151 Massachusetts Community Economic Development Grants

Grants to USA and territories for-profit and nonprofit organizations, Tribes, agencies, and corporations to support the processing of invasive species. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. Funding is intended to help pr...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for activities to implement and expand the use of artificial intelligence in local communities. The purpose of the program is to assist organizations in their work on behalf of the community to increase AI public understanding and ...

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit CBOs, community development corporations, and community development financial institutions to offer technical assistance to small businesses throughout the state. The purpose of the program is to assist existing and start-up businesses...

Grants of up to $75,000 to Massachusetts municipality partnerships, stormwater coalitions, regional planning entities, and nonprofits for collaborative projects to reduce stormwater pollution in local communities. Priority is given to proposals that directly benefit di...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International research organizations, firms, academic institutions, and other nonprofit organizations for research projects related to architecture. Funding is intended for projects that focus on housing innovation, regenerative design, and d...

Grants to Massachusetts community-based organizations in eligible locations for gardening projects. Funding is intended to support activities and projects to restore, develop, and preserve the natural environment and local gardens. The funding source advocates for the ...

Grants and in-kind support to USA Black-owned small businesses to foster business growth and development. In addition to the cash grant, the selected top-ranking business will receive pro-bono consulting and mentoring services from leaders in the industry. The goal of ...

Grants and in-kind support to Massachusetts startups for projects that address issues related to clean energy. The program is intended to assist emerging companies that align with one of the following areas of interest: clean transportation, offshore wind, high-perform...

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...

Grants of up to $50,000 and grants of up to $65,000 to USA early-career researchers to conduct research focusing on the social sciences. Applicants must register in the grant portal prior to applying. The purpose of the program is to support research that identifies ba...

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...

Grants to USA public housing authorities to operate job programs in qualifying public housing developments. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to address poverty affecting public housing residents ...

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 hist...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for a wide range of charitable activities with worldwide benefit. Funding is intended to empower organizations. Focus areas include education, environment, child welfare, arts, healthcare, and community. However, all types of propo...

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...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Massachusetts and New Hampshire nonprofit organizations for programs and initiatives to benefit local communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for general operating support as well as for programs that serve low- to moderate-inc...

Grants to Massachusetts schools, groups, and educational institutions for environmental projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance the conservation, stewardship, scientific knowledge, public awareness, and preservation of green open spaces and habit...

Grants to Massachusetts organizations and individuals to enhance communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects related to open spaces, historic preservation, community housing, and recreation. Eligible activities and programs benefit the residents...

Award of $15,000 to a USA, Canada, or International individual or team to recognize environmentally friendly chemistry innovation. Consideration will be given to discoveries that lead the way for sustainable manufacturing processes or products at a cost less than or co...

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and local governments for beautification and public greening projects in eligible communities. Funded projects will enhance the natural environment through landscaping, ground cover improvement, floral displays, an...

Grants to USA and territories local, Tribal, and state government agencies, transportation authorities, urban planning organizations, Federal Land Management Agencies, and groups of entities to improve and protect bridges throughout the country. Applicants are advised ...

Grants of up to $3,000 to USA, Canada, and International organizations and individuals for initiatives to address worldwide concerns. Eligible applicants align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: education; the environment; promoting peace; fighting...

Grants to USA and territories businesses for collaborative research to establish the feasibility of commercializing technologies. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete required registrations prior to submitting an application. Applicants must work coll...

Tax credits and property tax incentives to Massachusetts businesses to promote job creation and economic development. Funding is intended to help businesses grow by offering credits to lower taxes in exchange for a commitment to create new jobs, retain existing jobs, a...

Cooperative agreements to USA state governments for initiatives to benefit the health of rural populations. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. The program is intended to strengthen rural communities across Americ...

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...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations, community-based groups, for-profit entities, and individuals for arts and cultural projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities that create or sustain welcoming spaces that attract ac...

Grants of up to $15,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit and for-profit organizations, community groups, and individuals for arts activities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to address critical issues faced by residents, visitors, and businesses. Preference will be...

Fellowships with a $2,500 stipend to USA and terriotories individuals associated with a nonprofit organization, business, or institution that focuses on local food systems. Aside from the stipend, fellows will participate in intensive learning programs, group sessions,...

Grants of $1,000 and in-kind assistance to Massachusetts individual artists in eligible locations for professional development activities. Funding is intended to help local artists take the next steps in their creative efforts. The program includes one-on-one coaching ...

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations to promote economic opportunities for Black youth and young adults. Funding is intended for capacity-building efforts and program support. Applicants should provide mentorship and professional coaching, skills training, ...

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...

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...

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 ...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA organizations in multiple states for activities that enhance natural resource industries. Funding is intended to support events, projects, and programs that strengthen and promote the agriculture, commercial fishing, and forest product in...

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...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states and regions for activities that address the needs of local communities and build nonprofit capacity. Funding is intended to support innovative programs and projects focusing on workforce development, financial em...

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...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit individuals and communities. Funding is intended to support activities in a wide range of focus areas, including but not limited to medical research, arts and culture, youth, environment, and recreation. ...

Grants of up to $30,000 to Massachusetts artists, collaborations, and nonprofit organizations for public art projects that promote spatial justice. Funding is intended to support projects across the artistic disciplines that are accessible to the general public, contri...

Grants to USA dairy farmers, producers, technical service providers, and milk buyers in Northeastern states for projects to benefit the dairy industry. Applicants are advised to finalize required registrations prior to the deadline. Grants are available to applicants i...

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...

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...

Competition for USA, Canada, and International children, youth, or teams, ages 5-24, to present solutions to global challenges, as identified by the United Nations. Applicants must submit the first round of applications before moving up to the second round. Groups must...

Grants to USA Tribal governments for projects to improve local waste management systems. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects to improve local recycling programs, post-consumer mate...

Grants of up to $7,500 and in-kind support to USA small, grassroots, women-led social justice nonprofits for programs and projects centered on issues women face or gender justice issues in the U.S. Applicants must submit an initial funding inquiry prior to submitting a...

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations to address a wide range of community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that may include social services, community development activities, cultural programs, community health needs, education...

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 directly benefiting local residents that focus on the areas of affordable housing, human services, and commun...

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA community leaders, elected officials, and tribal leaders for capital projects to revitalize public community spaces in rural areas. The purpose of the program is to create and restore communal spaces that foster personal connections. Proj...

Grants of up to $7,500 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit eligible communities. Funding is intended for projects in a range of focus areas including but not limited to social services, culture, community development, education, health, a...