Local Cultural Council Grants Every community in Massachusetts is served by a Local Cultural Council (LCC), led by municipally appointed volunteers who administer an annual grant program to support local cultural projects. Individuals, groups, and organizations may apply. Grant amounts vary and applications are submitted directly to each LCC. Learn more. Deadline: October 16, … [Read more...]
Recent Posts
Recent posts about the creative process, support for individual artists, and new art in Massachusetts.
Beaded Artist Opportunities
A Note from CERF+ regarding Hurricane Helene Response to our friends and families in Florida, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia CERF+ has received dozens of emergency relief grant applications from craft artists in states affected by Hurricane Helene, including Florida, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, and … [Read more...]
Opportunities for Native American and Indigenous Artists and Culture Bearers in Massachusetts
The voices of Native American and Indigenous artists and culture bearers in Massachusetts are vital to our communities, the broader region, and beyond. It’s important that we support them in sharing their stories, preserving traditions, and expressing creativity. In recognition of these voices and their artistic contributions, and in alignment with our Native American & … [Read more...]
Recording Available: Grants for Creative Individuals Info Session
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXgpwKkCV90 Mass Cultural Council staff presented an Information Session about the Grants for Creative Individuals on October 2, 2024. The info session shared general details about the FY25 Grants for Creative Individuals program guidelines, key dates, and staff answered specific questions from attendees. Watch a video recording of the … [Read more...]
Lighthouse Artist Opportunities
Of Note: The CX Conference is a one-day conference for creatives, by creatives. Connect, engage, and be inspired at this year's conference on Wednesday, October 23rd at the Cotuit Center for the Arts. Featuring live performances, a keynote speech by Dr. Tasha Golden, and interactive panel discussions geared towards anyone interested in or working in the arts, this year's … [Read more...]