Artist and business owner Amanda Beard Garcia on shaping meaningful local collaborations Creative entrepreneurs – artists, designers, performers, makers, cultural innovators – are business owners who generate revenue, employ workers, pay taxes, and strengthen local and state economies. As part of our series on Creative Entrepreneurialism, we spoke with Amanda Beard Garcia, … [Read more...]
Chiseled Artist Opportunities
Cross-Sector Resource: Need food? A local food bank can help you put food on your table so you don't go hungry. Find a local food bank. Greater Lowell Artists Wanted for the Arts Elevate Training Program The Greater Lowell Community Foundation invites greater Lowell artists to join Arts Elevate's Artist Training Program, a comprehensive training experience that prepares … [Read more...]
Artist Opportunities for All
New: A People's Guide to the Revolution In celebration of the nation's 250th anniversary, Mass Humanities is publishing a monthly series called “A People’s Guide to the Revolution,” a special newsletter created by their staff, board, and the communities they support. Check out their website and social media platforms for upcoming events, original essays, and digital media that … [Read more...]
Budding Artist Opportunities
New England States Touring Grant The New England States Touring (NEST) funds public performances, readings, and screenings of work by regional artists presented by New England-based nonprofit organizations. Learn more. Deadline: April 1, 2026 Grant for Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Film, and Literature The 2027 Creative Capital Open Call seeks proposals from individual … [Read more...]
Lucky Artist Opportunities
Register for a Spring Grant Celebration The Mass Cultural Council's regional grant celebrations continue! Register and join us in marking the Commonwealth's investments in the cultural sector: Hampden County - March 23, 2026: 1-3pm in Holyoke; Bristol County - March 30, 2026: 1-3pm in New Bedford; Worcester County - May 8, 2026: 1-3pm in Fitchburg; Berkshire County - May 15, … [Read more...]