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163 Massachusetts Community Economic Development Grants

163 Community and Economic Development Grants for Massachusetts

Grants to encourage community economic development, support construction, non-construction, technical assistance, new ideas and creative approaches to advance economic prosperity in distressed communities.

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Grants to USA Agricultural Businesses to Develop and Market Value-Added Agricultural Products

Deadline 04/17/25

Grants to USA and territories agricultural producers, groups, and cooperatives for activities to expand the agricultural market. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to assist agricultural producers ...

GrantWatch ID#: 172471

Fellowships to USA and Canada Native Innovators for Initiatives to Benefit Native Communities

Deadline 04/17/25

Fellowships to USA and Canada Native innovators for initiatives to benefit Native communities. Funding is intended to provide resources and support to advance community-based projects that positively impact Native communities throughout the country. Focus areas include...

GrantWatch ID#: 195553

Prizes to USA, Canada, and International Individuals, Organizations, Businesses, and Teams for...

Deadline 04/17/25

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals, organizations, businesses, and teams to participate in a competition to develop technology-based solutions to foster peace and economic prosperity. In addition to cash prizes, winners will receive personalized...

GrantWatch ID#: 213407

Prizes to USA, Canada, and International Individuals, Organizations, Businesses, and Teams for...

Deadline 04/17/25

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals, organizations, businesses, and teams to participate in a competition to develop technology-based solutions that address climate change. In addition to cash prizes, winners will receive personalized support, op...

GrantWatch ID#: 213410

Grants to USA Nonprofit Grassroots Groups to Organize Social Justice Programs

Deadline 04/21/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit grassroots organizations to organize social justice programs. Funding may be used for specific projects as well as for general operating expenses. The funder seeks projects and groups devoted to working for systemic change, usin...

GrantWatch ID#: 219173

Grants and In-Kind Support to Massachusetts Teams of Individuals in Eligible Areas for Communi...

Deadline 04/24/25

Grants and in-kind support to Massachusetts teams of individuals in eligible areas for community improvement projects. The purposes of the program are to enhance resilience to climate change, address housing or transportation inequities, and improve the quality of life...

GrantWatch ID#: 189225

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Individuals and Organizations in Recognition of Outst...

Deadline 04/24/25

Awards to USA, Canada, and International individuals and organizations in recognition of outstanding contributions to the food sector. This award honors recipients whose efforts have resulted in innovative solutions to food insecurity in disadvantaged communities. The ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220010

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life for Residents in Eligible Co...

Deadline 04/25/25

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for projects and programs that improve the quality of life for residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for capital expenditures, operating costs, and project-related expenses. Preference is given to organiz...

GrantWatch ID#: 180085

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Efforts to Reduce Hunger in Eligible Locations

Deadline 04/25/25

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for efforts to reduce hunger in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support nonprofits that provide direct hunger relief and address food insecurity. The Foundation assists organizations engaged in anti-hunger advo...

GrantWatch ID#: 181206

Grants to USA Tribes and Tribal Organizations to Improve Health Programs in Tribal Communities

Deadline 04/28/25

Grants to USA Tribes and Tribal organizations to improve health programs in Tribal communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for activities to improve the management capacity of Tribes and Tr...

GrantWatch ID#: 212450

Grants to Massachusetts Faith-Based, Educational, Cultural, and Community Service Nonprofits f...

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to Massachusetts faith-based, educational, cultural, and community service nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit communities in eligible regions. The goal is to improve economic well-being and the quality of life for local residents. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 195658

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Agencies to Address Sustainable ...

Deadline 04/30/25

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and government organizations to participate in a virtual accelerator program to address sustainable consumption and production. The purpose of the program is to provide participants with access to the funding sou...

GrantWatch ID#: 213347

Grants to USA Small Businesses to Enhance Community Impact and Promote Growth and Development

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants of $5,000 to USA small businesses to enhance their impact in communities and promote growth and development. Eligible applicants have impacted communities in a variety of ways, including but not limited to creating jobs, introducing innovative products, and impr...

GrantWatch ID#: 214125

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Artists for Inclusive Projects in Eligibl...

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants of up to $1,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit and for-profit organizations and individual artists for arts projects that benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support inclusive arts activities that represent a variety of cultures and d...

GrantWatch ID#: 214758

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, Agencies, Businesses, and Schools to Fund Events and Progr...

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants of $2,500 or $5,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations, agencies, businesses, and schools to fund events and programs in the humanities, arts, and sciences. Historically underfunded groups are encouraged to submit applications, including but not limited to...

GrantWatch ID#: 219219

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline 05/01/25

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations to benefit communities in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before applying. Priority funding is intended to address the needs of low-income youth, children, and their families. Grants will sup...

GrantWatch ID#: 125830

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Educational Organizations, and Tribal Governments for Projects to Be...

