of proposed subcontractors, partnering firms, and key personnel may be included in the proposal and will be considered as part of the evaluation of the proposed project team.
What existing County, Local Management Board, housing, human services, economic development, transportation, education, health, or community planning datasets and prior assessments will be made available to the selected consultant and project initiation?
The Department of Housing and Family Services staff will work collaboratively with the selected consultant to provide relevant existing data, reports, assessments, planning materials, and other available information throughout the assessment. This may include information related to housing, human services, economic development, transportation, education, health, community planning, and other areas relevant to the Scope of Services.
Does the County have a preferred minimum number of community engagement activities, such as focus groups, stakeholder interviews, public meetings, surveys, or listening sessions, or should proposers recommend the engagement mix they believe is most appropriate within the available budget?
The Department of Housing and Family Services has not established a required minimum number or specific mix of community engagement activities. Proposers should recommend an engagement approach they believe is appropriate to accomplish the Project Vision, Objectives, and Scope of Services within the available budget and timeline. The proposed approach should provide meaningful opportunities for participation and support representation across communities and populations within Queen Anne’s County.
To what extent will County staff and the Local Management Board assist with identifying stakeholders, facilitating introductions, distributing surveys or invitations, and supporting participation in community engagement activities?
The Department of Housing and Family Services staff are expected to work collaboratively with the selected consultant throughout the assessment. Based on the engagement needs identified by the consultant, staff will assist with identifying and connecting the consultant to specific stakeholders, programs, departments, organizations, and community networks; provide access to available information; and support outreach and distribution of engagement materials. Staff will also provide context and guidance regarding existing programs, partnerships, community conditions, and prior planning efforts, as appropriate. The selected consultant will remain responsible for developing and managing the proposed community engagement approach and overall project methodology.
Is the selected consulted expected to use the full Clear Impact Results-Based Accountability methodology, including population results, indicators, contributing factors, partners, and strategies, or is the primary expectation to ensure the Governor’s Office for Children Results and Indicators are incorporated throughout the analysis and recommendations?
The Clear Impact Results-Based Accountability (RBA) framework is required and should be incorporated throughout the assessment, including community engagement, data analysis, identification of contributing factors, and development of recommendations. RBA should be integrated into the needs assessment rather than conducted as a separate exercise. The GOC Results and Indicators in Appendix A are also required components of the assessment. Where reliable or appropriately localized data are unavailable for a GOC Indicator, the consultant should identify the data gap or limitation. The consultant is not expected to independently generate data solely to populate an indicator.
Does the County anticipate that the assessment will require parcel-level, zoning-level, or GIS-based analysis, or is the expectation primarily a countywide and sub-county analysis using existing demographic, housing, land-use, and planning data?
The RFP does not require parcel-level, zoning-level, or GIS-based analysis. Housing and land use are components of the broader integrated assessment and are not intended to constitute a standalone housing analysis. The assessment is expected to use available demographic, housing, land-use, planning, and other relevant data to examine conditions at the countywide and appropriate sub-county levels. Appendix B identifies housing and planning considerations that may inform the assessment. The consultant should use professional judgment to determine the appropriate data sources and level of analysis necessary to accomplish the Project Vision, Objectives, and Scope of Services within the available budget and timeline.
Does the County anticipate that a multidisciplinary team may satisfy the requirement that the proposed team collectively demonstrate expertise in community planning, land-use planning, housing and demographic analysis, and child/family systems?
Yes. The required areas of expertise may be demonstrated collectively across the proposed project team. Individual team members are not required to demonstrate expertise in every area.
For the requirement for three comparable projects completed within the past eight years, may relevant experience of proposed subcontractors or partnering firms be included as part of the team’s qualifications and references?
Relevant experience of proposed subcontractors, partnering firms, and key personnel may be included in the proposal and will be considered as part of the evaluation of the proposed project team. However, the three required references must be for comparable projects completed by the prime proposer, as the prime proposer will be responsible for the overall management and successful completion of the project.
Is there any minimum organizational or prior government-contracting experience required of the prime contractor that is not otherwise specified in the RFP?
The RFP does not establish a minimum number of years of organizational experience or require prior government-contracting experience. Proposers should demonstrate the relevant experience and qualifications specified in the RFP, including experience working with local governments, nonprofit organizations, or other public-sector partners.
To submit questions, provide a Letter of Intent, or submit a final application, please email the general inbox: QALMB@qac.org
The Partnering For Youth (PFY) Program is a comprehensive after-school initiative designed to provide structured, high-quality extracurricular activities, academic support, and a safe, engaging environment for children and adolescents throughout Queen Anne’s County. For the 2026-2027 school year, the Queen Anne’s County Local Management Board is seeking a qualified vendor to manage and oversee the PFY program across multiple school sites. The selected vendor will be responsible for coordinating diverse after-school clubs and out-of-school activities—spanning STEM, athletics, arts, and leadership development—while ensuring program excellence through strategic planning, effective staffing, and robust communication with parents and school administrators. Proposals must demonstrate a data-driven approach, sustainability, and the capacity to attract additional resources or volunteer support, ultimately enhancing the academic and social outcomes for our community’s youth.
