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Opioid Restitution Fund Community Grant Opportunity
Instructions for Proposals for Funding for Baltimore City Opioid Restitution Community Grants Round 1 (Fiscal Year 2026)
This document provides detailed instructions for organizations seeking funding through Baltimore City’s Opioid Restitution Fund (ORF) Community Grants – Round 1 (Fiscal Year 2026). It outlines the background of the City’s opioid settlement recovery, the structure of the ORF and its oversight bodies, eligibility criteria, proposal and application requirements, evaluation process, funding tiers, and compliance expectations. The guide also includes key dates, allowable uses of funds, and links to required appendices and resources. It aims to assist eligible nonprofit organizations in preparing complete and compliant proposals and applications for ORF grant consideration. Below is a list of appendices that accompany this document.
Appendix A: Opioid Restitution Fund Community Grant Unallowable Uses
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Appendix B: Opioid Restitution Fund Community Grant Proposal Questions
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Appendix C: Opioid Restitution Fund Community Grant Proposal Scoring Criteria
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Appendix D: Opioid Restitution Fund Community Grant Application Scoring Criteria
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Appendix E: Opioid Restitution Fund Grant Standard Performance Measures
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Appendix F: Opioid Restitution Fund Community Grant FAQ’s
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Appendix G: Mayor’s Office of Recovery Programs Application Portal User Guide
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Training Recorded - Opioid Restitution Fund (ORF) Training: Proposal Orientation
Get ready to learn all about the Opioid Restitution Fund (ORF) Community Grant Opportunity with our recorded online training session!
The video below features the full Opioid Restitution Fund (ORF) Community Grant Proposal Orientation, now available for on-demand viewing. In this session, the Mayor’s Office of Recovery Programs (MORP) and Baltimore City Mayor's Office of Overdose Response (BCMOOR) provide a complete overview of the ORF Community Grant process, including organizational eligibility, project requirements, key deadlines, and instructions for registering in the proposal system.
Because this recording includes content from both training sessions, viewers will also benefit from two separate Question & Answer segments covering a wide range of applicant questions. These Q&As offer additional clarity on program expectations and common applicant concerns.
Whether you’re preparing your first submission or refining a returning proposal, this video will help you navigate the process with confidence. Use it as a resource to guide your application and support your organization’s efforts in Baltimore’s continued response to the opioid crisis.
- Notice of Funding Opportunity for Baltimore City Opioid Restitution Funding - Round 1 (Fiscal Year 2026)
For this funding cycle, a total of $2 million is available for allocation. Proposed project funding amounts can be spread across a project period of up to two years. However, organizations that choose to use their full award within a single year are still eligible to apply for funding in the following year. The final number of awards will depend on the number of approved applications received for each tier and the total available funding. Funding amounts for each tier are outlined in the table below. Awarded amounts may differ from the organization’s proposed budget based on the scope of work and the amount of funding available.
- ORF RFP Press Announcement
On Thursday, October 9, 2025, Mayor Brandon M. Scott announced the launch of Baltimore’s Opioid Restitution Fund Community Grant process, with $2 million available for community organizations leading the fight against overdose.
- ORF RFP Press Announcement Slide Deck
Review the slide deck from the Opioid Restitution Fund (ORF) Community Grant Proposal Notice of Funding Opportunity announcement on October 9, 2025. The deck includes background information, funding tiers, and a community grant timeline.