Resources Library
Grants & Fellowships
Dunamis Emerging Artist FellowshipA year-long fellowship offering professional development, mentorship, and community support for emerging artists of color navigating the creative industry.https://www.dunamisboston.org/eaf
Mass Cultural Council – Grants for Creative IndividualsUnrestricted grants supporting artists and culture bearers across Massachusetts to advance creative practice and equity in the arts.https://massculturalcouncil.org
Awesome Foundation GrantMonthly $1,000 micro-grants supporting creative, community-driven projects across disciplines.https://www.awesomefoundation.org
Foundation for Contemporary Arts – Emergency GrantsProvides urgent funding (typically $500–$3,000) for artists facing unexpected opportunities or emergencies. https://www.foundationforcontemporaryarts.org
Support & Advocacy
Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts of Massachusetts (Arts & Business Council of Greater Boston)Provides legal support, contracts guidance, and professional development resources for artists and creative entrepreneurs. https://artsandbusinesscouncil.org/vla/
Arts Action ConsortiumAdvocates for equitable arts funding and supports artists through policy initiatives and community organizing. https://artsactionconsortium.org
Arts Stays HereA statewide campaign uplifting artists and cultural workers while advocating for sustained arts investment. https://artsstayshere.org
MASSCreativeLeads statewide advocacy efforts to advance the arts sector through policy, funding, and coalition-building. https://www.mass-creative.org/
Open Calls
Creative Experiences Grant (Mass Cultural Council)Supports festivals, residencies, and public-facing cultural projects across Massachusetts. https://massculturalcouncil.org
City of Boston Opportunity FundSupports community-based cultural projects and initiatives led by Boston-area creatives. https://massculturalcouncil.org
Professional Development
Assets for Artists An artist-led initiative providing workshops, coaching, and capacity-building programs to help creatives build sustainable, values-driven careers. Through professional development, financial tools, and peer support, it equips artists with the skills and resources needed to navigate the realities of the creative economy. https://www.assetsforartists.org
Professional Development Events (Ongoing)Workshops, networking events, and skill-building opportunities for artists across Greater Boston and beyond. https://artsake.massculturalcouncil.org