MassNextGen

MassNextGen sits under the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center and supports underrepresented life sciences entrepreneurs in Massachusetts. It is a year-long package that combines non-dilutive grant funding with lab bench space, executive coaching, mentorship, and an investor showcase. The 2026 cycle opened on March 16 and closed on June 12 at 1 p.m. EST. Eligible founders included women; Arab American, Middle Eastern and North African American; Asian American, Pacific Islander, Native Hawaiian; Black, African American, Afro Caribbean; Hispanic, Hispanic American, Latinx/Latin; Indigenous, Native American, First Nation; LGBTQIA+; people with apparent or non-apparent disabilities; neurodiverse founders; refugees, immigrants, migrants; socially disadvantaged founders; and veterans. The strongest fit is a Massachusetts company led by a CEO or equivalent who can commit to in-person coaching and keep the business in good standing with the state. The program is less a one-off grant than a year of structured operating support for founders who need access, mentorship, and a visible investor-facing finish.

Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.