Sandy Point 5K raises funds for Forest Health Projects
A live opportunity to complete your Happy Little Run for the Trees 5K at Sandy Point 5K raising vital funds for forest health initiatives across Maryland State Parks
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News & Current Priorities
2027 Small Grants Program
Friends of Maryland State Forests and Parks is pleased to announce the 2027 Small Grants Program is now open to state park staff
Passport Challenge Encourages Exploration of All 76 Parks
The Maryland State Parks Passport Challenge invites visitors to explore all 76 state parks and forests, earning stamps and prizes along the way
Potomac-Garrett State Forest Receives Happy Little Forest Health Grant
Happy Little Forest Health grant provides for restoration of a red spruce- balsam fir project on Piney Mountain
Dark Sky grant project at Janes Island State Park
Check in with park staff to discover the night skies over the Chesapeake Bay
2027 Small Grants Program
The Friends of Maryland State Forests and Parks Small Grants Program provides funding for projects that enhance the visitor experience at Maryland State Parks and Forests Learn more about our grants.
To donate by mail, please send your check payable to Friends of Maryland State Forests and Parks, P.O. Box 1, Annapolis, MD 21404.
2027 Grant Cycle
Applications for the 2027 grant cycle will be available soon. Projects that improve visitor experience, environmental education, and conservation at Maryland State Parks are encouraged to apply.
Outdoor Afro Partnership
We are proud to partner with Outdoor Afro to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in Maryland's outdoor spaces.
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