Future Support for Artists and Creatives

Mass Cultural Council envisions funding for artists, culture bearers, and creative individuals that reflects the rich diversity of creative expression throughout the Commonwealth. We want all who live in Massachusetts and practice in the creative and cultural sector to see themselves in our programs.

Thank you for taking a few minutes to complete this survey. Please submit your responses by end of the day July 12, 2023.
1.Currently, we are redesigning our funding for artists and creatives. Our goal is to design a program that equitably advances creative expression throughout the Commonwealth with unrestricted grants to individuals who demonstrate creative vision and a commitment to their artistic/cultural practice. What is your level of support for this goal?
2.Our new three-year Strategic Plan outlines three core values in our work: Creativity, Public Service, and Inclusion. In your opinion, how aligned are our current ideas about funding for artists/creatives with those three core values?
3.Have you applied for individual funding from Mass Cultural Council in the past?
4.Based on what you read about the current direction of our artists support, how likely are you to seek future funding from Mass Cultural Council, as a creative individual?
5.Please share any further thoughts you have about Mass Cultural Council’s funding and support for artists and creatives (optional).
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