Rehoboth Cultural Council Opens 2017 Grant Cycle

Grant applications will be accepted from September 1 through October 17, 2016.”

Do you have a cultural program or project to share with your community? Funding is available for qualified programs and projects. The Rehoboth Cultural Council, an arm of the Massachusetts Cultural Council, announces the opening of the 2017 grant cycle. Grant money will be available to fund programs and projects that promote the arts, humanities and social sciences.
How does the grant process work? Grant applications will be accepted from September 1 through October 17, 2016. Beginning this year, grant applications will be submitted online. As we transition to online submissions, the RCC will accept paper applications for this year. Online submissions are preferred. Programs must be completed between January 1, 2017 and December 31, 2017. Grants are awarded on a reimbursement basis. Applicants should include a letter of support from their host agency or venue with their application. Teachers are encouraged to apply for grants which will help to defray the cost of field trips to cultural events. Applications must be postmarked by October 17, 2016.
Wondering if your program or project qualifies? Volunteers from the Rehoboth Cultural Council will be available at the Blanding Library to assist potential grant recipients with the application process. Information sessions will be held on Wednesday, September 7 from 1-3 p.m. and Monday, September 12 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the Blanding Library on Bay State Road. If you are unable to attend either information session, you may contact Maureen Whittemore @ 508-252-5860 or Connie Wenzel-Jordan @ 508-252-9466. Information and grant applications may be found on our website (www.mass-culture.org/Rehoboth).
Are you interested in promoting the arts in your community? The Council is actively seeking new members with an interest in promoting the arts in the local community. RCC meetings are held at the Blanding Library on Monday evenings at 6:00 p.m. Our next meeting will be held on Monday, November 7.Meeting dates are posted at Town Hall and online at Rehoboth Now. We look forward to hearing from you!