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Massachusetts Community Development Grants

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Eversource Energy Community Grant Program
$10,000
Eversource Energy Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 15, 2026

Date Added

Dec 5, 2023

This program provides small grants to organizations in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire that focus on improving community wellness, education, clean energy, diversity, equity, inclusion, and economic development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Fields Pond Foundation Grant Program
$25,000
Fields Pond Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

This grant provides financial support to community-based nature and land conservation organizations in New England and upper New York State to advance impactful conservation projects that benefit the environment and local communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Cool & Connected Mini-Grants
$5,000
Town of Arlington
Local

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

May 1, 2026

This funding initiative provides financial support to various organizations in Arlington, Massachusetts, to create and improve accessible cooling spaces that help protect vulnerable residents from extreme heat during climate-related events.

Environment
Nonprofits
Malden Massachusetts CDBG Rehab funding
Contact for amount
Malden Massachusetts
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 11, 2023

This program provides funding to the City of Malden for home rehabilitation, social services, and community improvements that primarily benefit low- and moderate-income residents.

Community Development
City or township governments
MWBE Construction Advancement Grant
$25,000
City of Worcester Executive Office of Economic Development
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 25, 2025

This program provides financial support to minority- and women-owned construction businesses in Worcester to help them increase their operational capacity and compete for local and state contracts.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Santander's Cultivate Small Business program
Contact for amount
Santander Bank
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Nov 21, 2023

This grant provides funding to nonprofits focused on community development initiatives in low- to moderate-income neighborhoods, particularly in the Northeast, Florida, and Texas.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Newburyport Bank Charitable Foundation
Contact for amount
Newburyport Bank Charitable Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 24, 2023

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations focused on improving community well-being through initiatives in affordable housing, financial literacy, food security, health and wellness, and veteran support.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community One Stop for Growth Grant
Contact for amount
Massachusetts Executive Office of Economic Development (EOED)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 3, 2026

Date Added

Mar 13, 2025

This initiative provides funding to Massachusetts public entities and their partners for a range of economic development projects, from planning and infrastructure improvements to revitalizing downtown areas and coastal communities.

Workforce Development
City or township governments
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Foundation Catalyst Fund
$7,500
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 29, 2025

This funding opportunity provides small, one-time grants to community-based organizations in Massachusetts to strengthen their capacity and improve access to health care services in underserved communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Municipal ADA Improvement Grant Program
$250,000
Massachusetts Office on Disability
State

Application Deadline

Jun 12, 2026

Date Added

May 2, 2025

This program provides funding to Massachusetts municipalities, school districts, and housing authorities to improve accessibility for individuals with disabilities through planning and capital projects.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Boosting Business Blocks Grant
$7,000
City of Cambridge Community Development Department (CDD)
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 16, 2024

This funding opportunity provides reimbursement-based financial support to collaborative groups of businesses in Cambridge, aimed at enhancing the vibrancy and economic vitality of local commercial districts through community-focused projects.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
The Charles Hayden Foundation Grant
$12,000
The Charles Hayden Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 21, 2023

This grant provides funding to non-profit organizations and schools in New York City, Boston, and Newark, New Jersey, that focus on youth development and education, helping young people achieve academic and career success.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
EOED Rural Development Fund Grant 2026
$500,000
Massachusetts Executive Office of Economic Development (EOED)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 3, 2026

Date Added

Apr 10, 2025

This grant provides financial support to rural communities and small towns in Massachusetts for projects that improve infrastructure, planning, and development readiness, focusing on areas like housing, transportation, and climate resilience.

Community Development
City or township governments
Coastal Resilience Grant Program
$2,000,000
Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2025

This funding opportunity supports coastal municipalities, tribal governments, and eligible nonprofits in Massachusetts to implement projects that enhance resilience against climate change impacts like flooding and erosion along the coastline.

Environment
State governments
The Ogden Codman Trust Grant
Contact for amount
The Ogden Codman Trust
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 21, 2023

This grant provides financial support to organizations in Lincoln, Massachusetts, for projects that improve community services, cultural activities, and educational assistance for local residents.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Grants for Organizations
$10,000
Arts Foundation of Cape Cod
Private

Application Deadline

May 29, 2026

Date Added

May 15, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and cultural entities in Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket for innovative arts projects that engage local communities and enhance access to creative experiences.

Arts
Nonprofits
BCF Safety Net Grant Program
$25,000
Brookline Community Foundation (BCF)
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 19, 2024

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community groups in Brookline, Massachusetts, to enhance access to essential services and emergency assistance for individuals and families, particularly those from marginalized communities.

Income Security and Social Services
Nonprofits
Special Projects Grants
$5,000
Essex County Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 31, 2025

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

Arts
Individuals
Eastern Bank Foundation Impact Grants
$12,000,000
Eastern Bank Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 2, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island that empower low- to moderate-income individuals and families through education, affordable housing, and essential human services.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Massachusetts Downtown Initiative Capital Grant Program
$500,000
Massachusetts Executive Office of Economic Development (EOED)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 3, 2026

Date Added

Jan 30, 2026

This program provides funding to Massachusetts cities and towns for projects that enhance downtown areas, improve public spaces, and stimulate local economic growth.

Community Development
City or township governments