Massachusetts Youth Services Funding via Costco Foundation
Massachusetts 501(c)(3) nonprofits running programs for children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary support for community-based initiatives. Costco Foundation provides U.S. organizations with grants evaluated on documented community need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and diversified funding, which may benefit robotics programs serving youth within these priority areas.
Costco Foundation
Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services programs, including those in Massachusetts, can seek support for new approaches to social problems. Creag Foundation supports smaller or evolving organizations developing creative solutions across areas like health, community development, and public safety; interested groups may begin with a letter of inquiry for invitation-only opportunities.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children and youth can receive funding for health, education, development, and welfare programs in Massachusetts and beyond from the Dan Paul Foundation, with awards up to US $15,000. Robotics or STEM initiatives that enrich youth, address poverty, or support vulnerable children may be eligible if they align with the foundation’s mission.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Massachusetts Innovation
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology to tackle education, crisis response, economic empowerment, or climate resilience can seek up to US $100,000 for innovative, early-stage programs in Massachusetts and worldwide. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help organizations serving mostly economically underserved communities, including those integrating robotics or automation into education, workforce readiness, or green jobs initiatives.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Foundation Education Grants in Massachusetts
Educational institutions and eligible nonprofits in Massachusetts can seek funding for K–12 STEM, academic performance, and college and career pathways initiatives that strengthen safety, education, and community development. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help robotics and STEM programs that improve academic success and long-term community outcomes across the U.S.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Massachusetts STEAM Education Funding via Hearst Foundation
Nonprofit cultural and educational institutions in Massachusetts and across the U.S. can apply for the Hearst Foundations’ Culture Grant, which awards more than US $100,000 for arts and science programs. Robotics and STEAM education initiatives that build skills in science, technology, engineering, environment, arts and math may be eligible, including K–12-focused programming.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Massachusetts Youth Education Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Organizations in Massachusetts working on education, children’s health, or family economic stability projects for urban low-income youth can seek more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation funds eligible U.S. entities with a TIN, including schools, nonprofits, social enterprises, and government bodies focused on measurable impact.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Massachusetts Community Development Funding via PNC Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Massachusetts communities where PNC has a significant presence can access funding through PNC Foundation for early childhood education or economic and community development initiatives. Programs serving low- and moderate-income families, including education, workforce readiness, affordable housing, small business support, and community services, may be eligible, and could include robotics-related activities for young children.
PNC Foundation
La Roche Support for Global Community Programs
Accredited charities running humanitarian, educational, environmental, or cultural projects in Massachusetts and worldwide can seek funding to advance community development, science education, disaster response, or contemporary arts initiatives. Grants from La Roche help organizations whose programs promote sustainable development and can actively involve Roche expertise, logistics, and employees in long-term, high-quality partnerships.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Human Welfare Grants
Massachusetts nonprofits serving marginalized communities through health, education, or humanitarian aid can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation. Organizations working on healthcare access, disaster relief, child welfare, or related human and social services may be eligible, including programs that incorporate robotics or technology to improve care, access, or outcomes for vulnerable populations.
Semnani Family Foundation
Humanitarian Funding for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations working on poverty alleviation, disability services, disaster relief, or human and social services, including those in Massachusetts, can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants ranging from US $5,000 - US $250,000. Grants from Gupta Family Foundation help smaller 501(c)(3)s and qualifying foreign entities worldwide that support disadvantaged people in becoming self-reliant.
Gupta Family Foundation
Education and Youth Funding for Nonprofits from Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting education, youth, or related community programs, including in Massachusetts, can apply for Hansen Family Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000. With a mission to uphold life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, the foundation funds children’s services, educational access, humanitarian aid, arts, animals, and environmental initiatives worldwide, favoring smaller-budget organizations.
