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Massachusetts grants for For profit organizations other than small businesses

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2025 Strengthening Partner Capacity Grants
$50,000
Peter & Elizabeth Tower Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 16, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Massachusetts and New York that enhance their capacity to serve young individuals affected by disabilities and mental health challenges, particularly in historically marginalized communities.

Education
City or township governments
EmPower Massachusetts Program: Implementation Grants
$150,000
Massachusetts Clean Energy Technology Center (MassCEC)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 3, 2025

Date Added

Sep 19, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations, individuals, and groups in Massachusetts that work to improve access to clean energy and reduce energy burdens for underserved populations.

Energy
City or township governments
Climate-Critical Workforce Training, Equipment, and Infrastructure Grants FY25
$800,000
Massachusetts Clean Energy Technology Center
State

Application Deadline

May 2, 2025

Date Added

Dec 10, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Massachusetts to develop training programs and improve equipment for residents pursuing careers in essential climate-related jobs.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
ADU Accelerator Demonstration in Massachusetts
$500,000
Massachusetts Clean Energy Technology Center (MassCEC)
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 12, 2025

Date Added

Jul 14, 2025

This grant provides funding to support the development of prefabricated, all-electric Accessory Dwelling Units in the Pioneer Valley region of Massachusetts, helping property owners address housing shortages while promoting clean energy practices.

Housing
For profit organizations other than small businesses
New Dairy Processor Start-up Grant Program
$75,000
Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC)
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 5, 2024

Date Added

Aug 8, 2024

The Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC) is offering the New Dairy Processor Start-up Grant program to support new dairy processing projects across the Northeast. The core mission of this program is to foster competitive dairy processing businesses with long-term viability. This aligns with a broader strategic objective of strengthening the regional dairy industry by enabling operations of all sizes to successfully launch and sustain their products in the marketplace. By focusing on start-up operations and tangible implementation, the NE-DBIC aims to facilitate direct economic impact and product innovation within the dairy sector. The program targets several key beneficiaries, including dairy farmers ready to begin processing, value-added entrepreneurs with proven experience in dairy processing or business startups, and dairy processors established after January 1, 2023, who are in their start-up phase. The impact goals are centered on developing these businesses, supporting their entry into the market, and ultimately contributing to the economic vitality of the Northeast dairy industry. By providing financial assistance for start-up operations, the program seeks to create new opportunities for dairy-related businesses and products. The program's priorities and focuses are clearly on tangible implementation rather than earlier stages like research and development, concept development, or initial planning. This indicates a strategic emphasis on getting products to market and establishing sustainable business models. Eligibility criteria further refine this focus, requiring applicants to be headquartered or based in the Northeast, demonstrate proof of concept, have a robust business plan, obtain necessary licenses, and show commitment from buyers or distributors by the end of the grant period. Expected outcomes include the successful launch of new value-added dairy products, the establishment of competitive and viable dairy processing businesses, and increased market access for Northeast dairy products. Measurable results would likely include the number of new businesses launched, the volume of new products brought to market, and the economic growth generated within the participating dairy sectors. The NE-DBIC's strategic priorities, as evidenced by this grant, involve direct investment in the operational start-up phase, aiming for a theory of change where targeted financial support leads to the successful commercialization and long-term sustainability of dairy processing ventures in the region.

Arts
Small businesses
Nightlife Industry and Thriving Entertainment Spaces Grant
$5,000
Massachusetts Economic Opportunity and Development Division
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 26, 2025

This grant provides funding to Cambridge-based businesses and nonprofit organizations to host free outdoor nighttime events that promote the city's nightlife and entertainment sector.

