115 Massachusetts Grants for Quality of Life Improvement

115 Quality of Life Grants for Massachusetts

Discover grants that improve quality of life and promote social connections. Funding supports local programs that address community needs. Additional grants fund activities that enhance well-being and create a positive, lasting impact.

Quality-of-life grants span an unusually broad range of funders, from community foundations to corporate giving programs, so filtering by recipient type and location above helps narrow results to what's actually available in your area. GrantWatch helps organizations manage the entire funding process, from grant prospecting to post-award reporting, with tools such as the Grant Prospecting Dashboard, Grant Funding Pipeline, GrantWatch Intelligence™, and the AI Grant Writing Tool - built for funders whose giving aligns with your community focus.

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Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Community Betterment Projects in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations to benefit communities where the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended for programs within the focus areas of youth development, community and economic empowerment, arts and culture, and health ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177497

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Community Benefit Initiatives

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations for community benefit initiatives. Funding is intended for proposals in the areas of education, humanitarian support, disadvantaged children, environment, arts and culture, and animal welfare. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 164766

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants of up $20,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations to address community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to provide support for organizations working in the focus areas of mental and behavioral health; safety and well-being; and economic...

GrantWatch ID#: 173564

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Projects to Improve the Quality of Life in Eligible Countries

Deadline: 09/12/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to benefit residents in eligible international communities. New applicants are required to submit a letter of inquiry prior to applying. Funding is intended to support activities that improve standards of living, address pover...

GrantWatch ID#: 203911

Grants to USA Organizations in New England for Environmental Programming

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $4,000 to Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont environmental organizations to increase the impact of their services in local communities. Funding is intended for projects and activities that contribute to envi...

GrantWatch ID#: 170466

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Benefit Students from Indian Reservations

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit students from Indian reservations. Applicants must contact staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to support schools whose students are Native American youth from Indian reserv...

GrantWatch ID#: 219425

Grants to USA, Canada, and International PhD Students to Improve the Quality of Life in Low-In...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International PhD students for research studies to improve the quality of life for individuals in low- and middle-income countries. Particular emphasis is placed on research based in Sub-Saharan Africa. Focus areas include climate change...

GrantWatch ID#: 230035

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits to Address Community Needs and Enhance Quality of Life

Deadline: 09/17/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations to respond to needs and opportunities within eligible communities. Funding is intended to enhance the local quality of life. Priority will be given to proposals addressing children's needs, hunger, th...

GrantWatch ID#: 168417

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits to Address the Needs of Local Residents

Deadline: 09/17/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations in eligible communities to address the needs of local residents. Funding is intended to support projects and programming in a range of areas including health, human services, local development, youth ...

GrantWatch ID#: 182198

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 09/17/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit, faith-based, and civic organizations to benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for a wide range of focus areas, including education, human services, arts and culture, health, community development, and the...

GrantWatch ID#: 205190

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Innovative Muscular Dystrophy Therapies

Deadline: 09/18/26 LOI Date: 09/04/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, research institutes, and academic institutions for innovative studies and therapies for a specific type of muscular dystrophy. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete r...

GrantWatch ID#: 214803

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Muscular Dystrophy Translational Research

Deadline: 09/18/26 LOI Date: 09/04/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, research institutes, and academic institutions for translational research for a specific type of muscular dystrophy. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete required re...

GrantWatch ID#: 214804

Grants to USA Individuals with Disabilities to Purchase Technology and Equipment

Deadline: 09/24/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA individuals with disabilities to purchase technology and equipment. Funding is intended to improve the health, comfort, and overall function of people with disabilities through providing adaptive equipment and assistive technology to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223513

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations, local government agencies, and schools to benefit residents in eligible communities. Certain applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to support projects and activities in the focus...

GrantWatch ID#: 162993

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 09/28/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding is intended to promote systemic change and help the local community address urgent needs. Eligible programs take place ...

GrantWatch ID#: 205257

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits to Enhance the Quality of Live for Local Residents

Deadline: 09/28/26 Conference Date: 09/10/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life for local residents in eligible locations. Focus areas include education, youth development, health and wellness, arts and culture, public safety and violence prevention, basic human ne...

