Berkshire First Five: Let's Get Creative!

October 10, 2023

The First Five from Berkshire Funding Focus includes a mix of content for nonprofits, municipalities, schools, and businesses.  See the BFF website for more - or contact kpelto@berkshireplanning.org.

1

Federal Grants

The National Endowment for the Humanities Media Projects grants fund Development and Production activities for radio, podcasts, and documentary films. Public Humanities Projects grants support public programming.

2

State Grants

The Massachusetts Cultural Council's Cultural Facilities Fund application opens on October 12, 2023 and their STARS Residencies application deadline is October 24, 2023.

3

Training

Health & Wellness through Creativity

Mass Cultural Council CultureRx: Social Prescription Program

Monday, October 23 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in person

Community Music School of Springfield

Learn about Arts on Prescription, a roadmap for communities to develop programs that integrate arts, culture, and nature resources into local health and social care systems.

Register Here

4

Information Session

Cultural Facilities Fund

Massachusetts Cultural Council

Wednesday, October 18 at 10:00 a.m. online

A presentation on the FY24 program guidelines and application process for potential applicants, with time for questions.

Register Here

5

Grants and Equity Advocacy

Check out MASSCreative's Action Network and priorities to support a stronger and more equitable creative sector in Massachusetts.

About Berkshire Funding Focus

Berkshire Funding Focus (BFF), a regional initiative housed at BRPC, supports Berkshire County towns, businesses, nonprofits, and schools seeking state and federal funds to aid with recovery and rebuilding efforts. Learn more here: www.berkshirefundingfocus.org.

 

Have questions? Contact Recovery Grant Specialist Karen Pelto. We look forward to helping you find opportunities and resources that are right for your municipality or school.

Berkshire Funding Focus

www.berkshirefundingfocus.org