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A way to find your next contest, artist residency, call to artists, publication, and more. We publish a new roundup every week, so check back often.

Ducky Artist Opportunities

January 27, 2026 Leave a Comment

Of Note: Local Engagement 101 for Local Cultural Councils, Tribal Cultural Councils, and Cultural Districts  Join MASSCreative and the Mass Cultural Council for a webinar on Wednesday, February 4th at 5:30 PM about the ways that Local Cultural Councils, Tribal Cultural Councils, and Cultural Districts can take advantage of Advocacy Week to advance their priorities.  Learn more … [Read more...]

Downhill Artist Opportunities

January 20, 2026 Leave a Comment

Cross Sector Resource: Massachusetts Attorney General Guidance: Know Your Rights: ICE Enforcement A Guide for Immigrants, Families, and Communities. Of Note: MASSCreative is hosting a free webinar: Art & Democracy: Where We Are And Where We're Going, Wednesday, January 21, 2026 from 12:00PM 1:00PM on Zoom. The webinar will present a a crash course in arts policy and … [Read more...]

Winterized Artist Opportunities

January 13, 2026 Leave a Comment

Urvashi Vaid Changemakers Fund Applications are currently being accepted for this grant to fund programs or projects that activate communities on Outer Cape Cod (Provincetown – Orleans) around shared challenges and that creatively build relationships across differences. Named after and based on the activism of Urvashi Vaid, the Changemakers Fund will support programs and … [Read more...]

Playing Around with Artist Opportunities

January 6, 2026 Leave a Comment

Of Note, Cross Sector Resources: Business Resources for Creatives & Entrepreneurs – Mass Cultural Council Walker Youngbird Foundation – Emerging Native Arts Grant This twice-annual $15,000 grant provides funding, mentorship, and a curated showcase to early-career Native artists who are honoring tradition while boldly shaping the future of contemporary Indigenous art. … [Read more...]

Drawing Out Artist Opportunities

December 30, 2025 Leave a Comment

Call to Artists, Performers, Cultural Organizations Request for Proposals (RFPs) are open for artists, cultural organizations, and creative businesses to apply to perform or exhibit during Creative Sector Day at the State House on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Performances and displays will be open to the public from 1 - 3 PM, and all selected participants will receive a $300 stipend … [Read more...]

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