Harvard Cultural Council

The Harvard Cultural Council’s purpose is to promote and support the vitality of the cultural resources within the Harvard community. A wide variety of activities considered for annual grant funding include community gatherings such as concerts, plays and festivals; arts, science and environmental education in the schools and at the public library; projects focusing on local history and diversity, restoration and preservation.

Contact

Marijke Vallaeys
harvardculturalcouncil@gmail.com
650-533-0360

Address
Harvard Town Hall
13 Ayer Road
Harvard, MA 01451-1458

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Application Information

FY26 Allocation

$6,200

FY26 Local Priorities

The Harvard Cultural Council gathers input from the community on a regular basis and develops funding priorities based on this feedback. Based on feedback from the periodic surveys, the HCC local priorities are as follows:
We encourage submissions in the areas of artistic performances of any kind, local historic programs, and other projects clearly within the guidelines of the Massachusetts Cultural Council.
We focus on events and activities that take place in Harvard and serve Harvard residents. We strongly encourage applicants to partner with a local Harvard sponsor before applying.
Also note that applications for general operating expenses, fund scholarships or (non-municipal) capital expenses will not be considered.
All applications must be made online; no paper applications will be considered, according to the state policy.

FY26 Local Guidelines

All applications must be postmarked by October 16 . Late applications will not be considered. Applications from organizations and individuals based in Harvard and surrounding towns are given priority. Applicants not affiliated with a local or regional organization must include a letter of support from a Harvard-based partner organization confirming performance date and venue. Applicants are encouraged to contact the council co-chairs for assistance if needed.

How Grant Recipients Are Paid

Reimbursement Grants

FY26 Funding List

A grant list will be published here after January 17, 2026 and once the Local Cultural Council has finalized their decisions.