Nahant Cultural Council
The Nahant Cultural Council’s primary mission is to re-grant Massachusetts Cultural Council state funding to eligible applicants for the purpose of promoting excellence, education, diversity, and inclusion in the arts, humanities, and sciences in our town.
Contact
culturalcouncil@nahant.org
781-581-0088
Address
334 Nahant Road
Nahant, MA 01908-1470
Application Information
FY26 Allocation
TBD
FY26 Local Priorities
a. Programs with a focus on humanities, local art/artists, music/musicians, culture, history, or nature/environment
b. Community-wide events, including festivals, concerts, plays, performances, exhibits, lectures, fairs, etc.
c. Opportunities for local residents, children, youth, and seniors to participate
d. Programs to expand local support and understanding of diverse or underserved populations
e. Projects that demonstrate artistic or creative merit, good design, documented qualifications, accessibility, and community benefit/involvement
FY26 Local Guidelines
a. Applications submitted for programs developed by a Nahant resident or Nahant organizations will be reviewed. Applications submitted by a non-resident will only be reviewed if sponsored by a Nahant organization. A letter of support from that organization must be included with the application, which acknowledges knowledge of the applicant and confidence in the success/benefit of the proposed program.
b. All funded projects must take place in Nahant, benefit Nahant residents, and be accessible to the general public.
c. Applicants are encouraged to blend additional funding for their projects.
d. Applications must provide financial details and detailed planning for their project.
e. Applicants who have received funding for multiple years will have a lower funding priority.
f. Funded programs must credit the Nahant Cultural Council & the Mass Cultural Council on all advertising, promotion materials and on the day of the program (via social media or at the venue, etc.). Grant applicants are responsible for all promotions of their event with the collaboration of the venue or organization.
g. If you have questions, please contact the Nahant Cultural Council at culturalcouncil@nahant.org.
How Grant Recipients Are Paid
Reimbursement Grants
FY25 Funding List
| Name | Project Title | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| @level1.owner.lastname@, @level1.owner.firstname@ | Nahant-inspired and classical chamber music | $930 | Johnson Elementary School | Dying and Weaving with Natural Fibers | $825 | Nahant Public Library | Owls Up Close Live Owl Program | $750 | Sparr, David | The Smack Dabs in Concert | $2,150 | The Delvena Theatre Company | Mangia, Meatballs and Murder | $795 | York, Matt | Johnny Cash - Songs & Stories | $500 |
