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Rural Maryland Council

  • Grant Awards Announced

    The Council provides two grant opportunities to help Rural Maryland be prosperous with thriving resources, vibrant economies, and healthy, connected communities. For more information, please contact the RMC at (410) 841-5772 or [email protected], or visit our Grant Opportunities page.

  • RMC Fall Executive Board Meeting

    Frederick Innovative Technology Center, Inc. (FITCI) 321 Ballenger Center Dr, Frederick, MD, United States

    The RMC will hold our Fall Executive Board Meeting on Friday, September 19, 2025, from 12:00-2:00 pm, at Frederick Innovative Technology Center, Inc. (FITCI).  There is no free to attend, and lunch will be provided. Please click here to register. We hope to see you there!

  • J. Millard Tawes Crab & Clambake

    Somers Cove Marina Crisfield, United States

    The Rural Maryland Council proudly sponsors the J. Millard Tawes Crab and Clam Bake, hosting a private tent and food for registered guests. Held annually in Crisfield, the “Crab Capital of the World,” Tawes is a signature Maryland tradition featuring all-you-can-eat crabs, clams, and other Eastern Shore favorites. The event draws thousands - including elected  Read the Rest...

  • L-GEM Program Workshop – Western Maryland

    Tri-County Council for Western Maryland 11 S. Lee Street, Cumberland, MD, United States

    The Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) and the Rural Maryland Council (RMC) invites you to regional workshops designed to help rural communities successfully apply for Local Government Energy Management (L-GEM) grants. These grants support energy efficiency, renewable energy, and infrastructure improvements across Maryland’s rural areas. Whether you're a local, municipal, vendor, or collaborative partner, these workshops  Read the Rest...