Berkley Cultural Council
The Berkley Cultural Council works to promote excellence, inclusion, education and diversity in the arts, humanities and sciences to foster a rich cultural life for all Berkley residents and thereby contribute to the vitality of our community and economy. We are solely supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. NOTE: WE ARE NOT A DIRECT GRANT COUNCIL
Contact
Eden Jones
berkleyculturalcouncil@gmail.com
508-245-2866
https://www.townofberkleyma.com/cultural-council
Address
1 North Main Street
Berkley, MA 02779
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FY22 Allocation
$6,200
FY22 Local Priorities
Proposals are evaluated by the following criteria:
* Benefit to the community
* Quality of the activity
* Clarity of the proposal
* Evidence of planning
* Previous program success of the sponsoring group.
The Council encourages new and innovative programs. Repetitive programs will be carefully reviewed and should include other sources of support to show the project is not dependent solely on Council funding.
Funding is more likely when an application is submitted with a town sponsor.
FY22 Local Guidelines
Application forms are available on line where applicants must complete the form and submit it on line by the October deadline. The Berkley Public Library offers access to the Internet and will be available to help access the online application during regular library hours. NOTE: PAPER APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Programs must be specifically described with the names, artist fees, qualifications of the individual(s) leading the activity. Supporting documentation is optional and is not to exceed three pages. If submitting more than one application, please PRIORITIZE THEM.
All in person events must be held at physically accessible facilities. Events can also be held virtually.
School-related proposals must be for enrichment activities and not for programs, supplies, or salaries that should be part of the school budget.
Disapproved grant recipients will receive their notification approximately two months after the October deadline. Approximately three months after the October deadline, the Berkley Cultural Council will confirm funding with successful applicants.
Applicants have one year from the date of final approval to complete their project and apply for reimbursement. Extensions may be requested in writing but are not automatically granted.
How Grant Recipients Are Paid
Reimbursement Grants
FY22 Funding List
| Name | Project Title | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| MUSIC Dance.edu | Hip Hop Dance Chair Exercise for Seniors! | $200 |
| Edward L. Cope, Jr. | Aerodynamics STEM Workshop | $450 |
| Town of Berkley | Lunch on the Farm (entertainment) | $400 |
| Berkley Community School | Mad Science | $779 |
| Taunton Civic Chorus, Inc. | “The British Invasion” and “One Starry Night” | $200 |
| Berkley Middle School | Berkley Middle School Winter/Spring Musical Theater Productions | $500 |
| Old Colony Historical Society | Passport to History 2022 | $150 |
| Berkley Historical Society, Inc. | History At Play | $450 |
| Berkley Historical Society, Inc. | The British Are Coming! | $600 |
| Berkley Public Library | Challenge! Trivia with the Trivia Brothers | $600 |
| Friends of Dighton Rock Museum, Inc. | Stories of the Season | $350 |
| Friends of Dighton Rock Museum, Inc. | Roger Williams Park Zoomobile visit at Dighton Rock | $350 |
| NoteAble Blend Chorus | A capella Concert | $200 |
| Friends of the Berkley Council on Aging, Inc. | 4th of July Celebration and concert on the common | $300 |
| Ruth Harcocvitz | SONGS OF WORLD WAR II | $550 |
