Cultural Council approves FY27 grant priorities amid tighter funding
Franklin Cultural Council sets FY27 grant priorities with $38,000 in combined funding. Chair John M Ristaino and the council voted to approve revised grant priorities that will be reflected on the Massachusetts Cultural Council website. Funding includes $20,000 from the Town of Franklin and $18,000
Cultural Council · Meeting of August 17, 2026
Franklin Cultural Council sets FY27 grant priorities with $38,000 in combined funding. Chair John M Ristaino and the council voted to approve revised grant priorities that will be reflected on the Massachusetts Cultural Council website. Funding includes $20,000 from the Town of Franklin and $18,000 from the Massachusetts Cultural Council; the reduced amount will impact the council's ability to fulfill all grant requests.
The council is expanding its membership, with twelve applicants under review and interviews scheduled for August 31. The council confirmed the Symposium will be held biannually, with the next event scheduled for March 2028.
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Source: the Cultural Council meeting of August 17, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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