SALEM CULTURAL COUNCIL SEEKS PROJECT PROPOSALS TO FUND!

 

SALEM CULTURAL COUNCIL SEEKS PROJECT PROPOSALS TO FUND!

 

Salem – The Salem Cultural Council (SCC) is pleased to announce the launch of its 2027 Grant Cycle.

 

Community-oriented arts, humanities, and interpretive science programs, organizations, schools, and individuals seeking funding to support cultural activities in the community of Salem MA are welcome to apply.

• The grant cycle opens Sep 1, 2026
• Proposals are due, via the online application portal, by 11:59pm on Thursday, Oct 15, 2026.
• All SCC funded projects must be completed within the 2027 calendar year (Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2027).

 

This year, the Salem Cultural Council will distribute approximately $30,500 in grants. Previously funded projects can be found at https://massculturalcouncil.org/local-council/salem/.

 

Council Co-chair Ian McLeod shared that SCC just updated its guidelines and funding priorities for this grant cycle and encourages applicants to review those updates and align their proposals accordingly. He shared that  SCC grants will support a variety of art and culture projects and activities that serve and inspire Salem, MA, such as exhibits, installations, festivals, field trips, short-term artist residencies, school performances, workshops, and lectures.

 

TO LEARN MORE about this year’s key grant cycle dates, SCC’s updated funding goals and priorities, and how to apply, visit the Salem Cultural Council webpage.

 

TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION: visit https://massculturalcouncil.smartsimple.com

 

HAVE QUESTIONS?

• Mass Cultural Council is hosting a free, public Q&A session for potential applicants on Thursday. Sep. 10 @ 6:00 pm. (Registration required)
• Find example application forms, FAQs, and more information about the Local Cultural Council Program are available online at https://massculturalcouncil.org/communities/local-cultural-council-program/application-process

 

The Salem Cultural Council is part of a network of over 333 Local Cultural Councils (LCCs) and Tribal Cultural Councils (TCCs)  serving all 351 cities and towns in the Commonwealth. The LCC Program is the largest grassroots cultural funding network in the nation, supporting thousands of community-based projects in the arts, sciences, and humanities every year. The state legislature provides an annual appropriation to Mass Cultural Council, a state agency, which then allocates funds to each community.

 

For additional information about this grant opportunity or about joining the Salem Cultural Council, contact SalemCulturalCouncil@salem.com

 

About City of Salem Arts & Culture

The City of Salem is committed to enriching and  enlivening the urban environment through showcasing innovative & transformative works of art in all media and modalities. With a focus on working with local artists, especially those historically underrepresented, we seek to foster greater community awareness of & interaction with the arts and celebrate diversity in all its forms. Our goal is to nurture diversity & creativity; foster a sense of community pride & belonging; and enhance the quality of life for all.

The Salem Cultural Council is one of several programs supported by the City in service of artists, creatives and the community.  Learn more at https://www.salem.com/arts-culture.