99 Massachusetts Grants for Preschools and Early Childhood

99 Preschool Grants for Massachusetts

Discover grants for preschools, kindergarten, Pre-K, childcare centers, daycare programs, and family care providers. Funding supports early childhood education, child development, curriculum enrichment, and school readiness.

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Grants to USA Schools for Opportunities to Experience Parks and Historic Sites

Deadline: 01/30/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA and territories under-resourced PreK-12 schools for opportunities to experience outdoor sites. Funding is intended to support projects with both educational and stewardship facets. The goal of the program is to help students discover and e...

GrantWatch ID#: 200725

In-Kind Educational Programs to USA Schools, School Districts, and LEAs to Promote STEAM Educa...

Deadline: 01/30/26

In-kind educational programs to USA schools, school districts, and LEAs to promote STEAM education. The program focuses on three areas of interest: professional development for staff, invention workshops, and space design. The purpose of the program is to financially s...

GrantWatch ID#: 218102

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Research Projects Related to Children's Welfare and Parenting

Deadline: 01/31/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for research projects on topics related to children's welfare and parenting. Funding is intended for original projects that have the potential to benefit infants and children. Focus areas include parenting practices and education, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 181620

Grants to USA Schools, Volunteers, and Educators for Physical Education and Fitness Activities

Deadline: 02/01/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA schools, volunteers, and educators for activities to improve physical fitness and education for students. Funding is intended for trips to eligible roller skating rinks for physical education classes, educational STEM (K-12) field trips, o...

GrantWatch ID#: 177355

Opportunity for USA and Canada K-12 Students to Participate in a Science Competition

Deadline: 02/03/26

Opportunity for USA and Canada K-12 student teams to participate in a STEM competition. The competition is intended to encourage students to focus on team-based learning, problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills. The competition encourages students ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177808

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Schools, IHEs, and Libraries for Literacy Programs to Benefit Famili...

Deadline: 02/05/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, K-12 public and private schools, colleges and universities, and public libraries in the funding source's service area for literacy programs that benefit families. Funding is intended for adult education instructio...

GrantWatch ID#: 167826

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Schools, and Libraries for PreK-12 Summer Literacy Programs

Deadline: 02/05/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, and libraries in the funding source's service area to implement or expand summer reading programs. Funding is intended for programs that target Pre-K-12th grade new readers and below-grade level readers, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 167827

Opportunity for USA K-12 Teachers and Their Students to Participate in a Program to Address Hu...

Deadline: 02/06/26

Opportunity for USA and territories K-12 teachers and their students to participate in a program to address hunger among children. Participants will consider how to improve their efforts to combat hunger and then conduct a project. The purpose of the program is to supp...

GrantWatch ID#: 225060

Grants to USA PreK-12 School Libraries to Provide Books to Disadvantaged Youth

Deadline: 02/08/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA and territories PreK-12 school libraries to provide books to disadvantaged youth. Funding is intended to ensure that school libraries are still offering children good books to read. Applications must be connected to a specific project at ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178824

Opportunity for USA Schools, Districts, and Teams in Multiple States to Participate in a Profe...

Deadline: 02/09/26

Opportunity for USA schools, districts, and teams in multiple states to participate in a professional learning opportunity. The program goals include cultivating vibrant communities, food systems, and healthy children. The program includes year-long programming to team...

GrantWatch ID#: 226477
Upcoming

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and IHEs to Provide Humanities Workshops for K-12 ...

Deadline: 02/11/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and IHEs to provide week-long culture and history workshops for educators and humanities professionals. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take up to one month to co...

GrantWatch ID#: 153587
Upcoming

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and IHEs to Host Professional Development Opportun...

Deadline: 02/11/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and IHEs to host professional development opportunities for K-12 and higher education teachers. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Th...

GrantWatch ID#: 178151

Grants to Massachusetts Organizations for Summer Meal Programs for Low-Income Children

Deadline: 02/13/26

Grants to Massachusetts new and current summer food programs to establish new sites serving low-income populations. Applicants must complete the required registration before applying. Funding is intended to serve more children, increase the total meals served, extend t...

GrantWatch ID#: 168634

Grants to Massachusetts Municipalities and School Districts to Reduce Carbon Emissions in Scho...

Deadline: 02/13/26

Grants to Massachusetts municipalities and school districts for projects to reduce carbon emissions and improve energy efficiency in qualifying local school districts. Funding is intended for projects that support schools that serve a significant percentage of low-inco...

GrantWatch ID#: 220511

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies in Multiple States for Health, Education, Environment, ...

Deadline: 02/15/26

Grants to USA nonprofits and government agencies in multiple states for a range of programs that benefit local communities where the funding source operates. Funding is intended to support the priority areas of health, conservation and the environment, empowering famil...

GrantWatch ID#: 174648

Opportunity for USA K-12 Educators to Participate in a Professional Development Program

Deadline: 02/20/26

Opportunity for USA and territories K-12 teachers at public, private and charter schools to participate in a professional development and skill-building program. The program includes online courses, workshops, and international fieldwork. The goal of the program is to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 200988

Opportunity for USA School Administrators to Participate in a Professional Development Cohort ...

