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Est.

1974

Fiscal Year Start

Nov 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Massachusetts Foundation for the Humanities & Public Policy, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking in Massachusetts, having distributed a total of $963.2K to 300 grantees in 2024. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages in a relationship-based, invitation-only grantmaking process. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

To provide funding and services to support and foster an environment so the humanities can thrive.
Total Funding Given
$963.2K
2024
Grantees funded
300
Multi-year grantees
28%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
52
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10.2K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
B
Brian Boyles
Board Member
A
Aaron Vega
Board Member
K
Kristin McGurn
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Massachusetts Foundation for the Humanities & Public Policy, Inc.?
No. Massachusetts Foundation for the Humanities & Public Policy, Inc. does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Massachusetts Foundation for the Humanities & Public Policy, Inc. give?
Massachusetts Foundation for the Humanities & Public Policy, Inc. primarily gives to organizations located in Massachusetts, District Of Columbia, and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Massachusetts Foundation for the Humanities & Public Policy, Inc.’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Massachusetts Foundation for the Humanities & Public Policy, Inc. fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Massachusetts Foundation for the Humanities & Public Policy, Inc. make each year?
In 2024, Massachusetts Foundation for the Humanities & Public Policy, Inc. awarded about 50 grants, totaling nearly $963 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Massachusetts Foundation for the Humanities & Public Policy, Inc. fund recently?
In 2024, Massachusetts Foundation for the Humanities & Public Policy, Inc. awarded grants to about 230 grantees. Recent grantees include AFRICAN CULTURAL SERVICES INC, UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS LOWELL, and LOCAL ACCESS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Massachusetts Foundation for the Humanities & Public Policy, Inc.?
Massachusetts Foundation for the Humanities & Public Policy, Inc. does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.