06/24/2026
All Paths is honored to be a recipient of the FY2027 VLT Grant provided by the Cecil County Government! We are extremely proud to be able to serve the recovery community of Cecil and Harford counties, and continue this work in new ways through the help of this grant. Thank you to all of the volunteers, clients, Board members, and staff who have helped make this possible. 🙏💪💜
County Executive Streight Announces Recipients of $800,000 in FY 2027 VLT Grant Funding
Elkton, MD – Cecil County Executive Adam Streight is pleased to announce the recipients of the competitive fiscal year 2027 Video Lottery Terminal (VLT) Local Community grants. The purpose of the VLT Local Community Grant Program is to provide funding to local nonprofit and not-for-profit agencies located or working in Cecil County to address the needs of the community in the priority areas noted in Cecil County’s Strategic Plan: Economic Development, Education, Infrastructure, and Safe, Healthy, and Active Communities. This competitive grant program is funded via a portion of VLT revenues from the Hollywood Casino in Perryville.
The VLT Grant Review Committee received a record 130 applications from local Cecil County organizations totaling more than $2M in requested funds. One hundred eight (108) grants were awarded totaling $800,000. Please note that organizations receiving multiple awards submitted applications addressing discrete Purpose Areas, as allowed in the application instructions.
“From supporting public safety initiatives and services for seniors and veterans to expanding opportunities for youth and individuals in recovery, these organizations play a vital role in strengthening our community,” said Cecil County Executive Adam Streight. “They are often able to meet needs and provide services in ways that complement the work of local government. Through programs like Video Lottery Terminal funding, we are proud to support their efforts and invest in the people and organizations that make Cecil County a better place to live, work, and raise a family.”
The Review Committee carefully considers and rates each application based on criteria to include the following: completeness of submission, goals and objectives, overall budget, population to be served, and measurable outcomes. In an effort to assist local organizations to submit successful proposals, the Department of Community Services (DCS) hosted an informational meeting on March 25, 2026, for applicants interested in learning more about the VLT grant process.
“Every year the selection process becomes increasingly difficult due to the quantity and quality of proposals submitted,” said DCS Director David Trolio. “This year’s process was no different and I applaud both the applicants for their inspired proposals as well as the Administration’s review team for their commitment to the evaluation process.”
Organization Award
All Paths, Inc. $8,000
American Legion Post 135 $5,000
Assoc. for the Prevention of Sickle Cell Anemia $10,000
Armored AF Foundation $5,000
Bayside Community Network $4,500
Bayside Community Network $6,229
Boys & Girls Club of Harford and Cecil County $13,000
BSA Scout Troop 336 $4,000
BSA Troop 131 $4,000
Cecil College $3,000
Cecil College $8,000
Cecil College $10,000
Cecil County 4-H Camp $4,000
Cecil County Agricultural Education Planning Association $3,950
Cecil County Arts Council $3,250
Cecil County Board of Realtors Foundation $5,000
Cecil County Community Mediation Center $12,000
Cecil County Community Mediation Center $12,000
Cecil County Farm Museum and Regional Agricultural Center $5,000
Cecil County Firefighters Association, Inc. $12,500
Cecil County Health Department $12,500
Cecil County Men’s Shelter $10,000
Cecil County Neighborhood Youth Panel $10,000
Cecil County Public Schools Student Services $5,000
Cecil County Toys for Tots $15,000
Cecil County YMCA $8,000
Cecil Dance Theatre $2,500
Cecil Forward Foundation $5,000
Cecil Pregnancy and Family Resource Center $10,000
Cecil Pregnancy and Family Resource Center $10,000
Chesapeake Charities on behalf of New Heights Recovery House $8,000
Chesapeake City Ecumenical Association $12,000
Chesapeake City Memorial VFW Post 7687 $5,000
Chesapeake Feline Association $4,000
Chesapeake Health Education Program (CHEP) $5,000
Chesapeake Health Education Program (CHEP) $5,000
Chesapeake Health Education Program (CHEP) $5,000
Chesapeake Heritage Conservancy $5,000
ChristianaCare Health Services – Union Hospital $9,000
Christmas in April Cecil County, Inc. $12,000
Community Coalition for Affordable Housing $8,000
Community Fire Company of Perryville $6,000
Community Fire Company of Rising Sun $6,000
Community Foundation for Cecil County $10,000
Community Services Foundation of Cecil County $10,000
Cub Scout Pack 22 $4,000
Cub Scout Pack 3131 $4,000
Deep Roots $16,276
Elizabeth K. Andrews Charity Fund, Ltd. $6,745
Elk and North East Rivers Watershed Association $4,300
Elk Creeks Preservation Society $5,000
Elkton Alliance, Inc. $6,000
Elkton Colored School Museum and Cultural Center, Inc. $21,000
Elkton Police Department $5,000
Elkton Presbyterian Church $12,500
Elkton VFW Lodge 8175 $5,000
Fair Hill International $5,000
Fair Hill Nature Center $12,000
Fair Hill Nature Center $12,000
Faith in Action $10,000
Freedom Hills Therapeutic Riding $5,000
Freedom Hills Therapeutic Riding $5,000
Friends of the North East Creek $3,000
Good Shepherd Conference Society of St. Vincent DePaul $10,000
Habitat for Humanity Susquehanna $13,000
Heritage Health for Women, Inc. $6,000
Heritage Health for Women, Inc. $6,000
High 5 Initiative $9,000
Historical Society of Cecil County $3,050
Historical Society of Cecil County $7,000
Immaculate Conception/St. Jude Parish Outreach $12,500
Judgmentertainment Ltd. $5,000
Key Point Health Services, Inc. $6,500
LIVEFORTHOMAS $10,000
LIVEFORTHOMAS $11,000
Lower Susquehanna Heritage Greenway $8,000
Meeting Ground $10,000
Mount Pleasant Church $5,000
NEHS Blue Crew Boosters, Inc. $4,000
Nicanor, Inc. $8,000
North East Little League $8,000
North East River Youth Sailing Foundation $4,000
Perryville High School Band Boosters, Inc. $4,000
PAWS for People $4,260
Pop’s Culture, Inc. $10,000
Ray of Hope $10,000
Ray of Hope $5,940
Rising Sun Community Little League, Inc. $4,000
Scouting America Troop 22 $4,000
Scouting America Troop 92 $4,000
Second-Hand Serpents Reptile Rescue $3,000
Special Olympics Maryland $5,000
Susquehanna Workforce Network $11,000
The ARC Northern Chesapeake Region, Inc. $7,500
The Ed Lally Foundation $5,000
The Parents’ Place of Maryland $7,500
Town of Chesapeake City $6,000
Town of North East Police Department $9,000
Upper Bay Counseling and Support Services $13,000
Voices of Hope, Inc. $10,000
Volunteer Fire Company of Chesapeake City $6,000
Water Witch Fire Company, Inc. $6,000
William M. Singerly Fire Company $3,000
William M. Singerly Fire Company $6,000
Women’s Civic League of North East $7,000
Youth Empowerment Source $8,000
Youth Empowerment Source $8,000
Youth Empowerment Source $8,000
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