Community Development
Nonprofits
2025 Research and Education Grant Program
$250,000
Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 6, 2024

Date Added

Jun 10, 2024

Science and Technology
City or township governments
First Literacy Grants
$15,000
First Literacy
Private

Application Deadline

May 2, 2024

Date Added

Feb 21, 2024

First Literacy awards grants to stimulate and support the development, trial, and implementation of innovative Adult Basic Education and English for Speakers of Other Languages resources and practices in Massachusetts. The program invests in ideas that improve educational and professional outcomes for adult learners and that may not be eligible for state or other major funding. Grant types include Program Grants for project based innovations, Organization Wide Grants for larger scale curricula, systems, training, or teacher improvement, and Incentive Grants for second year replication or for assisting another organization to replicate a program. Program grant caps are generally 5,000 dollars for returning organizations and 7,500 dollars for organizations that have not received funding in the past ten years. Organization Wide Grants are up to 15,000 dollars and include robust data reporting plans. The grant period is July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. Projects should demonstrate lasting impact in ABE schools and organizations and include clear evaluation and data collection plans. Eligibility is open to not for profit ABE and ESOL organizations in Massachusetts. Applications are due May 2, 2024. Additional information is available from First Literacy.

Infrastructure
For profit organizations other than small businesses
CriticalMass Program Support
$1,000,000
Massachusetts Clean Energy Center
State

Application Deadline

Jan 16, 2025

Date Added

Dec 10, 2024

This funding opportunity supports organizations that partner with startups to advance and scale innovative clean energy technologies in Massachusetts, helping them navigate challenges to achieve commercial success.

Energy
Nonprofits
Dairy Co-Packing Grant
$150,000
Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 11, 2025

This funding opportunity supports licensed dairy processors and brands in the Northeast to initiate or expand co-packing arrangements, scale production, and enhance their product offerings.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Equity Workforce Training Implementation Grants
$400,000
Massachusetts Clean Energy Technology Center (MassCEC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 3, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that help underrepresented communities in Massachusetts access training and career pathways in the clean energy sector, addressing systemic barriers and workforce gaps.

Energy
City or township governments
InnovateMass
$350,000
Massachusetts Clean Energy Center
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 10, 2024

This program provides funding and support for projects in Massachusetts that focus on developing clean energy and climate technologies to address environmental challenges and promote economic growth.

Energy
For profit organizations other than small businesses
City of Cambridge’s New Lease Rent Relief Grant
$25,000
City of Cambridge
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 8, 2024

This grant provides financial assistance to new, small, for-profit businesses in Cambridge that have recently signed a commercial lease, helping them cover their initial rent costs to support local economic recovery.

Business and Commerce
City or township governments
Federal-State Market Improvement Grant Program
Contact for amount
Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 12, 2025

This grant provides funding to state agricultural agencies and their partners to improve marketing strategies and expand market access for U.S. food and agricultural products, benefiting multiple producers and agribusinesses.

Agriculture
State governments
2026 Workplace Safety Grant Program
$25,000
Massachusetts Department of Industrial Accidents (DIA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This funding opportunity provides reimbursement for Massachusetts employers to invest in safety training programs that reduce workplace injuries and promote safer work environments.

Safety
For profit organizations other than small businesses
2026 Climate Smart Agriculture Program
$150,000
Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 8, 2025

This program provides funding to Massachusetts agricultural operations to enhance climate resilience, improve sustainability, and boost food safety and energy efficiency through various eligible projects.

Agriculture
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Fiscal Year 2025 Intercity Bus Security Grant Program
$1,800,000
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (Department of Homeland Security - FEMA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 2, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to eligible intercity bus operators to enhance security measures and protect against terrorism, focusing on critical transportation infrastructure and public safety.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
For profit organizations other than small businesses
GrowBoston Design Fund
$9,999
Mayor’s Office of Housing (MOH)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 26, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community groups in Boston for designing urban farms, community gardens, and other public food production spaces.

Housing
Nonprofits
Mass Cultural Council’s Creative Experiences Grant
$5,000
Mass Cultural Council
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 25, 2025

This grant provides funding for arts, humanities, and sciences projects in Massachusetts, supporting organizations that create accessible cultural experiences for the public, especially in underserved communities.

Arts
Nonprofits
The Dairy Farm Improvement & Modernization Grant
$100,000
Vermont Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 29, 2025

This grant provides financial support to dairy farmers and related organizations in the Northeast to improve farm operations, enhance milk quality, and address climate challenges.

Agriculture
Nonprofits