Lenox Cultural Council
The Lenox Cultural Council, with funding from the Mass. Cultural Council and the Town of Lenox, awards grants to organizations and individuals to help underwrite projects, programs and events in the arts, humanities, and sciences to foster a rich cultural life for Lenox residents. We are committed to supporting the work of local artists, cultural institutions, schools, and other groups with a focus on making cultural activities accessible and engaging to all. New and innovative projects are encouraged. Applications that provide free or low-cost programs/events will be given priority. The Council is pleased to award funding to programs that fit within the above criteria and that of the Mass. Cultural Council, to the extent the State allocation allows.
Contact
Robin Kimbrough-Melton
[email protected]
864-230-3122
Address
Town Hall
6 Walker Street
Lenox, MA 01240-2767
Application Information
FY27 Allocation
$5,800
FY27 Local Priorities
1. Lenox-based applications are given preference over those from out of town.
2. Priority is given to projects and programs that benefit the Lenox community.
3. Preference is given to applications that are clear and specific about the activities that are being proposed.
4. New applications and innovative proposals are encouraged.
5. Applications that provide free or low-cost programs/events will be given priority.
6. Applications from individuals/organizations that are not Berkshire-based should indicate in the application a Berkshire-based organization as a partner for the program or event.
7. If a program is ongoing, application should provide information on the number of Lenox residents served in the last 3 years.
8. Applicants are encouraged to seek additional funding support for their programs and projects. The LCC is not intended to be the sole source of funding for projects.
9. The Cultural Council gives preference to specific events and programs rather than operational expenses
FY27 Local Guidelines
1. Support the work of local artists, cultural institutions, schools and other groups with a focus on making cultural activities accessible and engaging to all.
2. Underwrite projects, programs and events in the arts, humanities and sciences in order to foster a rich cultural life for Lenox residents.
3. Prioritize applications that provide free or low cost programs or events.
4. Support new and innovative projects.
5. Support the following activities as identified in the 2026 Community Survey as priorities: (a) community-wide gatherings such as festivals, concerts, plays; (b) projects that support local theatre groups; (c) arts education in the schools; (d) projects celebrating local history, cultural diversity; (e) community projects that support professional development of local artists and (f) Nature, science and environmental education projects.
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.