Massachusetts Grants for Nonprofits

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for projects that create a positive impact in the area and that enhance the vitality and vibrancy of the local community in eligible locations. Previous grants have focused on accessible housing, environmental stewardship...

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and IHEs for projects related to ocean conservation. Funding is specifically intended for projects related to supporting sustainable fishing and marine protected areas surrounding island ...

Grants to Rhode Island, Florida, Kentucky, California, Massachusetts, and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for programs to enhance science education and strengthen eligible communities. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to a full...

Grants to USA state and local government agencies for the acquisition and preservation of historic sites. Applicants must complete the required registrations before applying. Funding is intended to help applicants purchase land through fee-simple methods or to purchase...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for initiatives in the areas of culture, arts, environment, and technology. Within each of these areas, the Foundation places a special emphasis on education. While consideration may be given to proposals in other areas, the Founda...

In-kind donations of equipment and software to USA educational institutions to update classroom technology. Funding is intended to increase visibility and expand access to AV systems. Grant types include, but are not limited to, distance learning solutions, Classroom A...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and tribal governments in multiple states to travel to arts performances. Applicants in the following states are eligible to apply: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and ...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit entrepreneurial enterprises for initiatives that address important social issues at the national or global level. Funding is intended to support efforts that aim to improve the lives of individuals throu...

Grants to USA IHEs, research organizations, for-profit organizations, government agencies, and individuals for innovative agricultural research. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Proposals are invited for high-potent...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, including government agencies, schools, IHEs, hospitals, and faith-based organizations, in multiple states to benefit eligible communities. Funding is intended for proposals in the areas of economic development and early childhood...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International educational institutions and research centers for projects in the fields of physical sciences, computer science, and mathematics. Applicants must submit a letter of intent in advance of a full proposal. This program will support...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit residents in the funding source's service area. Funding is intended for projects within the focus areas of financial literacy, economic self-sufficiency, and professional develop...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for projects to build a more sustainable, just, and humane world. Focus areas include measuring human progress and promoting independent media. Eligible applicants are those with a national focus, a strong history of success, and r...

Grants to USA, India, and South Africa nonprofit and for-profit social enterprises for initiatives to benefit children and families living in urban poverty. Areas of focus include education, health, and family economic stability. Funding is intended for proposals that ...

Grants to Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, New York, and Vermont nonprofit organizations in the funding source's service area to create and sustain healthy communities. Support is given to programs in the areas of root causes that impact the quality of life for peo...

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations and K-12 public and private schools for programs that promote financial literacy and education in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs that cover topics such as investing, saving, banking, money, borrowing a...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and public agencies for research programs that address equitable healthcare policies and practices. A letter of inquiry is required before being invited to submit a full grant proposal. Funding is intende...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for capacity development projects. Funding is intended to support transformative initiatives in the areas of planning and technology as well as capital projects that increase the long-term effectiveness of organ...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for community benefit programs in eligible regions. Focus areas include education, the arts, children, and healthcare. The Foundation continues to refine its priorities as opportunities and conditions change. Consideration will be ...

Grants to USA public schools in multiple states to rebuild school libraries in the wake of a disaster. Funding is intended to help school libraries that incurred damages to their collections, media, or equipment due to natural disasters including floods, earthquakes, a...

Grants to USA nonprofits in northeastern states for humanitarian activities that assist individuals in need. Funding is intended for programs in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont, and Rhode Island. Focus areas...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for community programs and initiatives that promote environmental, economic, and social justice. Grants may be used for projects, general support, and collaborative efforts, as well as to build capacity for organizations working in...

Grants to Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Upper New York State nonprofit organizations and municipalities to promote the conservation of land and natural resources. The Foundation supports community-based conservation organi...

Grants of up to $1,000 and in-kind donations to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for projects to benefit communities in which the funding source has a business presence. Program focus areas include children, the environment, and hunger. Funding is intende...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for collection-based programs that improve the presentation and understanding of art from the United States. Applicants are required to submit concept notes prior to a full grant application. Consideratio...

