Grantmaking

CCF is pleased to announce two new grants totaling $13,150 through our Arrow Street Arts Fund, supporting local artists who enrich Cambridge's cultural landscape and create meaningful connections across communities.   Since its launch in fall 2023, the fund has invested over $100,000 in local performing arts organizations, addressing a critical need in our arts ecosystem: access to affordable performance space for historically underrepresented artists. Through our partnership with Arrow Street Arts, we're ensuring their voices have a stage in the heart of Harvard Square.  Meet our Winter 2025 grantees:  Asian American Ballet Project presents "Receding and Reemerging," a ballet exploring themes of cultural memory and future possibilities through Asian American perspectives. The program features a Japanese American reimagining of Spectre de la Rose and a Philippine Forest tale, showcasing the talents and stories of AAPI dancers and choreographers.  Theater Offensive, Inc. hosts the "Queer Republic Festival," a four -day celebration showcasing original theater, dance, and workshops created by queer and trans artists of color from historically underrepresented communities. Culminating from a 22-month residency program, the festival amplifies these voices while fostering connection, cultural dialogue, and creative innovation in Cambridge.  "These artists represent the incredible diversity and talent of Cambridge's