GrantWatch ID#: 232491

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Initiatives that Promote Jewish Values through Education, Science...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs that promote and advance Jewish values through science, arts, and education. Applicants must complete an online eligibility quiz before being invited to apply. Proposals will be evaluated based on quality, potenti...

GrantWatch ID#: 180251

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits to Benefit Residents and Support Community Programs

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life in eligible communities. Funding is intended to support programs within the focus areas of affordable housing, shelters, and food insecurity. The request must be program...

GrantWatch ID#: 180782

Grants to New Hampshire, Massachusetts, New York, and California Nonprofits to Enhance the W...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to New Hampshire, Massachusetts, New York, and California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to enhance the welfare of residents. Funding is intended to support programs in the areas of health, education, youth, and community building. Priority w...

GrantWatch ID#: 187065

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Help Communities Thrive and Grow

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to help communities thrive and grow. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the following focus areas: handwashing, infant development, feminine hygiene, oral care, and creating healthy and clean places to live. Please ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216075

Grant a USA or Canada Nonprofit to Create and Promote Change in Their Community

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grant of $1,000 to a USA or Canada nonprofit organization to create and promote change in their community. Funding is intended to help organizations address crucial community issues and improve the quality of life for residents. Eligible activities place a strong ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223164

Grant to a USA or Canada Business to Effect Change in Their Community

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grant of $1,000 to a USA or Canada business to effect change in their community. Funding is intended for entrepreneurs, small businesses, and social enterprises to improve the quality of life in their communities by emphasizing diversity and equity for all members...

GrantWatch ID#: 223213

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

Deadline: 10/01/26

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 servi...

GrantWatch ID#: 174764

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits to Benefit Economically Disadvantaged Families

Deadline: 10/01/26

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, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177475

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

Deadline: 10/01/26

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, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178822

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Students for On-Site Marine Research

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International undergraduate and graduate students and independent explorers for on-site marine research. Funding is intended for activities related to exploration, protection, and conservation that will improve the quality of life for pe...

GrantWatch ID#: 212955

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 10/03/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for activities that enhance the quality of life for residents and fall into the categories of human services, health, environmental pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 158846
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Grants to Massachusetts Arts and Cultural Nonprofits for General Operating Support

Deadline: 10/15/26 Conference Date: 09/16/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit arts and cultural organizations in eligible locations for general operating support. Funding is intended to assist and build the capacity of organizations that offer innovative arts, cultural, and creative program...

GrantWatch ID#: 145146

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, Agencies, Community Organizations, and Individuals to Impr...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations, public agencies, community organizations, students, and teachers to improve the quality of life in eligible communities. Funding may be used for general operating support, projects, capital improveme...

GrantWatch ID#: 158837

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits and Schools to Enhance the Quality of Life for Local Reside...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit groups, schools, institutions, and other organizations for projects and services that enhance the quality of life for local communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for community activities and charitable causes. Eli...

GrantWatch ID#: 173886

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, Agencies, Teachers, and CBOs to Enhance the Quality of Lif...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations, municipalities, teachers, and community-based organizations to enhance the quality of life in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities and programs within the focus areas of environment, education, art...

GrantWatch ID#: 174222

Grants to Massachusetts and Vermont Nonprofits Serving Eligible Communities to Improve the Liv...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Massachusetts and Vermont nonprofit organizations serving eligible communities for programs that enhance the lives of local residents. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the areas of health, education, historic preservation, the environment, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 178198

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, Tribes, and Agencies t...

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit, for-profit, and faith-based organizations, IHEs, school districts, government agencies, and tribes to address barriers to cancer treatments of underrepresented communities. Applicants must complete the required r...

GrantWatch ID#: 217683

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Projects on Insurance, Social Securit...

Deadline: 10/22/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers for projects addressing insurance, social security, and health promotion. Applicants may work independently or in conjunction with research centers, companies, hospitals, or universities. Fields of interest incl...

