Massachusetts Youth Services Funding via Costco Foundation
Massachusetts 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can access funding via Costco Foundation for monetary program needs. Grants support evidence-based initiatives with measurable outcomes and strong community collaboration, and organizations advancing social justice or human rights through youth and family services may be especially well positioned.
Costco Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Massachusetts Innovation
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology to tackle education, economic empowerment, crisis response, or climate resilience can seek Global Impact Cash Grants to serve underserved communities in Massachusetts and worldwide. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help social justice and human rights organizations expand innovative, tech-enabled programs, with awards up to US $100,000 and applications accepted year-round via an LOI process.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Massachusetts Culture Funding via Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can apply for William Randolph Hearst Foundation’s culture grants, awarding more than US $100,000 for program, capital, and limited general or endowment support. Massachusetts arts and cultural nonprofits serving large, diverse audiences—especially in arts education, artist development, or STEAM-focused science programs—may be competitive applicants.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Massachusetts Youth Opportunity Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and other eligible organizations working on education or youth and family economic stability projects in Massachusetts can seek large-scale support for project implementation or scaling. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation funds initiatives benefiting urban low-income children and youth in the U.S., with requests of more than US $50,000 considered.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Equity in Aging Funding from Point32Health Foundation
Massachusetts social justice nonprofits focused on equity in aging can access funding through Point32Health Foundation for multi-year general operating support, including staff wellness and leadership development. Organizations advancing social and racial justice, policy, advocacy, and systems change around aging in communities facing disinvestment may be eligible alongside peers in other New England states.
Point32Health Foundation
La Roche Support for Global Community Programs
Charitable organizations in Massachusetts working on humanitarian aid, youth services, health, education, environment, or arts projects can seek philanthropic support that advances community and social development. Grants from La Roche help accredited charities worldwide, including those with social justice or human rights programming, implement innovative, sustainable initiatives that may engage Roche expertise, logistics, and employees.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Health Grants in Massachusetts
Massachusetts nonprofits serving marginalized communities through health, education, or disaster relief programs can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation, which works across the U.S. and globally. Organizations advancing social justice or human rights through healthcare access, humanitarian aid, or related human and social services may be competitive applicants.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Massachusetts Nonprofits
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Massachusetts seeking support for charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs can apply for funding that must be used in the U.S. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help well-managed organizations expand services with broad impact, which may include social justice or human rights initiatives benefiting their communities.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Massachusetts 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on community development, basic needs, workforce readiness, arts, environment, or inclusion can seek sponsorship support to advance economic mobility and social progress. Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s regional U.S. sponsorships may benefit organizations with social justice or human rights programming that strengthens low- and moderate-income communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Haymarket People's Fund Support for Social Justice
Grassroots social justice and environmental justice organizations in Massachusetts and across New England can seek urgent funding to respond quickly to unforeseen crises or organizing opportunities, with awards up to US $5,000. Haymarket People's Fund prioritizes people of color-led groups under $400,000 budgets that embed anti-racism and anti-oppression in their work.
Haymarket People's Fund
Self-Reliance Program Grants for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including those focused on social justice and human rights, can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants of US $5,000 - US $250,000. Grants support smaller, non-sectarian organizations worldwide, including U.S.-based 501(c)(3)s, that direct at least 90% of funds to beneficiaries and may serve Massachusetts communities.
Gupta Family Foundation
Social Justice Funding for Massachusetts Nonprofits from Lenny Zakim Fund
Applications due Sep 2, 2026
Grants from The Lenny Zakim Fund help Massachusetts grassroots nonprofits with general operating support for social, economic, and racial justice work in eastern counties. 501(c)(3) organizations with budgets under $350,000 can receive up to US $20,000 for programs such as youth development, immigrant and refugee support, basic needs, health access, LGBTQIA services, and civil and human rights advocacy.
The Lenny Zakim Fund
Youth Disability Services Funding from John W. Alden Trust
Applications due Sep 5, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Massachusetts serving children and youth with disabilities or serious health challenges can seek funding for capacity building, programs, capital, start-up, multi-year projects, or general operations. With a mission to support vulnerable youth, John W. Alden Trust also considers organizations serving high-risk youth facing multiple social or environmental risk factors.
John W. Alden Trust
Humanitarian and Justice Funding for Nonprofits from Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
With a mission to support humanitarian, educational, environmental, and cultural causes, Hansen Family Foundation provides U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with US $1,000 - US $10,000 for programs including children’s services, basic human needs, and advocacy. Massachusetts organizations advancing social justice or human rights may be eligible if they meet the size and overhead limits.
