FY26 Local Cultural Council (LCC) Grant Round Now Open

NORTHAMPTON - The Northampton Arts Council will open applications for the FY26 Local Cultural Council (LCC) Grant Round on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. The program funds arts projects in Northampton, Florence, and Leeds. Grants typically range from $250 to $2,000 and support projects such as performances, exhibits, festivals, readings, workshops, and school programs. Applications are judged on artistic merit, community benefit, and financial feasibility.

Key Dates:

Application Opens: September 2, 2025

Application deadline: October 16, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.

Projects must run January 1 – December 31, 2026

Applicants notified by January 16, 2026


Applications must be submitted online through The Massachusetts Cultural Council’s LCC portal.

For details, visit northamptonartscouncil.org or email arts@northamptonma.gov.