GrantWatch ID#: 205957
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Grants to Massachusetts Organizations for Activities That Benefit the Community

Deadline: 10/30/26

Grants to Massachusetts organizations for activities that benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that help to protect open spaces, support the creation of community housing, rehabilitate outdoor recreation areas, and preserve...

GrantWatch ID#: 147900

Grants to USA Families and Individuals to Benefit People with Corpus Callosum Disorder ...

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA families and individuals to improve the quality of life of people with a disorder of the corpus callosum. Funding is intended to provide assistive technologies and devices. Eligible expenses include, but are not limited to, feeding ai...

GrantWatch ID#: 221292

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Projects That Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to help charities support underserved communities by furthering their goals and objectives. The primary focus of the Foundation’s grant awards...

GrantWatch ID#: 224219

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico Nonprofits to Increase Clean Syringe Access for Drug Users

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations for programs that increase access to clean syringes. Funding is intended to enhance the health of individuals affected by drug use. These programs will offer education, free-of-cost safer use s...

GrantWatch ID#: 176562

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Investigators for Transplantation Research

Deadline: 11/04/26 LOI Date: 10/21/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigators affiliated with nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and public entities for innovative transplantation research. Applicants are required to submit an LOI and complete required registrations prior to submit...

GrantWatch ID#: 230069

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits in Eligible Areas for Services that Benefit Older Adults

Deadline: 11/15/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for housing and human service programs that help improve the lives of older adults. Funding is intended for a range of programs within the focus areas of housing, health care, and nutritional support. Preference is g...

GrantWatch ID#: 179437

Grants to USA and Canada Entities for Programs to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 11/15/26

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, emergency services, government agencies, and Indigenous groups for programs to benefit residents in communities where the funding source operates. Eligible programs are those that fall into one of the following foc...

GrantWatch ID#: 210562

Grants to USA Organizations for Projects in the Areas of Community, Environment, and Populatio...

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to USA organizations for projects in the areas of community and population growth. New applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry. Environmental projects are also supported in eligible regions of Pennsylvania. Eligible projects will improve the local qualit...

GrantWatch ID#: 163910

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Agencies to Enhance the Quality of Lif...

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and government agencies to enhance the quality of life for local communities. Funding is intended to support programs in the areas of Alzheimer’s and aging, community initiatives, youth development...

GrantWatch ID#: 176899

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits in Eligible Areas for Programs to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for programs that benefit local residents. Funding is intended for projects and activities that fall within the Foundation's focus areas and enhance the quality of life for community members. Eligib...

GrantWatch ID#: 196579

Grants to Maine, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island Nonprofits to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to Maine, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island nonprofit organizations for activities to benefit the community. Applicants are required to contact the funding source and submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Eligible projects must align with one of th...

GrantWatch ID#: 212852

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs that Strengthen the Jewish Community

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for projects and programs that strengthen the Jewish community. Funding is intended to support a broad range of initiatives that focus on young Jewish adults, advocating for Israel and Jews, building Jewish communal life, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220072

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Pediatric Cancer Research

Deadline: 01/08/27 LOI Date: 09/14/26

Grants of up to $50,000 per year to USA, Canada, and International clinical and post-doctoral investigators for research on pediatric cancer. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before applying. The purpose of the grant program is to accelerate the developme...

GrantWatch ID#: 181755

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Education, Health, and Human Services Programs

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations to support and promote quality human services, educational, and health care programs for underserved populations. Proposals will be accepted for program or general operating support. Priority will be given to those p...

GrantWatch ID#: 146725

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Community Benefit Programs and Pr...

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for community benefit programs and projects. Funding is primarily intended for programs with a focus on youth, economic development, and overall quality of life for local residents. Funding is also i...

GrantWatch ID#: 177057
Pending
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Grants to USA and International Nonprofits and Schools for Programs that Benefit Communities i...

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants to USA and International nonprofit organizations and public educational institutions in eligible regions to benefit communities where the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended to support programs and services in the areas of arts and c...

GrantWatch ID#: 178218
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