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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youth empowermentleadership trainingeducational training+5 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be existing nonprofit organizations or churches. If the organization is not an Episcopal Church, a copy of its IRS tax exemption certificate must be enclosed. Organizations receiving grants must be located within the geographical boundaries of the Diocese of Massachusetts (the portion of Massachusetts east of Worcester County). Programs should serve underserved young persons ages 9 to 25 and typically should support human talent rather than buildings or overhead. Program budget should be less than $350,000.
Early EducationHuman ServicesSpecial Needs and Disabilities+1 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be recognized as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and based in Massachusetts, Maine, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Vermont, New Hampshire, Georgia, South Carolina, New Jersey, or Pennsylvania. Preference is given to small organizations and newer organizations approaching a breakthrough moment. Organizations with annual operating budgets over $3 million are seldom funded. Organizations that have received Ramlose Foundation funding for three consecutive years are not eligible to apply in 2026.
Early EducationHuman ServicesSpecial Needs and Disabilities+1 more
Who can apply: Must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Massachusetts, Maine, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Vermont, New Hampshire, Georgia, South Carolina, New Jersey, or Pennsylvania. Organizations with an annual operating budget over $3 million are rarely funded. Organizations that have received Ramlose Foundation funding for three consecutive years are not eligible to apply in 2026.
arts and cultureeducation and youth developmentenvironment and conservation+5 more
Who can apply: Applicant must be a nonprofit organization with 501(c)(3) status; benefit Boston and/or contiguous communities; advance one of the Trust's funding areas; not have submitted an application within the last 12 months; current grantees must submit required reports by the time of application.
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.
Children and youthFamiliesDisability support+3 more
Who can apply: Only nonprofit tax-exempt organizations as defined under Section 501(c)(3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code are eligible. The applicant organization must take full legal, fiscal, and administrative responsibility for the request. Programs and organizations already supported by tax revenues and/or religious or church-based activities ordinarily will not be considered. Requests for tickets, benefits, regular development campaigns, annual contribution drives, conference/seminar expenses, statues/memorials, scholarships, internships, fellowships, and loans are not considered.
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