Education Grants in Massachusetts

Browse open education grants available to organizations in Massachusetts. Our database includes federal, state, and foundation funding opportunities. Answer a few questions to see which grants you qualify for.

24 open education grants in Massachusetts

24 grants worth up to $13.5M match your search

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Massachusetts Arts Council Project Grants

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Massachusetts Council on the Arts

Project-based grants for arts programming, performances, exhibitions, and community engagement in Massachusetts.

$3K – $100K

2026-06-01

Arts & CultureCommunity DevelopmentEducation

Massachusetts Cultural Council — Grant Programs

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Massachusetts Cultural Council

Massachusetts Cultural Council provides grants to support arts and cultural programming, artist fellowships, arts education, and community-based arts projects across MA.

$1K – $100K

Annual

artscultureEducation

Educational Outreach Program

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Handel and Haydn Society

Educational Outreach Program

Up to $750

Rolling

Arts & CultureEducation

Greater Worcester Community Foundation Community Grants

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Greater Worcester Community Foundation

Greater Worcester Community Foundation ($200M in assets) supports nonprofits in MA through grants focused on education, community development, health, arts. Awards range from $2,000 to $75,000.

$2K – $75K

Rolling

Educationcommunity developmentHealth+1

The Boston Foundation Community Grants

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The Boston Foundation

The Boston Foundation ($1.8B in assets) supports nonprofits in MA through grants focused on education, health, housing, civic engagement, arts. Awards range from $5,000 to $250,000.

$5K – $250K

Rolling

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Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts Community Grants

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Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts

Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts ($200M in assets) supports nonprofits in MA through grants focused on education, community development, health, arts. Awards range from $2,000 to $75,000.

$2K – $75K

Rolling

Educationcommunity developmentHealth+1

Cape Cod Foundation Community Grants

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Cape Cod Foundation

Cape Cod Foundation ($75M in assets) supports nonprofits in MA through grants focused on education, environment, health, arts. Awards range from $1,000 to $25,000.

$1K – $25K

Rolling

EducationenvironmentHealth+1

Environmental Literacy Grants

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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Grants for formal and informal education projects to build environmental literacy about ocean, coastal, Great Lakes, weather, and climate topics.

$100K – $500K

Rolling

Educationenvironmentocean literacy

Foster Grandparent Program

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AmeriCorps

Grants for income-eligible adults aged 55+ to provide one-on-one mentoring, tutoring, and emotional support to children and youth with exceptional needs.

$50K – $400K

Rolling

youth developmentagingEducation+1

NOAA Sea Grant College Program

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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Grants through a national network of 34 Sea Grant programs for marine research, education, and extension activities in coastal communities.

$50K – $1M

Rolling

marine scienceenvironmentEducation+1

United Way of Pioneer Valley Community Grants

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United Way of Pioneer Valley

United Way of Pioneer Valley in Springfield, MA ($15M annually) funds nonprofits focused on education, financial stability, health. Typical awards range from $5,000 to $150,000.

$5K – $150K

Rolling

Educationfinancial stabilityHealth

United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley Community Grants

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United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley

United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley in Boston, MA ($40M annually) funds nonprofits focused on education, financial stability, health. Typical awards range from $10,000 to $300,000.

$10K – $300K

Rolling

Educationfinancial stabilityHealth

IMLS National Leadership Grants

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Institute of Museum and Library Services

Competitive grants for projects that address challenges faced by the museum and library fields and have the potential for broad impact.

$50K – $1M

Rolling

Educationlibrary servicesmuseum services+1

Museums for America

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Institute of Museum and Library Services

Grants to museums of all types to strengthen their ability to serve the public through exhibitions, education, collections stewardship, and community engagement.

$25K – $250K

Rolling

museum servicesEducationcommunity engagement

Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program

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Institute of Museum and Library Services

Grants to develop a diverse workforce of librarians and archivists through scholarships, research, continuing education, and curriculum development.

$50K – $1M

Rolling

library servicesEducationworkforce development

Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Community Grants

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Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation

Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation ($150M in assets) supports nonprofits in MA through grants focused on education, environment, community development, arts. Awards range from $1,000 to $50,000.

