Monson Cultural Council
The mission of the Monson Cultural Council is to bring new and varied programs that will contribute to the vitality of our community. We award funds to projects that will reach the most residents of all ages and create rich cultural experiences.
Contact
strum34@verizon.net
413-267-4101
Address
Monson Town Office Building
110 Main Street
Monson, MA 01057-1348
Application Information
FY25 Allocation
$9,200
FY25 Local Priorities
The MONSON CULTURAL COUNCIL priorities are:
1. Projects must benefit the residents of Monson, be clear in purpose, and reflect careful planning.
2. The project must be held between January and December of the year following the application submission. Example – Applications submitted for October 16, 2024 must be for projects to be completed between January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025.
3. Most importantly, a letter of support / committment is required from the sponsoring organization, artist, or facility stating when and where the event is to be held in Monson.
FY25 Local Guidelines
Applicants should read all of the Local Cultural Counci Program Guidelines prior to filling out an application.
How Grant Recipients Are Paid
Reimbursement Grants
FY24 Funding List
| Name | Project Title | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of the Keep Homestead Museum | Sarah the Fiddler | $500 | Friends of the Keep Homestead Museum | Queen Elizabeth II | $425 | Henderson, Steven I. | The Haverston Mills town meeting | $400 | Kachulis, Nick | Life with Bill: A New Model for Aging. | $500 | Monson Against Violence Everywhere | Art is for Everyone | $150 | Monson Against Violence Everywhere | Women of Heart Celebration | $300 | Monson Cemetery Commission | Cemetery Historical Walk Series | $500 | Monson Free Library and Reading Room Association | Springfield Symphony Orchestra's Musical Petting Zoo | $350 | Monson Free Library and Reading Room Association | LEGO Master Builder Dan Steininger | $425 | Monson Garden Club | Floral Design | $500 | Monson Summerfest, Inc. | Musical Entertainment | $1,000 | Replanting Monson Tree Committee | American Chestnut Informational Mural | $750 | The First Church of Monson | Concert: Sweet Adelines, Millennium Magic | $700 | The Old Post Road Orchestra, Inc. | Summer 2024: Rock Through the Ages | $1,600 | Wings of Song | Rough Seas, Safe Harbor: a concert of choral and instrumental music of the sea | $500 | York, Matt | Matt York - Songs & Stories: Willie Nelson | $550 |
