Nipmuc/k Cultural Council
The Nipmuc/k Cultural Council (NCC) is part of the Massachusetts Cultural Council’s Local Cultural Council (LCC) program, the largest grassroots cultural funding network in the United States. The NCC is dedicated to preserving, promoting, and revitalizing Nipmuc culture, traditions, and artistic expression. Through grants, programs, and community initiatives, the council supports enrolled Nipmuc artists, educators, and cultural leaders in their efforts to sustain and share their heritage.
The NCC prioritizes projects that celebrate Nipmuc history, language, storytelling, traditional arts, and environmental stewardship, ensuring that these cultural practices continue to thrive for future generations. By fostering opportunities for cultural engagement and knowledge-sharing, the council strengthens community connections and honors the enduring legacy of the Nipmuc people.
Contact
Address
80 Brigham Hill Rd
Grafton, MA 01519
Application Information
FY25 Allocation
$17,325
FY25 Local Priorities
The Nipmuc/k Cultural Council (NCC) gathers input from the community yearly and develops funding priorities based on this feedback. This year the Nipmuc/k Cultural Council will give priority to:
• Enrolled Nipmuc/k applicants that have secured a local venue within the Nipmuc/k Homelands, and
• Projects that serve Nipmuc/k youth and/or elders
• Projects that focus on local Nipmuc/k history
• Projects that promote community involvement and immersion in Nipmuc/k traditions and culture
•Projects that focus on traditional and contemporary Nipmuc/k art
In addition to the state criteria applications will be evaluated using the following review criteria:
• How well the program meets tribal priorities and serves the tribal community
• Tribal support and engagement in the project
• Ability to immerse cultural activities to promote and protect traditional activities and involve tribal citizens and the community
FY25 Local Guidelines
Please use this link to review the Tribal Cultural Council Program Guidelines
How Grant Recipients Are Paid
Direct Grants
