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Survey & Planning Grants
Economic incentives for historic preservation and rehabilitation preserve historic properties and support historic preservation planning activities in communities throughout the state. The MHC administers a federal grants-in-aid program for survey and planning projects, a maritime heritage grant program, and a state matching grant program for restoration, rehabilitation, and research of properties listed in the State Register.
The Massachusetts Historical Commission Survey and Planning Grant Program is a federally funded, reimbursable, 50/50 matching grant program to support historic preservation planning activities in communities throughout the state.
Eligible applicants for Survey and Planning Grants are anticipated to include all local historical commissions, local historic district commissions, planning offices, and other eligible public and non-profit historic preservation organizations.
Survey and Planning Grants
Survey and Planning Grants provide 50% matching federal funds for the following projects:
Stormwater MS4 Municipal Assistance Grant Program
This program, introduced in 2017, enables groups of Massachusetts municipalities to expand their efforts to meet requirements for the 2016 Small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) General Permits, and to reduce stormwater pollution through coordinated partnerships that emphasize resource sharing.
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Since 2012, officials of Massachusetts cities and towns have come together and formed regional stormwater coalitions to share resources, training, and best management practices related to stormwater management. Those regional coalitions also formed a statewide coalition to meet those same goals. In April 2016, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and MassDEP issued a renewal of the Small MS4 General Permit (2016 MS4 Permit) for Massachusetts, which became effective on July 1, 2018. On November 22, 2024, the EPA prepared a renewal of the 2016 MS4 Permit for public comment which carries forward and builds upon previous MS4 Permits. The public comment period ran from November 22, 2024 through May 21, 2025. Finalization of the permit is ongoing and will not be completed prior to the issuance of this RFR. Since the 2016 MS4 Permit is administratively continued until the USEPA issues the renewal permit, projects to meet the 2016 MS4 Permit requirements will be prioritized.
MassDEP seeks to help facilitate municipal and regional collaboration on improved stormwater management and permit compliance through the MS4 Municipal Assistance Grant Program.
Massachusetts Downtown Initiative Capital Program
This competitive program increases downtown vitality through planning and capital implementation grants to municipalities.
The Executive Office of Economic Development (EOED) is pleased to announce the MDI Capital Grant Program, through the FY27 Community One Stop for Growth.
The Massachusetts Downtown Initiative Capital Grant Program (“MDI Capital”) strengthens the economic and cultural vitality of the Commonwealth’s downtowns, village centers, and main streets by investing in vibrant, livable centers that attract residents, stimulate business activity, and promote equitable regional growth.
Building on the foundation of the original MDI Technical Assistance program, MDI Capital helps municipalities transform their downtowns into thriving, walkable, and inclusive destinations.
Through a combination of design and implementation grants, the program advances both local and statewide economic development priorities by reducing vacancies, increasing pedestrian activity, and fostering resilient, business-friendly districts that enhance quality of life and reinforce Massachusetts’ reputation as an exceptional place to live, work, and invest.
MDI Capital funds the following project types:
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A better world, built with better teamwork
We bring Atlassian's funding, tools and teamwork expertise to help nonprofits drive greater impact.
Our mission
Atlassian's mission is to unleash the potential of every team. The Atlassian Foundation extends that mission to teams solving the world's hardest problems.
Atlassian Foundation – Open Call for Proposals
The Atlassian Foundation is deploying US$8 million over the next two years to help disadvantaged learners thrive in the AI era. If you're driving collective action in this space, we want to hear from you.
Reshaping education for the AI era will take teamwork
The Atlassian Foundation focuses on education because it's the most empowering force in the world – it's the key to breaking cycles of poverty and disadvantage.
But that key is slipping out of reach for far too many. UNESCO estimates that more than 250 million children are out of school. And for those in the classroom, learning isn't guaranteed: 57% of children worldwide (nearly one billion) lack the basic skills they need for the era they're growing up in. AI can expand access and accelerate learning. It can also widen inequality where it lands unevenly.
No single organisation can tackle a challenge this complex. That's why the Atlassian Foundation is backing collective action: coordinated efforts by multiple players to solve shared problems at scale. Atlassian's mission is to unleash the potential of every team, so we're uniquely positioned to power these efforts. We've spent 20+ years learning what makes teams work well together, and we're offering that expertise – plus our funding, tools and hands-on support – to help collective action initiatives drive greater impact.
