The Mass Cultural Council has announced Methuen Cultural Council Grant Program to bring more art, theater, music and cultural highlights to the City of Methuen.
Donor Name: Mass Cultural Council
State: Massachusetts
City: Methuen
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 10/17/2022
Size of the Grant: $37,700
Details:
2023 Local Priorities
To support public projects through the regranting of the annual allocation of funds from the Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC). These projects shall promote access, education, diversity, and excellence in the arts, humanities, and interpretive sciences in Bedford.
Preference is given to
- Methuen residents and organizations
- Nonprofit organizations
- Projects involving local artists
- Projects which encourage community-wide participation in the arts, cultural events, graphic arts, fine arts, music, dance, theater, writing, nature, science and environmental education
- Projects which encourage participation by audiences of all ages including multi-generational cultural programs
- Projects highlighting Methuen’s history and institutions
- Projects celebrating cultural diversity and inclusivity
- First time funding of projects
Funding Information
Grant amount: $37,700
Local Guidelines
- First-time applicants, local artists and presenters are encouraged to apply.
- Non-resident individuals or organizations:
- If your program occurs in Methuen, you must have a predetermined local sponsor and a letter from the sponsor with your application. The letter should specify the type and level of support that the sponsor will provide. The application must identify the venue as either in-person or virtual. Virtual programs must be managed by the sponsor.
- If your program does NOT occur in Methuen, you must have a supporting letter from a resident that explains how your program will benefit Methuen residents.
- Applications must be completed online and include a complete budget.
- Any changes to an approved project must be submitted to the council in advance for review.
- Publicity must contain the following acknowledgement: “This program is supported in part by a grant from the Methuen Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.”
- Approved grantees must advertise event(s) in local Methuen media.
For more information, visit MCC.
