Melrose Cultural Council Announces 2023 Project Grants

Melrose, MA: The Melrose Cultural Council (MCC) is pleased to announce its 2023 project grants for the cultural enrichment of the Melrose community. The MCC allocated over $19,000 in funding across 24 arts and cultural programs, including projects in the visual arts, music, theater, and dance, as well as the humanities, history, local culture, and interpretive sciences. These programs have the appeal and potential to reach the diverse population and cultures within our community—attracting adults of all ages, youth, children, families, and seniors.

“The 39 proposals submitted this year by individuals and non-profit organizations were the most we’ve ever received, which speaks to the creative pool of local talent in our community,” say Council Co-chair Jason Webb. “We encourage the Melrose public to support these local offerings by attending the broad range of events planned throughout 2023.

The full list of 2023 grantees and grant amounts is available here. MCC grantees meet criteria laid out by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, as well as local criteria established by a 2022 Melrose community survey. The next grant cycle opens in the fall of 2023.

The MCC is the local affiliate of the Massachusetts Cultural Council. Part of a statewide network in cities and towns funded by the legislature, the MCC is committed to supporting programs with public benefit that promote excellence, education, cultural diversity, inclusion, and equity to foster a rich and vibrant cultural life in Melrose. Grants are given to Melrose organizations and MA individuals, artists, and presenters in partnership with local organizations.