Hansen Family Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Storytelling Grants
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits can seek more than US $50,000 to tell powerful stories about their preservation, education, or wellness work, including in Massachusetts. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation’s Storytelling Grant funds media and communications projects that highlight real-world impact, which may benefit robotics education or mentorship initiatives.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Grants for Southern Programs
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
501(c)(3) organizations active for over three years and serving communities below the Mason-Dixon line can seek funding for programmatic work, not capital projects. Robinson Foundation supports efforts in education, youth and family services, poverty relief, disaster response, health, animal welfare, conservation, veterans, and religious initiatives, which may include robotics-related education programs outside Massachusetts.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Grants for Massachusetts Community Services
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Massachusetts 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services or fundraising events may be eligible for grants or sponsorships, including those with robotics-related programming. Insperity supports community-focused organizations in Suffolk County through its corporate contributions program, prioritizing groups tied to employees, clients, or local communities, with applications reviewed in about 45 days.
Insperity
Massachusetts Community Services Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides Massachusetts 501(c)(3) nonprofits with funding for community services, environmental conservation, and peacebuilding initiatives. Organizations working in robotics that support these areas, such as environmental monitoring, community engagement, or safety applications, may be eligible if they hold federal charitable status.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Robotics Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Massachusetts education and community organizations working in robotics and related STEM areas can seek funding to support programs that align with Georgia-Pacific’s focus on education, entrepreneurship, community enrichment, and environment. Focused on community impact, Georgia-Pacific Foundation invites eligible 501(c)(3)s, public schools, and qualified government entities near its facilities to apply.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Massachusetts Youth Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Massachusetts located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can seek funding for basic needs, at-risk youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. The TJX Foundation supports initiatives helping vulnerable children and families, and robotics education programs that fit these priorities may be eligible.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Environmental and Human Services Grants from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
U.S.-headquartered 501(c)(3) public charities, public schools, and libraries in Massachusetts working on environmental, human services, disaster relief, or related programs can seek general operating or project support through the Lawrence Foundation; awards US $5,000 - US $10,000. Grants from Lawrence Foundation help organizations that may include robotics-related initiatives if they fit these priorities.
Lawrence Foundation
Massachusetts Technology Collaborative Robotics Grants in Massachusetts
Applications due Jan 9, 2027
Robotics companies and research organizations in Massachusetts can apply for the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative’s capital grants, awarding US $25,000 - US $300,000 for innovative robotic hardware and corresponding digital twins. Funding supports building robots and creating a shared Digital Twin Library to expand access to robotics tools and strengthen the state’s robotics entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Massachusetts Technology Education Engineering Collaborative
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Massachusetts Basic Needs
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
With a mission to strengthen communities, Ameriprise Financial provides Massachusetts nonprofits addressing basic needs and community vitality with funding for hunger relief, shelters, supportive housing, workforce readiness, and cultural enrichment. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations must serve U.S. communities, align with one of Ameriprise’s three focus areas, and can be especially competitive where Ameriprise volunteers are actively engaged.
Ameriprise Financial
Massachusetts Community Programs Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Massachusetts 501(c)(3) nonprofits with education, social service, health, civic, cultural, or environmental projects can access funding through Dr Scholl Foundation. Grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000 are awarded annually, primarily to U.S. applicants, for one year of program support; robotics-related initiatives fitting these categories may be eligible.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving economic stability, workforce readiness, health and social services, or disaster relief in communities with an O’Reilly Auto Parts presence may be eligible for project, operating, or capital support. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports community-focused organizations, including those in Massachusetts, that benefit underserved and underrepresented individuals and families.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Massachusetts Youth Services Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Massachusetts serving youth and families can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000 for community, education, hunger, and environmental programs. Robotics or STEM initiatives that foster leadership, academic success, or environmental stewardship may be eligible.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Massachusetts Education Support for DLCS Programs
Applications due Jun 5, 2027
Massachusetts public school districts that previously received the FY26 CS Engage grant can use this continuation funding to expand K–12 digital literacy and computer science programs, including robotics-related curricula, in Massachusetts. The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education supports PD, educator stipends, and classroom devices to complete implementation and sustain DLCS programming for more underserved students.
Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Mutual of America Foundation Grants for Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Massachusetts with strong cross-sector partnerships that address significant social issues can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award. This U.S.-wide competition honors collaborative programs that measurably improve communities and can be replicated or scaled, which may include robotics-related initiatives embedded in broader community impact work.
Mutual Of America Foundation