Grants Available for Artists, Writers, Performers, Educators & Organizations
8/2/2018 • 5 years ago
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Cambridge Arts is now accepting applications for our 2018-2019 grant cycle. We make annual financial awards to support projects by individual artists and organizations as well as to support access to professional arts and culture events for Cambridge youth. There's no fee to apply. Please see our grant guidelines for more information: cambridgeartscouncil.org/grants. Deadline to apply: Monday, Oct. 15, 2018, at 11:59 p.m.
Deadline for Eligibility Letters for Projects involving Cambridge Public Schools or Public Art: Friday, Sept. 14, 2018, at noon.
This cycle, the City of Cambridge and the Mass Cultural Council, as part of its statewide Local Cultural Council program, together are anticipated to invest over $70,000 in the Cambridge Arts Grant Program. “With robust financial support, the City of Cambridge demonstrates our deep commitment to supporting the vital role of arts in our community,” says Jason Weeks, Executive Director of the Cambridge Arts Council.
Applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted.
Grant Program Information Session & Introduction to Online Application
Monday, Aug. 13, 2018, 6-8 p.m.
Cambridge City Hall Annex, Community Conference Room
344 Broadway, 2nd floor.
Free.
Grant Writing Workshop
Monday, Sept. 17, 2018, 6-8 p.m.
Cambridge City Hall Annex, Community Conference Room
344 Broadway, 2nd floor
Free. Prior review panelists and Cambridge Arts staff provide insight into the grant review process and tips for preparing a successful application. Individual coaching provided for applicants who bring a draft of their grant proposal. Advance registration is required. RSVP to jkitchen@cambridgema.gov by Sept. 12, 2018.
Applicants are also encouraged to take advantage of the Mass Cultural Council’s webinars and live training sessions. Contact the Mass Cultural Council directly for more information:
https://www.mass-culture.org/lcc_public.aspx.
Online application submission help is available. Please email or call Jannie Kitchen, Community Arts Administrator, to schedule an appointment: jkitchen@cambridgema.gov or 617-349-4385.
Cambridge Arts also offers one-on-one counseling to guide applicants through the grant proposal writing process. Email or call Director of Community Arts, Julie Barry, to set up an appointment: jbarry@cambridgema.gov or 617-349-4381.