We believe a better world is built with better teamwork, and collective action is teamwork at its most ambitious. Together, we want to shape a future where emerging technology closes gaps for learners the current system leaves behind, rather than widening them.
About this open call
In this open call, we're seeking partnerships with collective action initiatives that are working to improve education for disadvantaged learners in the AI era.
What our partners will receive
Each partnership will include:
Residential Assistance for Families in Transition (RAFT)
The Residential Assistance for Families in Transition (RAFT) program provides short-term emergency funding to help you with eviction, foreclosure, loss of utilities, and other housing emergencies.
RAFT provides up to $7,000 per 12-month period so your family can stay in your current home or move to a new one. You may use the money for rent, utilities, moving costs, and mortgage payments.
Executive Office of Economic Development, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
The Executive Office of Economic Development works to strengthen the state’s economy by supporting business growth, attracting investment, expanding economic opportunity, and helping communities across Massachusetts thrive.
Regional Economic Development Organization (REDO) Grant Program
The Regional Economic Development Organization (REDO) Program is established and guided by Sections 3J and 3K of M.G.L. Chapter 23A to support regionally based efforts to grow and retain existing businesses and attract new business to the Commonwealth.
EOED is now accepting proposals from eligible organizations as defined in M.G.L. Chapter 23A, Section 3K for projects that aim to work in close partnership with MOBD Regional Directors to support businesses in Massachusetts, aligning with the state's Economic Development Plan, and to advance regionally based efforts to nurture and facilitate economic growth and prosperity. Applicants should include ways their organization improves equity, affordability, and competitiveness in their regions.
Program Purpose
Per M.G.L. Chapter 23A, Section 3J, the purpose of the program is “…to support regionally based efforts to stimulate, encourage, facilitate and nurture economic growth and prosperity in the commonwealth including, but not limited to, the identification of regional competitive strengths, challenges and opportunities, regional cluster development strategies, long-range regional workforce skills, pipeline, transportation and land use planning and other systems-based activities related to the growth and retention of existing businesses and the attraction of new businesses into the commonwealth.
Executive Office of Economic Development, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
The Executive Office of Economic Development works to strengthen the state’s economy by supporting business growth, attracting investment, expanding economic opportunity, and helping communities across Massachusetts thrive.
MassWorks Infrastructure Program
MassWorks provides grants to communities to help them prepare for success and contribute to the long term strength and sustainability of our Commonwealth.
The MassWorks Infrastructure Program is a competitive grant program that provides the largest and most flexible source of capital funds to municipalities and other eligible public entities primarily for public infrastructure projects that support and accelerate housing production, spur private development, and create jobs throughout the Commonwealth.
Project Categories: Infrastructure Pre-Development; Infrastructure Construction; and Small Town Road Improvement
Infrastructure Pre-Development Grants
Pre-Development applications are intended to benefit the pre-development costs (design and engineering costs) of public infrastructure costs and make it feasible for municipalities and other units of local government to secure funding the execution of design documents related to publicly owned and operated infrastructure. Pre-development grants are not available to subsidize the pre-development soft costs of private developments associated with the applications.
Executive Office of Economic Development, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
The Executive Office of Economic Development works to strengthen the state’s economy by supporting business growth, attracting investment, expanding economic opportunity, and helping communities across Massachusetts thrive.
MassWorks Infrastructure Program
MassWorks provides grants to communities to help them prepare for success and contribute to the long term strength and sustainability of our Commonwealth.
The MassWorks Infrastructure Program is a competitive grant program that provides the largest and most flexible source of capital funds to municipalities and other eligible public entities primarily for public infrastructure projects that support and accelerate housing production, spur private development, and create jobs throughout the Commonwealth.
Project Categories: Infrastructure Pre-Development; Infrastructure Construction; and Small Town Road Improvement
Infrastructure Construction Grants
Grant Use
Direct Construction: Earthwork and/or site work, for example, demolition, sidewalk and road construction, utility relocation, traffic signals, water/sewer extensions, bridge/culvert repairs, contingency (up to 10%), construction administration, traffic control, public safety details, and final design (up to 10%) etc.
