Russell Cultural Council
The Russell Council is a volunteer town appointed committee. We receive annual funding from the Mass Cultural Council and holds a competitive application process to award these fundsv. We look for programs that support and nurture the arts, humanities, and sciences in the Russell Community. That supports local institutions and provides opportunities for Russell residents to engage in innovative and high-quality programs.
Contact
Alice Taverna
[email protected]
413-862-3265
https://massculturalcouncil.org/local-council/russell/
Address
PO Box 407
65 Main Street
Russell, MA 01071-9683
Application Information
FY27 Allocation
$5,700
FY27 Local Priorities
The Russell Cultural Council supports the arts and sciences in the local area. Examples would be plays, music, historical studies and programs at the local library and the Gateway School System.
FY27 Local Guidelines
Applicants must reside in Massachusetts. Applications must be completed on line and submitted by the deadline. Projects must take place between July 1 and December 31 of the following year. It is the responsibility of the applicant to find a venue for their project. Grants will be awarded based on benefit to the community.
How Grant Recipients Are Paid
Direct Grants
FY26 Funding List
| Name | Project Title | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| CORMIER, STEVEN | GOOD GOLLY, MISSED TROLLEY "The Hilltown Trolley Dilemma" | $100 | Clark, Gina | New England Sax/Wind Quartet | $595 | Gateway Regional High School | MassMoca Field-Trip | $250 | Gateway Regional School District | Guest Artist Series | $500 | Hilltown Community Health Centers | Engineering Your World | $250 | Hilltown Village, Inc. | Creative Movement for Hilltown Families | $150 | Maloof, David | Concert in Strathmore Park or other Music Event (7 options) | $275 | Mandel, Bruce | The View From Behind This Guitar | $400 | North Hall Association, Inc. | North Hall Arts Festival 2026 | $300 | Porcino, John P. | To Life!: Celebrations in Story, Song and Music | $450 | Rausch, Karl | New England Swing Orchestra | $1,630 | Russell Council on Aging | Admisssions to the New England Quilt Museum | $100 | Russell Council on Aging | Group trip to see a live play/performance | $500 | Wells, Erica | The Hilltowns CARE Community Garden | $200 |
Review Complete LCC Program Guidelines