Deadline: 02/20/26

Opportunity for USA and territories experienced school administrators to participate in a professional development cohort abroad. The program includes school visits, meetings with teachers and administrators from the host country, and workshops about the host country's...

GrantWatch ID#: 212503

Grants to Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont Nonprofits for Projects and Programs to Be...

Deadline: 02/27/26

Grants to Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to benefit local residents in eligible communities. Certain pplicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding may be used for general op...

GrantWatch ID#: 209755

Grants to USA Educators for Books, Art Supplies, Software, and Equipment to Enhance Learning

Deadline: 03/01/26

Grants of up to $500 to USA educators for projects and materials to enhance classroom learning. Funding is intended for a wide range of classroom materials, including but not limited to, books, calculators, math manipulatives, lab materials, software, art supplies, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 174880

Grants to USA School and IHE Faculty, Staff, and Groups of Educators for Professional Developm...

Deadline: 03/02/26 Conference Date: 02/19/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA school and IHE qualifying teachers, instructional support personnel, education support professionals, and groups of educators for professional development activities. Applicants must pre-register prior to applying. Funding is intended to p...

GrantWatch ID#: 189519

Grants to USA Educators for Projects that Enhance the Learning Experience for Students

Deadline: 03/02/26 Conference Date: 02/19/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA qualifying educators, instructional support personnel, and education support professionals at public schools and IHEs to enhance the learning experience for students. Applicants must pre-register prior to applying. Funding is intended to s...

GrantWatch ID#: 189520

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits to Meet the Needs of Local Communities in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 03/11/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations to meet the needs of local communities within the funding source's service area. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of community services, education, economic development, health and human n...

GrantWatch ID#: 174972

Grants to USA Individuals and Nonprofits for Photography Programs

Deadline: 03/15/26

Grants to USA individuals and nonprofit organizations for photography programs. Funding is intended for professional development, organizing and cataloging photographs, exhibitions, artist residencies, and educational programs for K-12 students. The funder focuses on e...

GrantWatch ID#: 221914

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Activities that Advance Education, Preservation, and Wellness

Deadline: 03/27/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support a variety of charitable initiatives in the focus areas of wellness, education, and preservation. For 2026, eligible proposals will be in the subfocus area ...

GrantWatch ID#: 208315

Grants to Massachusetts LEAs to Enhance Civics Education

Deadline: 03/30/26

Grants to Massachusetts local education agencies to promote civics education programs. Applicants must complete the required registration before applying. Funding is intended to help LEAs develop and select curriculum materials, implement professional development, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 187471

Grants to USA Nonprofits and K-12 Schools to Purchase Instruments for Children's Music Programs

Deadline: 03/31/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and K-12 schools to equip music programs with musical instruments. The applicant organization must show evidence of need and a commitment to raising matching funds. The purpose of this program is to give children nationwide the opp...

GrantWatch ID#: 178727

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 03/31/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations to address community needs. Grant funds may be used to support programs, general operations, or capital improvements. Project areas include human services, education, and health care. Preference will be given to applicant...

GrantWatch ID#: 179448

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Health, Agriculture, Housing, Edu...

Deadline: 03/31/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for programs in the areas of historical research, health, food, agriculture, housing and shelter, and education. Requests may be for program or general operating support, or for specif...

GrantWatch ID#: 179453

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Dance Teachers to Recognize Contributions to the Field

Deadline: 03/31/26

Awards to USA, Canada, and International educators to recognize outstanding contributions to the field of dance. Eligible recipients are dance teachers working in schools, private studios, IHEs, conservatories, and other venues. The purpose of this program is to honor ...

GrantWatch ID#: 180170

Grants to USA and Israel Nonprofits for General Support and Capital Projects in Jewish Communi...

Deadline: 03/31/26

Grants to USA and Israel nonprofit organizations for a wide range of projects and programs that benefit Jewish communities. Funding is intended for capital projects, general operating support, or programming. In the United States, grants will primarily support resident...

GrantWatch ID#: 180526
Upcoming

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Educators for Youth Research Projects in the Environm...

Deadline: 03/31/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International environmental educators for youth research projects in the environmental sciences. Funding is intended to support projects involving K-12 students in both formal and informal education settings, such as parks and nature centers....

GrantWatch ID#: 204579

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits to Meet the Needs of Underserved Residents

Deadline: 04/01/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations in eligible areas to meet the basic human needs of underserved residents. Grants are intended for general operating support or program and project expenses. Funding is intended to support programs in the focus areas of ed...

GrantWatch ID#: 153454

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for a Range of Programs that Benefit Local Residen...

Deadline: 04/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states to address the needs of residents in communities where the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended for activities and programs within the focus areas of community development, human services, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 174764

Grants to Maine, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire Nonprofits to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 04/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 and grants of up to $25,000 to Maine, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire nonprofit organizations to support activities that have a community impact in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support the focus areas of economic development, educa...