Grants of $1,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals, groups, and organizations to develop small, community-based projects in a wide range of areas, including arts, community development, and technology. Funding is intended to create positive change in the co...

Grants of up to $75,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and non-governmental organizations to address urgent social issues. Applicants must complete an eligibility quiz and submit a preliminary application prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is int...

In-kind support to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for technology services. Applicants must be verified by a third party prior to submitting an application. The program is intended to provide nonprofits with beneficial products and services and t...

Grants of up to $250 to USA nonprofit organizations that serve rural communities to address urgent needs. Grant funds may also be used to defray the costs of training opportunities. Funding is intended to help organizations to respond to unforeseen and time-sensitive i...

Grants of up to $25,000 to Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont nonprofit organizations, schools, agencies, and churches for programs to benefit local residents. Priority will be given to propo...

In-kind grants to USA municipalities, nonprofit organizations, community groups, and schools in multiple states to support planning, designing, and building new playgrounds. The purpose of this program is to enhance low-income communities that do not have a playspace o...

In-kind grants of promotional products to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, registered charities, faith-based organizations, and schools. Promotional materials may be used as a way to acknowledge and thank donors, attract volunteers, and promote an applicant's ca...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and state and public colleges and universities for research to help individuals gain necessary tools, knowledge, and skills regarding financial issues. The funding is intended for research geared to ensuring that individuals and fa...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for public welfare activities. Funding is intended to support impactful projects that address social needs across the globe. Requests will be accepted for activities in the areas of education, arts and cu...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations, schools, agencies, and health provider groups in eligible counties for programs addressing food security and the health of older adults. Funding is intended for activities including but not limited to foo...

In-kind grants to Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont and Massachusetts K-12 public schools and nonprofit organizations to establish environmental and educational orchards. The program involves the planting of trees onsite at the participating school or organization. A staff...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for social justice programs and activities. Funding is intended to advance social and economic justice while supporting the foundation's legacy of socially conscious musical plays and songs. Activities must fulfill ...

In-kind donations of books to USA nonprofit organizations to benefit children from underserved and low-income backgrounds. Eligible organizations are those seeking to build, expand, or add to a small library, as well as those presenting new books for children to take h...

Grants to USA organizations and fire departments to respond to fires and disasters and offer assistance to victims. Individuals impacted by a fire or disaster may also apply for financial assistance. Organizations may request funding for services to victims, as well as...

Grants of up to $3,500 to USA nonprofit organizations and individuals for a wide range of programs and projects that benefit eligible native populations. Funding is intended for activities and initiatives to enrich, enhance, and promote the overall well-being and welfa...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs and projects to benefit society. Funding is intended for initiatives in the following focus areas: education, literacy, democracy, civil liberties, environment, Jewish Community, and reproductive health and rights. Som...

Grants to Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit communities in which the funding source has a business presence. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Programs and pr...

Grants to New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Connecticut nonprofit organizations to benefit local residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs and organizations serving the community in the following focus areas: education; basic needs and community w...

Grants to USA nonprofit shelters that provide housing for victims of domestic violence and their pets. Funding is intended for operational support or capital improvements specifically related to the maintenance and housing of pets. Grants are also given to nonprofit an...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for community benefit projects. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary proposal prior to a full grant application. Funding is intended for programs and projects that focus on health and wellness, basic needs, disabilities,...

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations and schools to improve access to musical instruments. Funding is intended for the purchase, repair, or rental of musical instruments needed for local music education programs. Eligible programs will provide opportunities ...

Grants of up to $2,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to benefit children and youth throughout the country. Funding is intended for activities in the areas of education, youth development, and mentorship. The goal of the program is to help children and youth become pro...

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA community groups and nonprofit organizations in eligible states to support new or existing environment-related projects. Funding may be used for a wide range of community-based initiatives. Eligible applicants are located in Connecticut, M...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to benefit youth and communities where the funding source has a business presence. Focus areas include resilient communities, protected planet, indigenous reconciliation, and future-ready youth. Funding i...

Grants of up to $500 to Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont individuals and organizations for programs that promote tennis among older adults. Programs may be for women ages 40 and older and men 45 and older. Eligible activities ...