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Tips on Applying to the Grants for Creative Individuals

September 12, 2024 4 Comments

Photo of a man with a bright smile playing a barril de bomba, a type of drum for playing traditional bomba music.

When applying for a grant - any grant - the first thing to do is to find out what the granting organization wants from its applicants. How will the grant selections be decided? If there is a review process, there may be some aspects that are in your control (like answers to narrative questions or choice of work samples). And there may be aspects that are out of your control … [Read more...]

Nibbling Artist Opportunities

September 10, 2024 Leave a Comment

Of Note: JOIN US this Thursday, September 12 from 12:30-1:30pm for our next Spotlight Series webinar. We'll be partnering with MASSCreative to learn about their Advocacy & Organizing Fellowship. This 12-month advocacy leadership development program for moderately experienced activists and community leaders. Selected fellows will spend one year receiving training, … [Read more...]

Artist Opportunities Sampler

September 3, 2024 Leave a Comment

Vote today September 3, 2024 Massachusetts State Primary Of Note: Artists of all disciplines are encouraged to learn how to apply for a Local Cultural Council Grant (LCC), Register for the LCC online information session on September 5, 2024. Free Grant Writing Workshop in Fall River Fall River Arts and Culture Coalition (FRACC) is offering a free, in-person, hands-on … [Read more...]

Harvesting Artist Opportunities

August 27, 2024 Leave a Comment

Local Cultural Council (LCC) Grants Information Session Thursday Sept. 5 at 6pm. This online session is for applicants to the Local Cultural Council Program. Here you will learn about the LCC Program and how to apply for grants in your community. Recommended for LCC members and applicants. Learn more. Boston Area Leader Training LeadBoston is accepting applicants for their … [Read more...]

Wide-Eyed Artist Opportunities

August 13, 2024 1 Comment

Pre-Production or Early Development Film Funding Through the Moving Image Fund, LEF Foundation supports the work of New England-based filmmakers across all phases of a project's production. The foundation is currently accepting applications for Pre-production ($5,000) and Early Development ($2,500) grants. Learn more about how to apply. Deadline: August 16, 2024 at 11:59pm … [Read more...]

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