Foundations that fund museums and historical organizations in Massachusetts

National Trust for Historic Preservation in the United States — 10 grants to 9 organizations, median $16,250, largest $250,000. That is 46% of its Massachusetts giving. Last grant here 2022. Public charity — application process varies.

Massachusetts Foundation for the Humanities & Public Policy Inc — 35 grants to 30 organizations, median $10,000, largest $40,000. That is 19% of its Massachusetts giving. Last grant here 2022. Public charity — application process varies.

Fidelity Non-Profit Management Foundation — 28 grants to 17 organizations, median $750,000, largest $5,000,000. That is 14% of its Massachusetts giving. Last grant here 2023. Public charity — application process varies.

Terra Foundation for American Art — 7 grants to 3 organizations, median $10,000, largest $1,000,000. That is 47% of its Massachusetts giving. Last grant here 2022. Accepts applications; deadlines on its website.

Wyeth Foundation for American Art — 3 grants to 3 organizations, median $25,000, largest $1,996,605. That is 60% of its Massachusetts giving. Last grant here 2023. Accepts applications, usually due Dec 15.

Upper Housatonic Valley National Heritage Area Inc — 5 grants to 3 organizations, median $24,260, largest $67,031. That is 46% of its Massachusetts giving. Last grant here 2021. Public charity — application process varies.

Im Richard a Heald Fund — 13 grants to 4 organizations, median $2,000, largest $3,000. That is 19% of its Massachusetts giving. Last grant here 2024. Accepts applications any time.

Methuen Festival of Trees Inc — 5 grants to 4 organizations, median $10,000, largest $10,000. That is 26% of its Massachusetts giving. Last grant here 2023. Public charity — application process varies.

The Henry Luce Foundation Inc — 11 grants to 7 organizations, median $125,000, largest $350,000. That is 14% of its Massachusetts giving. Last grant here 2023. Accepts applications; deadlines on its website.

Jane and Jack Fitzpatrick Trust — 9 grants to 6 organizations, median $20,000, largest $55,000. That is 15% of its Massachusetts giving. Last grant here 2023. Accepts applications; deadlines on its website.