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Culture unites us. It is essential to the health and vitality of individuals and communities.
Newton Cultural Council is supported by Mass Cultural Council, the largest grassroots cultural funding network in the nation. The Local Cultural Council (LCC) Program enriches the cultural life of all cities and towns in Massachusetts. Led by municipally appointed volunteers, LCCs in Massachusetts collectively award over $3 million every year, supporting more than 5,000 cultural programs that include everything from field trips to lectures, festivals, and dance performances.
The goal of the Newton Cultural Council is to contribute to the cultural vitality of Newton by funding creative, cultural and humanistic projects involving primarily Newton cultural organizations and Newton artists and humanists.
NCC 2025-26 Grant Application Deadline has PASSED. We are no longer accepting application proposals.
NCC Funding Priorities
NCC funding prioritizes quality programs, events, performances and innovative collaborations across disciplines that build community and engage the full spectrum of Newton residents.
Checkout the findings from our 2025 Community Survey
2025 NCC Grantee Reception
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Want to serve on Newton's council?
If you are interested in learning more about the NCC and its work, please contact ncc@newtonma.gov or call the office of Cultural Development at 617-796-1540. We welcome all Newton residents who have experience in the arts to consider joining the council for a 3 year term in this important work for our city!More details about Newton Boards and Commissions
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Members of the Newton Cultural Council:
- Clara Chan
- Megan Cronin
- Jeffrey Davis (Co-Chair)
- Sarah Fendrick (Clerk)
- Glenda Fishman (Treasurer)
- Julie Fox
- Susan Friedman
- Paula Gannon (Administration)
- Anandini Sekhar
- Linda Sevey
- Jennifer Sgroe
- Anne Marie Stein (Co-Chair)
- Cheryl Weber
Contact the council at ncc@newtonma.gov.
Apply for membership.The NCC is a local cultural council of Mass Cultural Council, and we accept applications on a rolling year round basis. Reach out to us to see how you can get involved with this important mission for our city!