ROCHESTER — The Rochester Cultural Council will soon be accepting online applications from organizations, schools, and individuals for grants to support community-oriented arts, humanities, and science programs.

If you have a great idea for bringing culturally enriching programming to the Rochester area and need funding to make it a reality, you are welcome to apply for a grant. The online application window will be open from Sept. 1 - Oct. 15.

Special priority is given to non-profit applicants from the town of Rochester, and to surrounding community projects that would substantially enrich Rochester.

Examples of eligible projects might include programs such as school field trips, afterschool programs, concerts, festivals, lectures, theater, dance, music, and film.

Projects may take place in schools, community centers, libraries, elder care facilities, town halls, parks, and wherever communities come together.

The Rochester Cultural Council is composed of volunteers appointed by the Rochester Board of Selectmen.

Its mission is to promote excellence, access, and diversity in the arts, humanities, and sciences in order to enhance the quality of life in the Rochester community.

The Council strives to achieve these goals through the funding of local programs with grants awarded by the Mass Cultural Council.

Check out the council’s website (www.townofrochestermass.com/cultural-council) or facebook page(www.facebook.com/rochestermaculturalcouncil) for updates and more information on the application process as the window draws nearer.

To contact the RCC directly with questions, or to become an RCC member, please email rochesterculturalcouncil@gmail.com.