Gaming Mitigation Fund
The Gaming Mitigation Fund helps Massachusetts performing arts centers offset casino competition by funding touring show and artist expenses to sustain vibrant cultural programming.
Funder: Mass Cultural Council
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (accommodations/translation request) | January 2027 (application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Awards typically range from $6,000 to $200,000 per organization per cycle; two-year grant period; total annual pool approx. $3.5M.
Summary: Supports Massachusetts nonprofit and municipal performing arts centers with grants for touring shows and artist fees to mitigate the impact of resort-style casinos.
Key Information: Not accepting applications in FY26; next cycle opens FY27 (anticipated deadlines above).
Description
The Gaming Mitigation Fund is designed to help nonprofit and municipal performing arts centers in Massachusetts remain competitive in the face of new entertainment options introduced by resort-style casinos. Grants are specifically for expenses related to touring shows or touring artist fees, aiming to sustain vibrant performing arts programming. The fund is administered by the Mass Cultural Council and is supported by a portion of the state’s casino gaming tax revenues.