Deadline 05/01/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, educational organizations, tribal governments, and community development financial institutions for projects that benefit the Native American farming and ranching industries. Focus areas include agricultural education, advocacy se...

GrantWatch ID#: 197782

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Advance Diversity in the Fields of Entrepreneurship and Investments

Deadline 05/02/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to advance diversity in the fields of entrepreneurship and investments. The goal of the grant program is to facilitate progress in diversifying entrepreneurship and empowering a more diverse group of investors through knowledge and...

GrantWatch ID#: 201347

Grants to Massachusetts Arts and Cultural Nonprofits, Agencies, and Educational Institutions i...

Deadline 05/02/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit arts and cultural organizations, social service agencies, and educational institutions in eligible locations to benefit the local community. Funding is intended for programs and projects that increase access to the art...

GrantWatch ID#: 212535

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, CBOs, School Districts, and Vocational ...

Deadline 05/02/25

Grants to Massachusetts community-based organizations, academic institutions, school districts, trade associations, tribal entities, and nonprofit and for-profit organizations to expand the clean energy workforce. Funding is intended to create opportunities for underse...

GrantWatch ID#: 218640

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Strengthen Organizational Capacity

Deadline 05/05/25 Conference Date: 04/23/25

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations to strengthen capacity. Funding is intended to support projects that help nonprofits reach the next level of financial, operational, programmatic, or organizational growth. Grants can support all areas of the community: h...

GrantWatch ID#: 213491

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Groups, and Coalitions for Social Justice Projects

Deadline 05/06/25

Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $20,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, groups, and coalitions for social justice activities and projects. Funding is intended for programs within the focus areas of direct action, community organization and m...

GrantWatch ID#: 190724

Prizes to USA Nonprofits and Municipalities for Community Development Projects

Deadline 05/09/25

Prizes to USA nonprofit organizations for community development projects. Past projects supported by the prize money include park improvements, community gardens, sports fields, and agricultural education programs. Eligible projects must be located within a 50-mile rad...

GrantWatch ID#: 195030

Opportunity for USA Qualifying Early-Stage Companies to Join a Business Development Program

Deadline 05/12/25

Opportunity for USA early-stage companies of eligible types to participate in a business development program. The opportunity is intended to provide participants with coaching and mentorship, deals and perks from a variety of companies, opportunities to pitch to invest...

GrantWatch ID#: 211717

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Promote and Advance American Indian Culture and Self-Sufficiency

Deadline 05/15/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to promote, preserve, and advance American Indian culture and self-sufficiency. Funding is intended to support activities that focus on the development of American Indian entrepreneurism, the facilitation of American Indian educati...

GrantWatch ID#: 174514

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Basic Human Needs, Community Development, and ...

Deadline 05/15/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states to meet basic human needs, promote community vitality, and encourage volunteerism in communities in which the funding source does business. Funding is intended to enhance communities and to help people achieve fi...

GrantWatch ID#: 179283
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Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States to Enhance the Lives of Residents in Eligible Co...

Deadline 05/15/25

Grants to Vermont, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Maine, New York, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life in eligible communities. Focus areas include youth, education, community enhancement, and basic needs, including hunge...

GrantWatch ID#: 180391

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Startups to Participate in a Business Developme...

Deadline 05/15/25

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in a business development program. Applications are welcome from businesses in all industries, verticals, and models. Participants will receive investment funding, mentoring, deals and perks, and ne...

GrantWatch ID#: 197047

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Food and Agricultural Businesses to Participate...

Deadline 05/15/25 Conference Date: 04/25/25

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International businesses to participate in a food and agricultural business competition to benefit eligible regions. Successful applicants will receive monetary support, business development support, training, and mentorship. As a condi...

GrantWatch ID#: 204255

Grants to Rhode Island and Massachusetts Nonprofits to Promote the Arts in Eligible Locations

Deadline 05/15/25

Grants to Rhode Island and Massachusetts nonprofit organizations to promote the arts in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist nonprofits that use all forms of art or artistic elements to support programs that serve a diverse population and that enable the g...

GrantWatch ID#: 213341

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, IHEs, Agencies, Corporations, and Individ...

Deadline 05/15/25

Awards to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, corporations, and individuals in recognition of outstanding contributions to the field of artificial intelligence. Submissions will be judged based on impact, innovation, susta...

GrantWatch ID#: 220146

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Projects that Benefit Residents in Eligible Communities

Deadline 05/23/25

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for programs and capital projects that benefit residents in eligible communities. Projects and programs must align with the following funding priorities: education, healthcare, arts and culture, youth and amateur athletic...

GrantWatch ID#: 199957

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits in Eligible Counties to Enhance Organizational Capacity

Deadline 05/23/25

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations in eligible counties for organizational capacity-building activities. Eligible organizations are those that provide direct services to residents in underserved regions. Priority areas include health care, education, human...

