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The La Patrona food truck in Temple Hills is shown in April 2026. Soon a La Patrona restaurant will open nearby, thanks to Maryland Business Boost. (Capital News Service)
May 13, 2026

A state program that boosted small businesses is getting booted

Maryland's Business Boost program, which provided grants to small businesses was cut from the 2027 state budget.

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Jan 22, 2026

DHCD launches NourishMD grants to combat food insecurity

The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development launched the NourishMD Grant Program to address statewide food insecurity.

Jake Day, secretary of Housing & Community Development, announces that Salisbury University's proposed downtown performing arts center was awarded $2 million in grant funding from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development in Salisbury. An additional $1 million has now been awarded to the project by the state of Maryland. (USA TODAY NETWORK)
Dec 23, 2025

Salisbury University downtown arts center plan gets $1M from MD

The Maryland Board of Public Works approved $1 million for the Salisbury University Performing Arts Center project.

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Dec 22, 2025

Harford County receives $450K to support Edgewood revitalization

Harford County has been awarded $450,000 to support housing stability and community revitalization efforts in Edgewood.

Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown speaks on May 15, 2024. (The Daily Record/Jack Hogan)
Dec 22, 2025

Judge orders HUD to halt changes to secure housing grant program

A federal judge ruled that HUD must maintain a program to provide secure housing, temporarily preventing thousands of vulnerable Marylanders.

Gov. Wes Moore announced $69.5 million in FY 2026 awards to support state revitalization programs and an additional $10 million in small business investments. (Office of Gov. Wes Moore)
Dec 18, 2025

Moore announces $69M toward statewide revitalization projects

Gov. Wes Moore announced $69.5 million in Fiscal Year 2026 awards to support state revitalization programs. 

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Dec 4, 2025

DHCD launches ‘Own Your Future’ program, provides $725K loan

Maryland officials said The Cube CoWork received a $725,000 loan through the Division of Business Development’s Own Your Future program.

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Nov 26, 2025

Moore: Funds available for eviction, homelessness prevention

Applications are open for an initiative that provides emergency financial support to families and students enrolled in community schools.

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Oct 20, 2025

MD awarding $1M in technical assistance grants

Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development officials announced funding for neighborhood revitalization projects.

Department of Housing and Community Development Secretary Jake Day speaks during an event highlighting the state's efforts in advancing affordable housing initiatives. (DHCD)
Oct 16, 2025

MD announces $36.8M toward affordable housing initiative

The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development announced $36.8 million to address affordable housing needs.

Gov. Wes Moore (center) joined state leaders and officials from Verizon in Smith Island to announce the completion of a project that brings high-speed internet access to area residents. (Governor's Office)
Sep 26, 2025

Broadband project brings high-speed internet to Smith Island

The completion of a near-$2 million infrastructure project will bring high-speed internet access to communities throughout Smith Island. 

Gov. Wes Moore announced the launch of the Maryland Community Investment Venture Fund to assist small business owners on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. (Governor's Office)
Sep 26, 2025

MD housing order aims to boost affordable housing, cut barriers

Gov. Wes Moore’s Housing Starts Here order aims to close Maryland’s housing gap with faster development and transit-oriented growth.