GrantWatch ID#: 178822

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Educational Institutions to Support Japanese Language Education P...

Deadline: 04/10/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and educational institutions to establish, expand, or maintain Japanese language education programs. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to cover expenditur...

GrantWatch ID#: 144103

Grants to Massachusetts CBOs, IHEs, K-12 School Districts, Vocational Schools, For-Profits, an...

Deadline: 04/10/26 Conference Date: 02/04/26

Grants to Massachusetts CBOs, IHEs, K-12 school districts, vocational schools, for-profit entities, tribes, and career boards to promote careers in the environmental sector. Funding is intended to inform students and young adults from environmental justice and low-inco...

GrantWatch ID#: 220429

Award to a USA School Audiologist or Speech-Language Pathologist to Recognize Outstanding Acco...

Deadline: 04/15/26

Award of $2,000 to a USA audiologist or speech-language pathologist to recognize outstanding accomplishments. Funding will be awarded for outstanding service in PreK-12 schools. Applicants should demonstrate how their activities have had a positive and significant impa...

GrantWatch ID#: 158466

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Research Projects Related to Improvin...

Deadline: 04/15/26

Grants of up to $50,000 and grants of up to $60,000 to USA, Canada, and International researchers who are affiliated with nonprofit organizations, such as IHEs, school districts, and research facilities, for research projects in the field of education. Funding is inten...

GrantWatch ID#: 172494

Grants to USA Educators for Classroom and Extracurricular Programming for PreK-12 Students

Deadline: 04/15/26

Grants to USA educators employed by schools and nonprofit organizations to enhance learning for PreK-12 students. Funding will support the development of extracurricular and in-class programming that improves learning and develops the abilities of children from low-inc...

GrantWatch ID#: 179739

Awards to USA K-12 Educators for Creative Classroom Projects

Deadline: 04/17/26

Awards to USA educators for creative projects that enhance student learning. Funding must be used to further the projects within the school or school system. This program is open to principals, teachers, classified staff, and paraprofessionals in K-12 private and publi...

GrantWatch ID#: 178562

Awards to USA K-12 Teachers for Excellence in History Education

Deadline: 04/30/26

Awards of $1,000 and one award of $10,000 to honor USA and territories K-12 history teachers for excellence in the field. The purpose of the program is to recognize exceptional performance in the teaching of history at the K–12 level. One teacher from each state and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 150599

In-Kind Book Donations to USA, Canada, and International Schools, Title 1 Educators, and After...

Deadline: 04/30/26

In-kind book donations to USA, Canada, and International schools, Title 1 educators, and after-school programs to benefit low-income students. The purpose of the program is to provide teachers with additional resources to instill a love of learning and reading in their...

GrantWatch ID#: 164344

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Community Benefit Programs and Activities

Deadline: 05/10/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for community benefit programs and projects. Funding is intended to support hospitals and schools; museums, performing arts and cultural programs; skills training, educational, and other programming for seniors, yo...

GrantWatch ID#: 174639

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers and Research Teams for Studies Related to...

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers and research teams for studies related to early childhood education. The purpose of funding is to further the understanding of the education of children from birth to age eight, using the principles of Froebelian edu...

GrantWatch ID#: 226773

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Graduate Student for Research Related to Child Psycho...

Deadline: 06/18/26

Grant of $7,500 to a USA, Canada, or International graduate student for research related to child psychology. Funding is intended to support an early-career psychologist who studies the relationship between self-identity and scholastic achievement, primarily for childr...

GrantWatch ID#: 132694

Grants to USA Schools to Participate in a Program to Implement High-Quality STEM Curricula for...

Deadline: 06/19/26

Grants to USA and territories public, private, and charter schools to participate in a program to implement high-quality STEM curricula for grades K-5. Schools will receive funds to cover the participation and registration fees for the program. Funding is intended to e...

GrantWatch ID#: 211595

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers Affiliated with Nonprofits for Research R...

Deadline: 06/23/26 LOI Date: 02/24/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers affiliated with nonprofit organizations, academic institutions, research facilities, and school districts for research projects that contribute to improvements in education. Applicants must submit an intent to apply ...

GrantWatch ID#: 193651

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits to Benefit Economically Disadvantaged Families

Deadline: 07/01/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for programs that promote self-sufficiency for economically disadvantaged families in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of workforce development, active learning, and f...

GrantWatch ID#: 177475

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Assess and Develop Programs to Address Disparities in Education

Deadline: 07/15/26 LOI Date: 03/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for research to assess and develop programs that address inequality in education based on income, race, and ethnicity. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary application prior to submitting a full proposal. The Foundation ...

GrantWatch ID#: 176854

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Public Governmental Institutions for Research Related to Children...

Deadline: 07/15/26 LOI Date: 02/02/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations and public governmental institutions including IHEs for research projects related to the health and nutrition of young children. Applicants must submit a brief summary of the project prior to submitting a full propo...

GrantWatch ID#: 176904