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Number of available Grants: 30

Grants to Massachusetts Homeowners to Improve Residential Properties

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 and grants of up to $20,000 to Massachusetts homeowners in eligible locations for projects to improve residential properties. The purpose of funding is to address health and safety issues affecting low- and moderate-income families. Project...

GrantWatch ID#: 215549

Grants to Massachusetts Commercial Property Owners and Tenants to Improve Accessibility in Eli...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to Massachusetts property owners and business tenants in eligible locations for interior accessibility improvements to commercial structures. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for renovation and co...

GrantWatch ID#: 210706

Grants to Massachusetts Property Owners and Tenants to Improve the Appearance of Commercial Bu...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $50,000 to Massachusetts property owners and tenants in eligible locations for exterior renovations to commercial structures. Funding is intended to enhance the physical appearance of business buildings and improve local commercial districts. Eligi...

GrantWatch ID#: 210704

Grants to Massachusetts Businesses for Property Improvement Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,000 to Massachusetts business owners for projects to improve the facade of commercial properties in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff and complete the required registrations prior to submitting an application. The purpose...

GrantWatch ID#: 215550

Grants to Massachusetts Residents in Eligible Areas for Expenses Related to the Death of a Fam...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Massachusetts residents in eligible communities for expenses related to the death of a family member from overdose. Funding is intended to cover behavioral health services, legal fees, child wellness support, and funeral expenses. Through...

GrantWatch ID#: 220882

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Initiatives to Benefit the Underserved

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit the underserved in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs, projects, and services that address the critical needs of local residents, as well as for operating a...

GrantWatch ID#: 231104

Grants to Massachusetts Homeowners in Eligible Locations for Mortgage Assistance

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 to Massachusetts residents in eligible locations for mortgage assistance. Funding is intended to assist income-eligible homeowners experiencing financial difficulties in making mortgage payments. Grants may be used toward arrears of outstand...

GrantWatch ID#: 204866

Grants to Massachusetts CBOs to Address Substance Use Disorders

Deadline: 07/30/26

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GrantWatch ID#: 231203

Grants to USA Local and State Real Estate Associations for Training Programs

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to USA local and state real estate associations for training and informational programs. Funding is intended to support virtual or in-person programs that address women in the industry. Programs must include a networking component that promotes relationship...

GrantWatch ID#: 222744

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits to Support Operations

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations serving eligible communities to support operations. Applicants must attend an information session prior to applying. Funding is intended to advance racial, economic, and social justice by providing s...

GrantWatch ID#: 155676

Grants to USA Nonprofit IHEs and Research Institutions to Support Research Fellowships Related...

Deadline: 07/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit IHEs and research institutions to support research fellowships related to leprosy. Participating fellows are early-career scientists conducting leprosy projects that include scientific studies associated with new clinical trials for leprosy...

GrantWatch ID#: 151729

Grants to Massachusetts Businesses and Property Owners for Capital Improvement Projects

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants and in-kind assistance to Massachusetts businesses and property owners in eligible locations for capital improvement projects. Funding is intended to improve signage and implement more extensive upgrades to commercial buildings. The program aims to enhance ...

GrantWatch ID#: 225994

Opportunity for USA Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners to Participate in a Professional D...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA entrepreneurs and small business owners to participate in a professional development program to gain valuable resources, connections, and skills. The two-to-three-month program will provide group education workshops and individualized coaching ...

GrantWatch ID#: 208319

Grants to USA and Canada Individuals to Cover Medical Expenses for Children

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada individuals for medical expenses. Funding is intended to help income-eligible parents and caregivers cover the costs of medical care for individuals aged 21 or younger. Assistance may be requested in the following four categories: equipmen...

GrantWatch ID#: 208955