Hansen Family Foundation
US $30,000 - US $1,000,000
Cummings Foundation Social Services Grants in Massachusetts
Letter of inquiry due Sep 16, 2026
Nonprofit organizations providing human services, education, healthcare, environmental, or fairness and justice programs in Massachusetts can access funding through the Cummings $35 Million Grant Program. Grants from Cummings Foundation help local 501(c)(3) charities in Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, and select Norfolk County communities with largely unrestricted general operating support, typically over three years, ranging from US $30,000 - US $1,000,000.
Cummings Foundation Inc.
Robinson Foundation Grants for Southern Charities
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
501(c)(3) public charities serving communities in the Southern U.S. can seek funding for humanitarian, education, health, poverty relief, and related programs; Massachusetts-based groups serving this region may be eligible. Robinson Foundation supports efforts such as disaster relief, children and family services, veterans’ issues, animal welfare, and spiritual endeavors with single-year, high-impact projects.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Grants for Massachusetts Community Services
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing community services in Massachusetts, especially where Insperity employees live and work or where the nonprofit is an Insperity client, may receive philanthropic grants or event sponsorships. Insperity supports community-focused programs that can include social justice or human rights efforts through financial, volunteer, or in-kind corporate contributions.
Insperity
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and qualified local government entities working in education, entrepreneurship, community enrichment, or environment can seek funding to strengthen communities in Massachusetts counties where Georgia-Pacific operates. Focused on long-term well-being in its manufacturing communities, Georgia-Pacific Foundation invites eligible applicants located within 30 miles of a GP facility to apply.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Community and Environment Grants for Nonprofits from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Grants from this funder help Massachusetts 501(c)(3) public charities, public schools, and libraries with community services and environmental programs through unrestricted operating or project support. The Lawrence Foundation awards US $5,000 - US $10,000, and Massachusetts organizations advancing human services or social justice within these priorities may be competitive applicants.
Lawrence Foundation
Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community programs, education, arts, health facilities, environmental or wildlife activities, or services for youth, seniors, and people with disabilities can apply for funding from the Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation, with awards of US $1,000 - US $20,000. Massachusetts organizations advancing social justice or human rights within these areas may be eligible.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Environmental Stewardship Grants for Nonprofits from Vermont Community Foundation
Applications due Dec 15, 2026
Massachusetts and Vermont nonprofit organizations, schools, and local governments working on environmental stewardship and outdoor recreation in the Deerfield River Basin can access funding through the Deerfield River Enhancement Fund, managed by Vermont Community Foundation. Grants up to US $14,000 support projects like habitat restoration, trail work, education, and improving public access to the river.
Vermont Community Foundation
State Street Foundation Education Grants in Massachusetts
Letter of inquiry due Dec 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and accredited schools in Massachusetts that advance educational achievement and employability for people 14 and older can seek general operating support, especially those focused on racial equity and social justice. With a mission to promote economic opportunity, State Street Foundation provides funding to groups serving communities where the company has a business presence, including eastern Massachusetts counties.
State Street Foundation Inc
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Massachusetts Basic Needs
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
With a mission to strengthen communities, Ameriprise Financial provides Massachusetts 501(c)(3) nonprofits with funding for basic needs, community vitality, and volunteer-driven programs. U.S.-based organizations addressing hunger, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, community development, or cultural enrichment, especially those engaging Ameriprise volunteers or near priority employee centers, may be competitive applicants.
Ameriprise Financial
Justice Reform Funding for Massachusetts Nonprofits via Shaw Foundation
Applications due Feb 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Massachusetts working on criminal or juvenile justice reform can apply for funding to support research, reintegration, crime prevention, and advocacy initiatives. Focused on justice system improvements, the Gardiner Howland Shaw Foundation offers start-up, project, and limited general operating support to programs with demonstrated or promising impact.
Gardiner Howland Shaw Foundation
Massachusetts Youth and Community Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Massachusetts working on youth development, education, housing, food security, or environmental stewardship can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Programs serving underserved young people and families, including those advancing social justice and basic human needs, may be competitive.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Massachusetts Clean Air Funding via City of Boston
Applications due Jun 30, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Massachusetts working on community projects in Boston can apply for City of Boston’s Community Clean Air Grant Program; awards up to US $200,000 for initiatives that reduce local air pollution, mitigate health impacts, build community capacity to monitor or prevent pollution, or measurably cut greenhouse gas emissions in the city.
City of Boston
Mutual of America Foundation Grants for Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Massachusetts with strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award, which honors exemplary cross-sector collaborations. Selected U.S. nonprofits working on significant social issues, including social justice and human rights, receive national recognition for impactful, scalable partnership models.
Mutual Of America Foundation