Executive Office of Economic Development, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
The Executive Office of Economic Development works to strengthen the state’s economy by supporting business growth, attracting investment, expanding economic opportunity, and helping communities across Massachusetts thrive.
MassWorks Infrastructure Program
MassWorks provides grants to communities to help them prepare for success and contribute to the long term strength and sustainability of our Commonwealth.
The MassWorks Infrastructure Program is a competitive grant program that provides the largest and most flexible source of capital funds to municipalities and other eligible public entities primarily for public infrastructure projects that support and accelerate housing production, spur private development, and create jobs throughout the Commonwealth.
Project Categories: Infrastructure Pre-Development; Infrastructure Construction; and Small Town Road Improvement
Small Town Road Improvement Grants (formerly STRAP)
Any small town, defined as having a population of 7,000 or less (Based on most recent decennial US Census), may seek funding for road improvement projects that are not tied to any type of private development. EOED will prioritize projects that address public safety concerns, including dangerous road conditions and specific threats such as the imminent collapse of a bridge or culvert.
Eligible small towns may apply for Small Town Road improvements in any round regardless of when they last applied for and/or received a Small Town Road improvements grant.
Executive Office of Economic Development, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
The Executive Office of Economic Development works to strengthen the state’s economy by supporting business growth, attracting investment, expanding economic opportunity, and helping communities across Massachusetts thrive.
HousingWorks Infrastructure Program (HWIP)
Competitive grant program available to all Massachusetts municipalities for a variety of horizontal infrastructure related activities to support and unlock housing.
The HousingWorks Infrastructure Program (HWIP) is a competitive grant open to municipalities for a variety of infrastructure projects associated with housing development. This grant program awards funds based on the project’s nexus with housing, transportation, infrastructure, and community development needs.
Applicants should request funding to support a complete project or complete phase(s) and must provide clear justification for the requested amount.
Ineligible entities must apply in partnership with an eligible entity.
Countdown to Launch Grant Program
The purpose of this competitive grant program is to fund schools to strengthen their early literacy practices and their capacity to support teacher candidates seeking licensure in Early Childhood PK–2, Elementary 1–6, or Moderate Disabilities PK–2/PK–8. Throughout the 2026-2027 school year, schools with successful Countdown to Launch grant applications will receive funding for initiatives that build capacity to support teacher candidates' development of evidence-based early literacy instruction. Schools will also receive compensation for their participation in Department of Elementary and Secondary Education DESE walkthroughs, touchpoint meetings, and data collection to support their evaluation as a Launchpad School at the conclusion of the school year. The Countdown to Launch grant is intended to function as a one-time seed grant to establish the Countdown to Launch program such that it can be self-sustaining moving forward.
The Launchpad Schools initiative will identify and elevate the supervising practitioners (i.e. mentor teachers), classrooms, and schools that are well-suited to serve as sites for practicum placements so that future teachers are able to observe and learn evidence-based early literacy practices aligned to the 2024 Early Literacy Program Approval Criteria . Designation as a Launchpad School signals effective and coherent systems, materials, and staff that advance evidence-based early literacy practices across the building, as well as a commitment to partnering with educator preparation programs on the shared goal of supporting teacher candidates' development of evidence-based early literacy. The designation of Launchpad School will include incentives for schools such as deeper partnerships with education preparation programs, access to additional teacher candidates to support students, and a stronger hiring pipeline. Supervising practitioners in Launchpad Schools may also be eligible to receive a stipend for hosting teacher candidates, contingent on future funding.
Priorities:
Funding
A total of approximately $100,000 is projected to be available across FY27 (upon approval through 6/30/2027). Schools will be awarded up to $10,000.
About Us
advancing the science of water ®
Who We Are
The Water Research Foundation (WRF) is the leading research organization advancing the science of all water to meet the evolving needs of its subscribers and the water sector. WRF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, educational organization that funds, manages, and publishes research on the technology, operation, and management of drinking water, wastewater, reuse, and stormwater systems—all in pursuit of ensuring water quality and improving water services to the public.
