WORCESTER COUNTY, Md. — The Worcester County Health Department is inviting applications for funding to support community tobacco control projects. This opportunity follows the county receiving cigarette restitution funds from the State of Maryland. Eligible organizations can apply for grants of up to $2,000 to support local efforts aimed at reducing tobacco use. Funded activities may include educating retailers and consumers about smoking prevention, providing tobacco cessation referrals, and hosting other health-focused events. Non-profits, churches, private businesses, community groups, and workplaces serving Worcester County are eligible to apply. The application deadline is 4:30 p.m. on August 4. To assist applicants, a pre-proposal orientation will be held at 2 p.m. on July 10 via Google Meet. Interested parties must RSVP to Crystal Bell at crystal.bell1@maryland.gov. Application materials are available online in a digital packet. Grant awards will be announced after August 25. Questions regarding the program can be directed to Worcester County Health Department Prevention Services at 410-632-1100, extension 1108.
