Diversity Equity and Inclusion Grants

This funding initiative provides financial support for conservation projects in the Delaware River watershed, targeting nonprofits, government entities, and educational institutions focused on habitat restoration, water quality improvement, and community engagement.

This grant provides funding for public and private entities to develop charging and hydrogen refueling infrastructure specifically for medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles in California.

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in suburban Cook County, Illinois, for community-driven arts projects that promote economic development and enhance local cultural engagement.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Illinois to enhance clinician training and health system capacity for effectively addressing opioid and stimulant use disorders through evidence-based practices and systemic improvements.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to small, community-based organizations in St. Louis that serve children and families, focusing on programs that address social, emotional, and health needs while reflecting the communities they represent.

This grant provides financial support to Black-led and Black-serving nonprofit organizations in the Metro Denver area that address urgent community needs and promote long-term sustainability in Black communities.

This award provides $5,000 to local changemakers in Cambridge, Massachusetts, who are implementing innovative projects to address significant social challenges in the community.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits and community organizations in Boston that create public events and initiatives to help small businesses grow and engage with the community during Small Business Month.

This grant provides funding for innovative artistic projects that promote cultural engagement and community well-being in Essex County, Massachusetts.

This grant provides financial support to ALAANA artists in Essex County, Massachusetts, to develop and present new or ongoing creative projects that reflect their cultural heritage and engage the community.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit arts and cultural organizations in New York State for essential pre-construction studies that help plan the rehabilitation and maintenance of their historic properties.

This grant provides funding for community organizations to implement projects that improve safety, emotional well-being, and disaster preparedness in their neighborhoods.

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations and public agencies in King County, Washington, to acquire, construct, or renovate facilities dedicated to arts, culture, heritage, and science, with a focus on serving historically marginalized communities and enhancing public access.

This contest invites Asian American students in grades 6 through 12 to submit personal essays that explore the significance of representation in literature and media, with the goal of amplifying their voices and experiences.

This funding initiative provides financial support for nonprofit organizations and municipalities in New York State to conduct preservation planning and comprehensive studies for historic resources, particularly those with a cultural or arts focus.

This funding initiative supports U.S.-based nonprofits and educational organizations in developing student-led solutions to manage cellphone use and enhance social connections in schools.

This grant provides funding for individual artists and culture bearers in five northern Minnesota counties to create community-engaging art projects that enhance public access to the arts.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to grassroots nonprofit organizations in Douglas County, Kansas, that are led by BIPOC individuals and focused on promoting equity and community empowerment for BIPOC communities.

This grant provides funding to local artists and creative businesses in Downtown Trenton for community-focused projects that enhance arts access, collaboration, and cultural identity.

The City of Boston’s Air Pollution Control Commission (APCC), operating under the Environment Department, administers the Community Clean Air Grant to support nonprofit-led projects aimed at reducing air pollution and carbon emissions. This initiative, piloted in 2021 and now in its 2025 cycle, funds community-based strategies that align with the city’s goals of carbon neutrality by 2050 and improving public health in Boston’s most affected neighborhoods. Applications for the 2025 cycle opened on March 17, 2025, at 9:00 AM and will close on May 15, 2025, at 4:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time. The grant supports projects that eliminate local sources of pollution, promote the transition to clean energy, enhance indoor air quality, and raise awareness about the impacts of pollution and climate change. The program prioritizes projects that benefit communities located near highways or transportation infrastructure and populations considered socially vulnerable, such as people of color, older adults, children, and individuals with chronic illnesses. Eligibility is limited to nonprofit organizations operating within Boston. Although a nonprofit may submit multiple proposals, the APCC will fund only one project per organization per fiscal year. Interested applicants are encouraged to attend one of two scheduled information sessions on March 25 at 5:30 PM and April 4 at 10:00 AM. Weekly office hours are also held on Wednesdays from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Translation services for the information sessions are available upon request with at least one week’s notice via email. Applicants must submit a completed application, and they may also choose to submit an optional preliminary proposal and a partnership form. Once submitted, applicants will receive an email confirmation and subsequent updates on their proposal status. Awards are determined by a multi-departmental evaluation committee to ensure an equitable and comprehensive selection process. For more information or to ask questions, applicants can contact the APCC at apcc@boston.gov using the subject line “Community Clean Air Grant Question.” Additional details, including resources and application links, are available on the City of Boston’s website.