These foundations have a track record of funding youth development 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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Live programs funding youth development in Massachusetts that your nonprofit can apply to now.
Open nowCloses in 3 days (Aug 15, 2026)May not accept unsolicited proposals
educationyouth developmentsupporting young people+2 more
Who can apply: Open to nonprofit organizations that fit the foundation's funding areas and initiative priorities. The foundation does not accept unsolicited grant proposals. Previous grantees are encouraged to contact the Executive Director before the LOI deadline to confirm fit. Approved requests must reapply each year; grants are not automatically renewed.
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.
Access to Food, Housing, and Economic OpportunityChild and Youth Development and EducationCivil and Human Rights Advocacy and Support+4 more
Who can apply: Nonprofit grassroots organizations based in eastern Massachusetts with operating budgets under $350,000 and IRS 501(c)(3) status, or a documented fiscal agent with 501(c)(3) status. Organizations outside Eastern Massachusetts are not eligible. Applicants must attend an online informational session before applying.
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