Paxton Cultural Council
Throughout its existence, the Paxton Local Cultural Council has always strived to enhance and enrich the cultural experiences of the members of their small town.
An effort has always been made to attempt equality in service to all ages from toddlers to the elderly and interests as varied as musical, scientific, historical, and literary with added attention given so that those with disabilities may also enjoy the Council’s programs.
Funding various programs that are distributed throughout the year help allow cultural experiences during many months for our residents.
Direct Grant payment will hopefully help sustain many local artists who have been severely impacted by the ongoing pandemic.
Contact
Anita Fenton
anita_fenton@yahoo.com
508-798-5092
Address
697 Pleasant Street
Paxton, MA 01612-1000
FY22 Allocation
$6,000
FY22 Local Priorities
The Paxton Cultural Council takes into consideration what the members of the community describe as their priorities in distributed survey forms. The Council will give priority to:
1) applicants who have secured a local venue with inclusion of a letter of support from the venue,
2) projects that may serve youth, family, elderly, and people with disabilities
3) programs that serve a significant number of residents, but small unique events of significance may still be approved.
4) projects that expand resident knowledge of local history.
Additional important criteria include: financial need, track record and ability of the applicant, the level of community involvement and support, and demonstration of adequate planning.
Paper applications will still be accepted by our council along with online applications. Please contact us via the info on the “Council Information” tab to request a copy of the paper application.
Also links for applicant websites will be used to help decide funding.
Programs may be repeated if the Council feels they are of significant value to the community.
FY22 Local Guidelines
Local artists, cultural groups and events that enhance the cultural experience for the largest number of residents are shown a preference, but smaller events may also be valued. As is required by the MCC, grant monies may not be used for refreshments and annual events may only be repeated if it is determined they are valuable and differ significantly each year.
How Grant Recipients Are Paid
Direct Grants
FY22 Funding List
| Name | Project Title | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jay Mankita | Chain Reactions & Creative Contraptions | $500 |
| Paxton Recreation | Summer Music Series 2022 | $870 |
| Cindy Love | Diamonds & Legends | $150 |
| Robert Jordan | MUSIC AT THE HOLDEN FARMER'S MARKET | $125 |
| Timothy D. Kane | All Together Drumming at Paxton's “Off the Beaten Path” Library Summer Reading Program | $500 |
| Gregory Maichack | The Jellyfish: How to Pastel Paint | $695 |
| Tricia Silverman | Global Longevity Factors: What to Eat, and What to Do for Optimal Health | $475 |
| Cindy Love | Life Aboard a Whaling Ship | $310 |
| Daniel Kirouac | Concert For Senior Center | $250 |
| Kenneth Moore | Paxton Summer Jam | $665 |
| Francis Hart | A Cultural and Historical Reflection of the 1960s through the Music of The Beatles | $275 |
| Fitchburg Art Museum, Inc. | 86th Regional Regional Exhibition of Art & Craft | $225 |
| Henry Lappen | Henry the Juggler Performance | $450 |
| Richards Memorial Library | Pirates: Lost at Sea | $375 |
| Cindy Love | Ellis Island | $150 |
