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
[email protected]
650-533-0360
Address
Harvard Town Hall
13 Ayer Road
Harvard, MA 01451-1458
Connect on Social
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Application Information
FY27 Allocation
$6,300
FY27 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:
Applications from organizations and individuals based in Harvard and surrounding towns are given priority.
We focus on events and activities that take place in Harvard and serve Harvard residents.
We encourage submissions in the areas of artistic performances of any kind, local historic programs, and other projects clearly within the guidelines of Mass Cultural Council.
FY27 Local Guidelines
Applications must be submitted online through Mass Cultural Council’s Grants Management System by Oct. 15, 2026. Late applications will not be considered.
Applicants not affiliated with a local or regional organization must include a letter of support from a Harvard-based partner organization confirming the performance date and venue. We strongly encourage applicants to partner with a local Harvard sponsor before applying.
Also note that applications for general operating expenses, funding scholarships, or (non-municipal) capital expenses will not be considered.
Applicants are encouraged to contact the council co-chairs for assistance if needed.
How Grant Recipients Are Paid
Reimbursement Grants
FY27 Funding List
A grant list will be published here after January 15, 2027 and once the Local Cultural Council has finalized their decisions.