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Agency Dates

Mural in Downtown Lynn Cultural District Stay informed about Mass Cultural Council's offerings using Agency Dates, a complete list of key dates and deadlines for grant opportunities, convenings, and events. This page is updated frequently, so check back often.

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House Budget Committee Delivers Historic Funding for Arts & Culture

HWM matches Governor’s $27.35M Recommendation for Mass Cultural Council

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Programs At-a-Glance

FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026

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Opportunities & Resources for Orgs – Apr 26

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A monthly round-up of grants, technical assistance resources, and opportunities for cultural organizations

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Creative Experiences Grants Available to Support Cultural Activities

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Apply now for $2,500 or $5,000 to fund projects in the arts, humanities, or sciences

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$3.57M Awarded through Gaming Mitigation Fund

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Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit and municipal performing arts centers for touring shows or touring artist fees

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The power of culture

Culture lifts the human spirit and makes Massachusetts a better place to live, work, and prosper.

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Culture embraces everyone.

Culture enriches community.

Culture drives growth and opportunity.

Culture empowers a new creative generation.

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What culture does.

When we invest in our cultural life, we invest in our shared future.

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That’s the percent of the state economy the cultural sector represents.

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What we do.

We partner with artists, communities, and organizations to unleash the power of culture across Massachusetts. Find out about all of our programs.

Artists & Creatives

We foster creative expression and bring art to a wider audience.

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Youth

We expand education and put creativity at the center of youth development.

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Communities

We help cities and towns create rich cultural experiences and improve quality of life.

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Organizations

We help cultural organizations grow and engage more people in our communities.

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From the Blog

Connecting Creatives & Entrepreneurs with Business Resources

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State and local offerings available for those looking to start, grow, relocate and/or sustain their creative business

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Arts and Culture Improve Health and Equity

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Cultural participation can be part of a stronger cross-sectoral approach to whole-person health

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Tribal Cultural Council Program Celebrates 2nd Year of Grantmaking

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Funded projects support Tribal cultural priorities, grounded in their sovereignty and right to self-determination

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