Applications Now Closed
What would be an acceptable substitution for the financial audit if one is not available?
In place of a financial audit, an applicant can submit a Profit and Loss statement, a recent/current balance sheet and any applicable and available IRS forms that show financial stability. Additionally, the LMB would be happy to accept any Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) or data metrics utilized by your business.
Would programming focused on resilience-building, prevention education, behavioral health communication, youth leadership development, and social connectedness align with the goals of this funding opportunity?
Yes, provided these activities are delivered within the context of a structured after-school program that supports the goals of the PFY program. Applicants should clearly describe how proposed activities contribute to academic enrichment, social-emotional development, leadership development, and overall student well-being.
Are collaborative proposals encouraged, and may organizations utilize subcontractors, consultants, or community partners to provide portions of programming?
Collaborative proposals are permitted. Applicants may partner with subcontractors, consultants, or community partners to provide specialized activities, services, or learning opportunities. Applicants should describe any anticipated partnerships and how those partnerships will support program implementation.
Regarding the larger Partnering for Youth opportunity, are organizations permitted to serve as subcontractors or program partners under a lead applicant rather than serving as the primary grant recipient?
Yes, organizations may participate as subcontractors or program partners under a lead applicant. However, the lead applicant must demonstrate the capacity to administer and oversee the PFY program and will be responsible for all contract, reporting, fiscal, and program requirements if selected for funding.
For questions or clarification, please contact: Brian Barnshaw, Resource Development Specialist, BBarnshaw@qac.org
The Character Counts! Advisory Council is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the 2026 “Teen of Character” Scholarships. Two $500 scholarships will be awarded, one at each of our public high schools to students planning on attending a college or trade school after graduation.
These $500 scholarships, made possible through the Centreville and Kent Island Rotary Clubs, are aimed at rewarding students who exemplify the six Pillars of Character: Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring and Citizenship.
Applications Now Closed
For questions or clarification, please contact: Melinda Ray (mray@qac.org).
The Queen Anne’s County Local Management Board (LMB) is accepting applications for the Jacki Carter Young People Who Care Grant. If you have time, energy, and a unique idea that you believe would have a positive impact on your community in Queen Anne’s County, then apply for this opportunity!
Applications Now Closed
For questions or clarification, please contact: Melinda Ray (mray@qac.org), Leann Rhodes (Leann@TidesofGraceInc.org), or Colleen Williams (c.williams@lacademy.org).
The Queen Anne’s County Local Management Board (LMB) is seeking proposals for the Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund (CRRF) AD-HOC Grant initiative. This funding opportunity aims to support community-based programs that benefit low-income communities and those disproportionately impacted by past cannabis prohibition, in alignment with the Maryland Cannabis Reform Act of 2023. This project is funded through the Queen Anne’s County Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund (CRRF).
Applications Now Closed
Are we seeking a specific type of licensed specialist to respond to the RFP?
What would be an acceptable substitution for the financial audit if one is not available?
For questions or clarification, please contact: Brian Barnshaw, Resource Development Specialist, BBarnshaw@qac.org
The Queen Anne’s County Local Management Board (LMB) is seeking proposals for the Asset Mapping and Collective Impact initiative. This program aims to strengthen service coordination and resource utilization in Queen Anne’s County by identifying key assets, addressing service gaps, and fostering collaborative solutions for vulnerable families. This project is funded by the Maryland Governor’s Office for Children (GOC) under the ENOUGH Act Capacity-Building Grant.
Applications Now Closed
Are we seeking a specific type of licensed specialist to respond to the RFP?
What would be an acceptable substitution for the financial audit if one is not available?
For questions or clarification, please contact: Brian Barnshaw, Resource Development Specialist, BBarnshaw@qac.org
The Queen Anne’s County Local Management Board (LMB) is seeking proposals to support organizations that provide after-school and out-of-school time activities for children and adolescents in Queen Anne’s County. Proposals should address unmet needs in the community and demonstrate positive outcomes for children through data-driven approaches. Successful applicants will have the capacity to improve the quality of life for the general public or specific sub-populations, show sustainability, and attract additional resources or volunteer support.
Are we seeking a specific type of licensed specialist to respond to the RFP?
What would be an acceptable substitution for the financial audit if one is not available?
For questions or clarification, please contact: Brian Barnshaw, Resource Development Specialist, BBarnshaw@qac.org
The Partnering For Youth (PFY) Program is a comprehensive after-school initiative designed to provide structured, high-quality extracurricular activities, academic support, and a safe, engaging environment for children and adolescents throughout Queen Anne’s County. For the 2025-2026 school year, the Queen Anne’s County Local Management Board is seeking a qualified vendor to manage and oversee the PFY program across multiple school sites. The selected vendor will be responsible for coordinating diverse after-school clubs and out-of-school activities—spanning STEM, athletics, arts, and leadership development—while ensuring program excellence through strategic planning, effective staffing, and robust communication with parents and school administrators. Proposals must demonstrate a data-driven approach, sustainability, and the capacity to attract additional resources or volunteer support, ultimately enhancing the academic and social outcomes for our community’s youth.
For questions or clarification, please contact: Brian Barnshaw, Resource Development Specialist, BBarnshaw@qac.org
