The First Five from Berkshire Funding Focus includes a mix of content for nonprofits, municipalities, schools, and businesses. See the BFF websitefor more - or contact kpelto@berkshireplanning.org.
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Federal Grants
The National Historical Publications and Records Commission seeks proposals to publish online editions of historical records, especially those that center the voices and document the history of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.
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State Grants
Artists, performers, designers, filmmakers, writers, and other creative practitioners can apply for $5,000 Grants for Creative Individuals by December 11, 2023 from the Massachusetts Cultural Council.
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Grant Webinar
Grants for Creative Individuals: Application Process
Massachusetts Cultural Council
Tuesday, December 5 at 5:00 p.m. online
Live captions, live ASL interpretation, and live Spanish translation will be provided.
MA Executive Office of Technology Services and Security
Wednesday, December 6 from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. REGISTER
Wednesday, December 13 from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. REGISTER
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Grants and Equity Advocacy
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is seeking comments on a Programmatic Environmental Assessment for the Organic Market Development Grant Program. Comments are due by December 20, 2023.
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.
