Making it Public This opportunity for municipalities to apply to have a staff person participate in a 5-week virtual training and receive a $15,000 grant to support public art in their community. The deadline for applications is Tuesday, November 15th. 

APR Program Application - The Agricultural Preservation Restriction (APR) Program accepts applications year round and they score quarterly. Why wait to the quarterly deadline which is fast approaching (November 30th). Start the process early by speaking with an APR field representative as soon as possible. Contact Michele Padula - APR Acquisition for Northern Worcester, Franklin, and Northern Berkshire Counties. 617-921-0051, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

New Round of Cultural Facilities Fund Grants Available- grants supporting the sound planning and development of cultural facilities. Opens: Oct. 13, 2022. Deadline: Feb. 2, 2023.

Gaming Mitigation - funding to performing art centers affected by casino gaming in Massachusetts. Opens: Oct. 19. Deadline: Dec. 8.

Festivals & Projects - $2,500 grants to support public programming efforts. Opens: Oct. 25. Deadline: Dec. 15.