In order to apply for an LCC grant, applicants must meet all eligibility and criteria requirements of the LCC Program.
For more detailed information, refer to the full LCC Program Guidelines (PDF).
Amount Available for Granting in FY
2021
(Information not yet available)
In addition to information from our 2020 survey which is shown in the Council Information tab, the following will guide our review of applications. Feel free to request a PDF of this information.
Carlisle Cultural Council FY21 Grant Priorities
Approved 9/25/20 ---
Program Purpose:
The volunteer members of the Carlisle Cultural Council are committed to promoting the arts, music, history, culture and the humanities in Carlisle. We serve our community by supporting and producing both participatory and audience-based cultural and arts activities which benefit local residents. >
We know that lists of requirements can seem daunting. We want to encourage applications for a variety of experiences and are here to help should you have any questions. >>>
Eligibility:
Preference will be given to Carlisle organizations and applicants. Non-Carlisle residents will be considered for programs directly benefiting Carlisle residents. >
Programs in music, dance, visual arts, poetry, literature, drama, science and humanities for all age groups will be considered. Preference will be given to new programs and projects focused on cultural diversity (e.g. ethnic traditions). >
All applications must specify a committed date and venue for in-person or remote events. Preference may be given to events that take place in Carlisle or venues that typically draw in a large percentage of Carlisle residents. >
For in-person and online events, accessibility, including physical and digital access (e.g. closed captions) should be thought of when planning project location and/or delivery. For the 2020-2021 grant cycle, applicants should indicate COVID-19 safety protocols for in-person events and indicate flexibility to deliver projects in different formats (i.e. online), should adjustments be needed due to Massachusetts safety recommendations. >
Please tell us as much as possible about your project’s intended audience and/or participants, including the estimated number of Carlisle residents, age group recommendations, areas of interest, and appeal to underserved audiences. >
Applicants should indicate when they are co-sponsored by another organization and the level of commitment from the co-sponsor. If applying to other LCCs, be sure to include all possible LCC grant funds in your budget. >
Please submit applications online. Applications provide for attachments that will help us understand how your program fits with the Council’s priorities. Correspondence, including any clarifications and notifications of awards will be done via email. Please be sure the email address on the application is one which will be used throughout the process. >
Grants typically range up to $500. >>>
Post-award Requirements:
Upon award, all grantees will be asked to include specific language regarding ADA accessibility on promotional materials, including directions to accessible entrances. All grantees will be required to send a press release or thank you letter to the Carlisle Mosquito, crediting the Carlisle Cultural Council, and include the Carlisle Cultural Council logo in promotional materials as approved in advance.>>>
We appreciate your interest!