WRF was formed in 2018 through the integration of three highly respected research collaboratives: WateReuse Research Foundation, Water Environment Research Foundation, and Water Research Foundation. Separately, these organizations focused on research to support varied segments of the water sector—water reuse, wastewater and stormwater, and drinking water, respectively. Now a One Water organization, WRF delivers the research programming the sector needs to address the most pressing water issues holistically.
5425 - Assessing and Managing Manganese Behavior in Drinking Water Distribution and Premise Plumbing Systems
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Site Readiness Program
The 2021 Economic Development Bill authorizes $15M for the Commonwealth Site Readiness Fund, to be administered by MassDevelopment, for the purpose of funding “for site assembly, site assessment, predevelopment permitting and other predevelopment and marketing activities that enhance a site's readiness for commercial, industrial or mixed-use development; provided, that a portion of the funds shall be used to facilitate the expansion or replication of successful industrial parks; and provided further, that funding shall be awarded in a manner that promotes geographic equity” B. FY 2027 Information
The Site Readiness program is part of the Community One Stop for Growth, a single application portal and collaborative review process of community and economic development grant programs that make targeted investments based on a Development Continuum.
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What makes a good project?
MassDevelopment will be accepting applications for funding in the eligible use categories described in the program guidelines and summarized below:
About Us
advancing the science of water ®
Who We Are
The Water Research Foundation (WRF) is the leading research organization advancing the science of all water to meet the evolving needs of its subscribers and the water sector. WRF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, educational organization that funds, manages, and publishes research on the technology, operation, and management of drinking water, wastewater, reuse, and stormwater systems—all in pursuit of ensuring water quality and improving water services to the public.
5430 - Unlocking Value and Opportunities from Carbon Flows in Water Utilities
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About Us
advancing the science of water ®
Who We Are
The Water Research Foundation (WRF) is the leading research organization advancing the science of all water to meet the evolving needs of its subscribers and the water sector. WRF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, educational organization that funds, manages, and publishes research on the technology, operation, and management of drinking water, wastewater, reuse, and stormwater systems—all in pursuit of ensuring water quality and improving water services to the public.
5411 - Practical Playbook for Adaptive Utility Capital Improvement Planning Under Deep Uncertainty
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About Us
advancing the science of water ®
Who We Are
The Water Research Foundation (WRF) is the leading research organization advancing the science of all water to meet the evolving needs of its subscribers and the water sector. WRF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, educational organization that funds, manages, and publishes research on the technology, operation, and management of drinking water, wastewater, reuse, and stormwater systems—all in pursuit of ensuring water quality and improving water services to the public.
5418 - Optimizing PFAS Treatment Systems for Multi-contaminant Removal and Operational Benefits
Project Objectives
About Us
advancing the science of water ®
Who We Are
The Water Research Foundation (WRF) is the leading research organization advancing the science of all water to meet the evolving needs of its subscribers and the water sector. WRF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, educational organization that funds, manages, and publishes research on the technology, operation, and management of drinking water, wastewater, reuse, and stormwater systems—all in pursuit of ensuring water quality and improving water services to the public.
5426 - Investigation of Non-Point Sources of PFAS in Sewersheds and Potential Mitigation Strategies
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About Us
advancing the science of water ®
Who We Are
The Water Research Foundation (WRF) is the leading research organization advancing the science of all water to meet the evolving needs of its subscribers and the water sector. WRF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, educational organization that funds, manages, and publishes research on the technology, operation, and management of drinking water, wastewater, reuse, and stormwater systems—all in pursuit of ensuring water quality and improving water services to the public.
5416 - Innovative Approaches to Extend Lifetime and Minimize O&M for Nature-based Installations
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About Us
advancing the science of water ®
Who We Are
The Water Research Foundation (WRF) is the leading research organization advancing the science of all water to meet the evolving needs of its subscribers and the water sector. WRF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, educational organization that funds, manages, and publishes research on the technology, operation, and management of drinking water, wastewater, reuse, and stormwater systems—all in pursuit of ensuring water quality and improving water services to the public.
5415 - Guidelines to Develop Best-In-Class Maintenance Strategies for Vertical Assets
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Uncommon — grants in this category are less prevalent than in others.
Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Worcester grants for Nonprofits?
Most grants are due in the first quarter.
What's the typical grant amount funded for Worcester Grants for Nonprofits?
Grants are most commonly $5,500.