Chair: Robin OHerin
Secretary: Elaine Morel
Treasurer: Martha Page
Members: William Mathews , Catherine Laird, Ariel Hyatt, Meg Sanders, Kathy Crowe, Meg Sanders MISSION STATEMENT
The Massachusetts Cultural Council is a state agency that promotes excellence, inclusion, education, and diversity in the arts, humanities, and sciences, fosters a rich cultural life for all Massachusetts residents, a
nd contributes to the vitality of our communities and economy. The mission of the Lee Cultural Council is to promote a rich and diverse cultural life in the Lee community, strongly supporting programs, events, and performances which entertain and encourage critical thinking, creativity, and community building. GRANT CRITERIA/COUNCIL PRIORITIES
The Lee Cultural Council gathers input from the community yearly and develops funding priorities based on this feedback. This year the Lee Cultural Council will give priority to programs that include music, theater, dance, audience interaction, and learning opportunities, throughout Berkshire County, and which:
· benefit residents and visitors to Lee
· benefit underserved populations
· foster exposure to other cultures
· encourage critical and creative thinking
Applicants should indicate a venue and proposed date(s) for the program, as well as a letter of support from the proposed venue, with the understanding that the programs that we fund are scheduled to take place from January through December 31st. If funded, applicants may receive partial funding only, and are therefore strongly encouraged to seek additional financial support for their project.
