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Find similar grantsBasic Human Needs Grants is sponsored by Sincere Foundation. Awards grants to Massachusetts nonprofits addressing basic needs like food security, housing stability, and safe spaces.
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Let's get to the heart of it. To be eligible for a grant, organizations must: Be a registered 501(c)3 organization within the USA Provide services within Massachusetts Have a total operating budget of $25 million or less Be aligned with Sincere Foundation’s funding priorities Organizations may apply for funding from Sincere Foundation once per calendar year. If your proposal is rejected, you may reapply the following calendar year.
If your organization is funded two years in a row, you must wait one calendar year to reapply. Grant requests of up to $25,000 will be considered and reviewed for the following: The impact of the requested grant on the organization and/or project/program to be funded The financial size and strength of the organization Applicants are encouraged to discuss their needs with Foundation staff prior to submitting a full proposal.
Written inquiries and concept papers are welcome. Grant proposals will be reviewed on the following schedule: Ready to submit a grant proposal? Review Application Guidelines Sincere Foundation does not fund events, scholarships, religious organizations, grants to individuals or municipalities, political groups/parties, or lobbying of any kind.
The Foundation will also not fund any organization that discriminates on the basis or race, religion, creed, disability, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, or veteran status. Discrimination of any kind is at odds with our mission to support organizations that promote thriving communities. Sincere Foundation is proud to support the following organizations and programs.
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bostonareagleaners. org www. cradlestocrayons.
org/boston interfaithsocialservices. org www. metrowestmediationservices.
org www. ourneighborstable. org www.
overlookfarmrutland. org www. thepeoplespantrygb.
org www. somervillehomelesscoalition. org www.
treehousefoundation. net Executive Director, Sincere Foundation Rebecca has put a lifetime of heart into humanitarianism, activism, and stewardship. In her role as Executive Director, she leads grant review for Sincere Foundation and is excited to collaborate with organizations that do critical work in their communities.
Prior to joining the Foundation, Rebecca led fundraising efforts for non-profits in the Greater Boston area. She has a degree in Women's Studies and Sociology from Mount Holyoke College. Program Manager, Sincere Foundation Julia’s heart is full when she is in service of others.
She has dedicated many years to volunteerism and community service. As Program Manager she works alongside Rebecca and the Grant Review Committee to fund Massachusetts nonprofit organizations that address basic needs. Prior to joining the Foundation, Julia worked in higher education publishing.
She has a degree in English with a minor in Writing and Women's Studies from Providence College. Please feel free to send us an email for more information about Sincere Foundation or our grant application process. We will be happy to connect with you.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofits in Massachusetts addressing basic needs. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Basic Human Needs Grants is funded by Sincere Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Massachusetts. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.