These foundations have a track record of funding human services work in Massachusetts, based on IRS 990 grant data. Use the list below to find funders aligned with your mission, then sign up free to see how well your nonprofit fits each one.
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General, Medical, and Research Grants (Over $25,000) — Letter of Inquiry (LOI)
medical researchmedical educationgeneral education+1 more
Who can apply: For requests over $25,000, applicants must submit an LOI with required program details and contact information. LOIs and requested applications are reviewed quarterly prior to board meetings.
Animal RelatedArts, Culture, and HumanitiesCivil Rights, Social Action, Advocacy+12 more
Who can apply: Organizations should review the Foundation's Eligibility page. Primary service area must include Hampden and/or Hampshire Counties. Many support types accepted; scholarships are made to scholarship funds only (not individuals). The Foundation requires two years between board-considered applications (with some exceptions for discretionary grants).
Youth leadership developmentEducational and vocational trainingService-oriented community-building projects+3 more
Who can apply: Applicant must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit or a church; program must serve underserved young people aged 9–25; organization and program must be located within the Diocese of Massachusetts (east of Worcester County); grant funds are intended to support human talent (not buildings/overhead); program budget typically under $350,000; applicants should be able to provide detailed program and organizational budget sheets.
Early EducationHuman ServicesSpecial Needs and Disabilities+1 more
Who can apply: Must be a valid 501(c)(3) organization. Ramlose does not fund individuals, national organizations or local/regional chapters of national organizations. Typically unlikely to fund organizations with annual operating budgets over $3,000,000. Preference for smaller organizations and those requesting funds for specific projects/equipment rather than general operating support or salaries.
Who can apply: Nonprofit organizations whose work aligns with the foundation's mission, legacy grant focus areas, and other restrictions/deadlines. Applicants must complete an eligibility quiz before receiving access to the application form and submission instructions.
arts and cultureeducation and youth developmentenvironment and conservation+2 more
Who can apply: Must be a nonprofit organization with 501(c)(3) status; benefit Boston and/or contiguous communities; advance one or more of the listed focus areas; not have applied within the last 12 months; current grantees must submit a report by the time of application submission.
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