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Universal Participation Initiative (Innovation Fund) is sponsored by Mass Cultural Council. This initiative provides annual grants to UP Designated Organizations in Massachusetts' cultural sector to support projects that advance accessibility, inclusion, and the removal of barriers for people of all abilities. Funding is for planning, implementing, and evaluating accessible goods, services, programs, and policies.
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Search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Only current UP Designated Organizations in Massachusetts' cultural sector are eligible to apply for the Innovation Fund. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $5,000 annual grant per organization. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Universal Participation Initiative (Innovation Fund) are due October 1, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Universal Participation Initiative (Innovation Fund) is funded by Mass Cultural Council. 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.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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