Cultural Council Fall 2026 Grant Cycle
At a glance
- What: The Cultural Council's current local grant cycle: applications close October 15, 2026, with a total grant allowance of $45,900.
- Where it stands: The council set its scoring rules on October 8; it will vote on which projects to fund in November and set dollar amounts in December.
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Log
2026-10-08 - Cultural Council
As of the meeting, 29 applications totaling about $100,000 had been submitted, with 18 more in draft; the total grant allowance is $45,900, up about $1,300 from last year. Each member scores applications independently on a 1-5 scale in four categories (up to 20 points). By unanimous voice vote (no count stated) the council agreed to discuss only projects scoring 60 points or higher and to average submitted scores to fill in for any member who does not submit scores. A high score shows interest but does not guarantee the full amount requested. Denied applicants get a letter with a reason and 30 days to dispute with the state Cultural Council. The council also voted unanimously by voice to change the payee of a previously approved $2,100 reimbursement for a Revere High School camera project from the school to the person who incurred the expense.
- 2026-11-05 - Cultural Council - Review of grants received; those below the score threshold are cut. Also raised at 2026-11-05 - Human Rights Commission (grant submission).