Sudbury Cultural Council
Established in 1982 as part of a statewide program to develop cultural programs in local communities, the Sudbury Cultural Council (SCC) supports and promotes community originated projects and activities in the arts, humanities, and sciences that benefit the residents of Sudbury. The SCC’s vision is to foster a vibrant and inclusive cultural landscape and to promote community engagement and connection. We welcome grant applications that support local artists and cultural organizations to cultivate a thriving creative community.
The SCC prioritizes programs that take place in Sudbury or where a large portion of the participants are from Sudbury, either as performers, leaders, or audience members. The SCC also considers grant applications for programs in contiguous towns if the applicant can demonstrate a direct benefit to Sudbury residents. We work collaboratively with organizations in the community in helping them develop ideas for programs and events.
Contact
Erica O'Brien, Chair
[email protected]
978-639-3381
https://massculturalcouncil.org/local-council/sudbury/
Address
Sudbury Select Board's Office
278 Old Sudbury Road
Sudbury, MA 01776-1843
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Application Information
FY27 Allocation
$8,600
FY27 Local Priorities
The Sudbury Cultural Council’s vision is to foster a vibrant and inclusive cultural landscape and to promote community engagement and connection.
The Sudbury Cultural Council (SCC) annually welcomes grant applications that support local artists and cultural organizations to cultivate a thriving creative community. Our grantees’ projects and programs encompass a diverse range of endeavors such as performances, lectures, exhibits, heritage preservation projects, events, and educational programs, all designed to enrich the lives and environment of Sudbury residents. Collaboration with community stakeholders, including schools, businesses, and grassroots organizations, strengthens the cultural ecosystem and expands opportunities for collaboration and exchange.
The SCC prioritizes programs that either occur within Sudbury or involve a substantial proportion of the community, whether as project leaders or participants. Furthermore, to cultivate innovation and variety, new applicants and projects are prioritized.
FY27 Local Guidelines
Developing a community endeavor can be a complicated process, and the Sudbury Cultural Council is happy to offer guidance or answer questions about our priorities and guidelines as you are writing your proposal. Please contact us at [email protected].
Applications are due on October 15, 2026.
Applications must meet the following minimum requirements:
– A confirmed venue
– A confirmed date(s) between January 1 and December 31, 2027
– A qualifying discipline (arts, humanities, and interpretive sciences)
– A clear benefit to Sudbury residents and the Sudbury community
– A minimum grant proposal of $250
For more information, please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions at https://sudbury.ma.us/culturalcouncil/
How Grant Recipients Are Paid
Direct 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.