$1K – $50K

Rolling

Educationenvironmentcommunity development+1

Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (BFRDP)

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USDA — NIFA

Grants for education, mentoring, and technical assistance programs for beginning farmers and ranchers, with emphasis on limited-resource and socially disadvantaged populations.

$50K – $750K

Rolling

AgricultureEducationworkforce development

AmeriCorps State and National Grants

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AmeriCorps

Grants to organizations to engage AmeriCorps members in evidence-based or evidence-informed interventions addressing community needs in education, health, environment, economic opportunity, and disaster services.

$100K – $1.5M

Rolling

community servicesEducationHealth+1

African Dance Arts Integrated Education Project

open

Fatou-Carol Sylla

African Dance Arts Integrated Education Project

Up to $2K

Rolling

Arts & CultureEducation

NEA Grants for Arts Projects (Art Works)

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National Endowment for the Arts

Project-based grants supporting public engagement with, and access to, the arts including visual arts, music, dance, theater, literature, design, and media arts.

$10K – $100K

Rolling

artscommunity engagementEducation

NEH Humanities Grants

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National Endowment for the Humanities

Grants for humanities projects including digital humanities, preservation and access, public programs, education, research, and challenge grants for institutions.

$10K – $400K

Rolling

humanitiesEducationcultural preservation+1

CPB Community Service Grants

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Corporation for Public Broadcasting

Annual grants to public television and radio stations for operations, programming, and community engagement that address local needs.

$100K – $5M

Rolling

mediaEducationcommunity engagement

USIP Peace Grants

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United States Institute of Peace

Competitive grants for projects advancing peacebuilding, conflict resolution, and stabilization, including research, training, education, and dialogues.

$25K – $500K

Rolling

peacebuildingEducationresearch+1

"Safe Space" Installation at Vassal Lane Upper School

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Rosalyn Grunmann

"Safe Space" Installation at Vassal Lane Upper School

Up to $2K

Rolling

Arts & CultureEducation

Education Grant Details: Amounts and Deadlines

Grant Name	Funder	Amount	Deadline
Massachusetts Arts Council Project Grants	Massachusetts Council on the Arts	$3K - $100K	Jun 1, 2026
Massachusetts Cultural Council — Grant Programs	Massachusetts Cultural Council	$1K - $100K	Invalid Date
Educational Outreach Program	Handel and Haydn Society	Up to $750	Rolling / Open
Greater Worcester Community Foundation Community Grants	Greater Worcester Community Foundation	$2K - $75K	Rolling / Open
The Boston Foundation Community Grants	The Boston Foundation	$5K - $250K	Rolling / Open
Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts Community Grants	Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts	$2K - $75K	Rolling / Open
Cape Cod Foundation Community Grants	Cape Cod Foundation	$1K - $25K	Rolling / Open
Environmental Literacy Grants	National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration	$100K - $500K	Rolling / Open
Foster Grandparent Program	AmeriCorps	$50K - $400K	Rolling / Open
NOAA Sea Grant College Program	National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration	$50K - $1M	Rolling / Open

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Frequently Asked Questions: Education Grants in Massachusetts

How many education grants are available in Massachusetts?

FindGrants currently lists 24+ education grants available to organizations in Massachusetts. This includes federal, state, and foundation funding. New grants are added weekly as opportunities open.

How do I apply for education grants in Massachusetts?

Start by searching FindGrants for education funding in Massachusetts. Each grant listing includes eligibility requirements, award amounts, and application deadlines. Use the free discovery tool to answer a short questionnaire about your organization, and FindGrants will score and rank the grants you qualify for with application guidance.

Who can apply for education grants in Massachusetts?

Eligibility varies by grant. Common eligible applicants for education grants in Massachusetts include nonprofits, small businesses, schools, universities, municipalities, tribal governments, healthcare organizations, and faith-based groups. Each grant has specific requirements listed on its detail page.

Are there federal education grants for Massachusetts?

Yes. Federal agencies fund education programs nationwide, and organizations in Massachusetts are eligible. Federal sources indexed by FindGrants include Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, NIH, USDA, and more. These are listed alongside state and local funding on this page.

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