Massachusetts Grants

Last updated September 14, 2026

There are currently 53 active grants available to Massachusetts applicants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

53 grants in Massachusetts

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
State	FY27 Fair Share Adult English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Services	Dept of Education Grants	September 18, 2026	Varies
State	FY27 Hate Crimes Prevention	Dept of Education Grants	September 22, 2026	Varies
State	FY27 Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (Perkins V) Postsecondary Allocation Grant	Dept of Education Grants	September 23, 2026	Varies
State	FY27 Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (Perkins V) Secondary Allocation Grant	Dept of Education Grants	September 23, 2026	Varies
State	FY27 My Career and Academic Plan (MyCAP) Planning and Implementation, Round A	Dept of Education Grants	September 25, 2026	Varies
State	FY27 Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Program Federal Entitlement Grant	Dept of Education Grants	September 30, 2026	Varies
State	FY27 CTE Secondary Programs & Postsecondary Programs — Perkins Reserve	Dept of Education Grants	September 30, 2026	Varies
State	FY27 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Federal Special Education Entitlement Grant	Dept of Education Grants	September 30, 2026	Varies
State	FY27 Supporting Arts & Cultural Vitality	Dept of Education Grants	October 13, 2026	Varies
State	Local Cultural Council Program	Mass Cultural Council	October 15, 2026	Varies
State	Tribal Cultural Council Program	Mass Cultural Council	October 15, 2026	Varies
State	FY27 Massachusetts 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) – Supporting Additional Learning Time Grant (SALT) – for new sites	Dept of Education Grants	October 16, 2026	Varies
State	FY27 Fair Share Earmarks	Dept of Education Grants	October 23, 2026	Varies
State	FY27 Special Support Earmarks	Dept of Education Grants	October 23, 2026	Varies
State	Grants for Creative Individuals	Mass Cultural Council	October 27, 2026	$500K
Foundation	Anna B. Stearns Charitable Foundation Grants	Anna B Stearns Charitable Foundation Inc	November 1, 2026	$5K – $25K
State	FY27 Intensive Assistance Grant (IAG) Renewal	Dept of Education Grants	November 30, 2026	Varies
Foundation	BCC Foundation Scholarships	Berkshire Community College Foundation Inc	December 1, 2026	From $250
State	Cultural Facilities Fund	Mass Cultural Council	December 10, 2026	$700K – $20M
State	FY27 Charter School Program Expansion Grant	Dept of Education Grants	March 8, 2027	Varies
State	FY27 Charter School Program Start-Up Grant	Dept of Education Grants	March 8, 2027	Varies
State	FY27 Charter School Program Expansion Grant and Charter School Program Start-Up Grant	Dept of Education Grants	March 8, 2027	Varies
Foundation	James A. Kushlan Research and Conservation Fund	Birdscaribbean	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Clipper Ship Foundation Grant	Clipper Ship Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies

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About grants in Massachusetts

Massachusetts grants are administered by agencies including the Mass Cultural Council, the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, MassDevelopment (the Commonwealth's economic development and finance authority), and MassHousing. The state also has one of the deepest foundation sectors in the country, led by major Boston-based grantmakers and a network of regional community foundations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What grants does Massachusetts offer?

Key Massachusetts agencies include the Mass Cultural Council, the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, MassDevelopment, and MassHousing. These fund the arts and humanities, education, affordable housing, and business and community development throughout the Commonwealth.

What foundations serve Massachusetts?

Massachusetts is home to major grantmakers such as The Boston Foundation, one of the nation's oldest and largest community foundations, and the Barr Foundation, a leading funder of the arts, climate, and education. A network of regional community foundations rounds out funding across the state.

Are there grants for Massachusetts nonprofits?

Yes. Massachusetts nonprofits can pursue state funding through agencies like the Mass Cultural Council, alongside private grants from The Boston Foundation, the Barr Foundation, and regional community foundations supporting the arts, education, health, and human services.

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