Ashland Cultural Council
The mission of the Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC) and its Local Cultural Council (LCC) partners is to promote excellence, access, education and diversity in the arts, humanities and interpretive sciences, in order to improve the quality of life for all Massachusetts residents and to contribute to the economic vitality of our communities. ACC’s cultural projects take place in schools, community centers, libraries, elder care facilities, town halls, parks, and wherever communities come together.
Contact
ashlandculturalcouncil@ashlandmass.com
508-881-0100
Address
101 Main Street
Ashland, MA 01721-1191
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Application Information
FY26 Allocation
$10,500
FY26 Local Priorities
Bring ACC-branded programming and scholarships to Ashland-pilot signature events, workshops, and micro-scholarships that expand access for youth and emerging creators.
Inform the community about ACC-sponsored (and partner) events and programs in Ashland and beyond.
Center community input on high-impact local projects, ensuring a wide range of diverse voices are heard.
Connect with local artists through ongoing networking, outreach, and research.
Build creative networks within Ashland and neighboring communities to spark collaboration.
Be the trusted hub for upcoming arts events and opportunities in the area.
Embed inclusivity so marginalized individuals and communities feel welcomed, represented, and integrated.
Grow ACC awareness and talent – promote our work, recruit diverse members, and strengthen our volunteer pipeline.
FY26 Local Guidelines
Support Ashland’s Arts: Priority to projects held in Town that directly benefit Ashland residents.
Fresh ideas encouraged: We actively seek new applicants and new projects each grant season.
Right place, right access: Choose venues accessible to the target audience (e.g., after-school projects near schools; senior projects reachable for non-drivers).
Be specific: Include confirmed date(s) and location(s).
Keep it affordable: Projects should be free or low-cost for Ashland residents.
Be transparent: Provide a clear budget/cost breakdown with the application.
How Grant Recipients Are Paid
Reimbursement Grants
FY25 Funding List
| Name | Project Title | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Applefield, Janet | Combating Hate and Prejudice | $450 | Ashland Music Association, Inc. | Ashland Music Association Winter Fair | $750 | Bean, Cara | Ashland Comics Camp | $525 | Burba Horgan, Allison | Ash Hop Porchfest | $750 | Eversley, Jamaal | Real F.R.I.E.N.D.S with Hopkinton Center for The Arts | $750 | MUSIC Dance.edu | Hip Hop Chair Dance for Seniors! | $250 | Moon, Grace Soonjoo | Stone Park Music Festival | $1,000 | Newman, Howard | Musical Baseball Show | $400 | Polatin, David | "Women Singers of the British Invasion” | $500 | Silvia, Elizabeth | The Mike and Beth Cabaret Show | $350 | Southeastern Massachusetts Community Wind Symphony, Inc. | Band Concert | $650 | The Friends of the Ashland Public Library, Inc | The Poop Museum | $600 | Town of Ashland | Dragonfly Street Faire 2025 | $1,145 | Waterman, Jon | Live Music Making History Live - "Popular Music and Veterans" | $400 |
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