MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Cultural Council will accept grant proposals for community-oriented arts, humanities, and science programs beginning Sept. 1 until Oct. 17.

The grants will be available to support cultural projects and activities in and around Mattapoisett — including exhibits, festivals, field trips, short-term artist residencies or performances in schools, workshops, and lectures.

Eligible applicants include individuals, non-profit organizations, associations or groups with a non-profit purpose, public schools including teachers, student groups and parent groups, libraries and other municipal agencies, and religious organizations or for-profit organizations under certain circumstances.

Prospective applicants can review local funding priorities at www.mass-culture.org/mattapoisett. Applications will be evaluated based on how well the program meets local priorities, community support and involvement, evidence of track record, evidence that a public benefit will result from the project, financial need and demonstrated planning.

Recently funded projects included: theatrical, literary, and music programs for children and adults at Mattapoisett Free Public Library, concerts by Sippican Choral Society, SouthCoast Children’s Chorus, and Tri-County Symphonic Band, programs and exhibits at Mattapoisett Museum, and in-school and summertime arts and science programs sponsored by the Mattapoisett PTA, Mattapoisett Recreation, Mattapoisett Land Trust, and New England Coastal Wildlife Alliance, among others.

To apply, visit massculturalcouncil.org/communities/local-cultural-council-program/application-process/.

To contact Mattapoisett Cultural Council directly with questions, email kcdamaskos@gmail.com.