GrantWatch ID#: 199960
NEW

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, Agencies, Businesses, and Individuals to ...

Deadline 05/28/25

Awards to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, community groups, government agencies, businesses, and individuals for initiatives or projects that have made a significant and lasting impact on communities. Funding is intended to recognize sustainable...

GrantWatch ID#: 188527

In-Kind Grants of Volunteer Services to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, Public Schools and IHEs in M...

Deadline 05/30/25 LOI Date: 04/18/25

In-kind grants of volunteer services to USA nonprofit and faith-based organizations, government entities, tribal governments, public schools, and universities in multiple states to benefit local communities. Applicants must submit a project concept form prior to applyi...

GrantWatch ID#: 200391

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits and Agencies for Capital Improvement Projects to Increase P...

Deadline 05/30/25

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations and government agencies for capital improvement projects to increase public accessibility in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that support accessibility technology and innovation and/or improve or modern...

GrantWatch ID#: 217456
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Grants to USA Organizations for Projects in the Areas of Community, Environment, and Populat...

Deadline 05/31/25

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 quality of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 163910
NEW

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, Private Entities, and Public Agencies to Address Energy Ef...

Deadline 06/01/25

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and private entities for energy upgrades to buildings. Funding is intended to support projects that address energy efficiency, lower utility bills, and offer health benefits. Funding is intended to p...

GrantWatch ID#: 208098
NEW

Grants and Sponsorships to Massachusetts Nonprofits in Eligible Areas for Programs to Benefit ...

Deadline 06/02/25

Grants and sponsorships 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 mem...

GrantWatch ID#: 196579

Grants to Massachusetts Municipalities for Equipment Purchases to Improve Local Recycling Prog...

Deadline 06/02/25

Grants to Massachusetts municipalities for equipment purchases to improve local recycling programs. Funding is intended to support drop-off recycling programs for food waste, cardboard, glass, household goods, paint, and/or universal waste. Eligible purchases include c...

GrantWatch ID#: 220432

Grants to Massachusetts Municipalities for Equipment Purchases to Reduce Food Waste in Local C...

Deadline 06/02/25

Grants to Massachusetts municipalities for equipment purchases to reduce food waste in local communities. Funding is intended to support programs that provide residents with curbside collection services for food waste. Funds may be used to purchase wheeled carts for th...

GrantWatch ID#: 220433

Grants to Massachusetts Municipalities to Improve Waste Reduction Programs in Local Communities

Deadline 06/02/25

Grants to Massachusetts municipalities to improve waste reduction programs in local communities. Funding is intended to support communities that have implemented programs and policies to promote waste reduction, recycling, and reuse and have demonstrated best practices...

GrantWatch ID#: 220436
NEW

Grants to Massachusetts Regional Waste Reduction Authorities for Waste Reduction Program Impro...

Deadline 06/02/25

Grants to Massachusetts regional waste reduction authorities for waste reduction program improvement activities. Funding is intended for services and materials and equipment purchases that facilitate new initiatives or sustain existing programming. Funds may be used fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 220437

Deadline 06/02/25

Grants to Massachusetts towns, cities, and regional authorities to improve waste reduction programs at the local and regional levels. Funding is intended for activities to improve programming related to waste reduction, hazardous waste collection facilities, and organi...

GrantWatch ID#: 220438
NEW

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Foundations, Organizations, Companies, and Entr...

Deadline 06/03/25

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International foundations, organizations, companies, design studios, social enterprises, and entrepreneurs to participate in a contest to help solve societal concerns. The purpose of the contest is for applicants to address one or more ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215503

Grants to Massachusetts Agencies, Nonprofits, and For-Profits for Economic and Community Devel...

Deadline 06/04/25

Grants to Massachusetts public entities, nonprofit organizations, and for-profit organizations for a wide range of projects that promote economic and community development throughout the Commonwealth. Eligible project types include building projects, capacity building,...

GrantWatch ID#: 173689
NEW

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Projects to Benefit Local Communiti...

Deadline 06/06/25 Conference Date: 05/07/25

Grants of up to $25,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for programs to benefit the community. Funding areas of interest include youth development, health and wellbeing, economic opportunity, basic needs, and arts and creativity. Projects s...

GrantWatch ID#: 169966

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Community Betterment Projects

Deadline 06/06/25

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 and h...

GrantWatch ID#: 177497
NEW

Competition for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofit and For-Profit Entrepreneurs for Vent...

Deadline 06/08/25

Competition for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs representing any business model, including both nonprofit and for-profit organizations, for ventures that enhance the distribution of poverty interventions in developing countries. Prize winners will be award...

GrantWatch ID#: 160904
NEW

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

Deadline 06/11/25

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
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