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)
HLCC Funding Priorities
The HLCC typically receives requests totaling more than twice the amount of money available for us to grant. The goal of the HLCC is to provide some funding to as many qualified projects as we can. Local council support is not intended to be used as the sole source of funding for projects of a continuing nature. Most projects receive only partial funding, and for no more than three consecutive years.
The HLCC supports projects that demonstrate a clear public benefit. Emphasis is placed on supporting local artists presenting work in Holyoke. Funding is made available to the widest range of community cultural needs possible.
As determined by the most recent community survey, the following are funding priorities:
- public events like concerts and festivals
- support for community arts and cultural organizations
- arts education in the schools
- projects celebrating diversity
HLCC Local Guidelines
- Funded projects must be completed during the calendar year (January - December) following the November application deadline.
- Field trips must be to destinations within the state.
- With the particular challenges posed by COVID-19, the HLCC will be considering projects designed from the outset for virtual presentation, as well as projects designed for an in-person audience. If you are hoping to work with a particular venue for a live presentation, a letter of support from the venue will strengthen your application. We are suggesting that applicants prepare and provide details of a virtual alternative in the event that an in-person presentation is not possible.
We accept paper applications in addition to online applications. If you are applying on paper, please request a copy of the application via the contact info listed on the Council Information tab. Paper applications can be mailed or delivered to:
Holyoke Local Cultural Council
City Hall
Office of the Mayor
536 Dwight Street
Holyoke, MA 01040
This year's deadline is Monday, November 16. All applications must be submitted or postmarked by this date.
If you need assistance with your application, please contact Navae Fenwick Rodriguez at 413-320-2550, or Koco Givner at 413-552-9092.