Grants for Arts

Last updated October 8, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,999 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 111 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 2,686 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 4,999; from 2,580 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $4,000–$26K
Total listed funding: $263.5M; across 2,686 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 89; 301 with a published date

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Community Grants - Partnership Grant Yellowstone Club Community Foundation · Foundation ~October · Varies Support for projects, services, and capital requests with well-established partners. A direct relationship with the organization allows for a sustained funding partnership.	~October	Varies
Community Grants - Catalyst Grant Yellowstone Club Community Foundation · Foundation ~October · Up to $10K Supports new nonprofits with organizational development or the building out of a specific program.	~October	Up to $10K
Community Grants - Capital Grant Yellowstone Club Community Foundation · Foundation ~October · Varies One-time investment in the growth or expansion of a partner organization to meet a specific need. Supports construction, renovation, land purchase, or other capital projects or campaigns.	~October	Varies
Visionary Women Grants Visionary Women · Foundation ~October · $10K – $30K Visionary Women's grant process includes two steps:	~October	$10K – $30K
DVLF General Grants Delaware Valley Legacy Fund · Foundation ~October · Varies The Delaware Valley Legacy Fund (DVLF) provides critical funding annually to organizations working on the front lines to address the emerging needs of the region's LGBTQ+ community.	~October	Varies
Community Grants Program Telluride Foundation · Foundation ~October · $2K – $1.5M The Telluride Foundation's Community Grants program is one of its fundamental programs, supporting the vibrancy of the community as well as core safety net programs.	~October	$2K – $1.5M
John Franzén Grant for the Arts Capitol Hill Community Foundation · Foundation ~October · $25K The John Franzén Grant for the Arts is a single $25,000 grant awarded each year to support novel visual, performing, and architectural/design arts programs that can cultivate new audiences and enhance community life on Capitol Hill.	~October	$25K
AAPS Education Fund Grant Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation · Foundation Oct 27, 2026 · Up to $2K The AAPS Education Fund, managed by the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation, aims to enhance the educational experience for students in Ann Arbor Public Schools.	Oct 27, 2026	Up to $2K
Arnold F. Keller, Jr. Grant for New Initiatives/Program Expansion Capitol Hill Community Foundation · Foundation ~October · $25K The Keller Grant is a single $25,000 grant awarded each year. Similar to Innovation Grants, it supports the creation or expansion of major initiatives with potential to significantly benefit the Capitol Hill community.	~October	$25K
Teacher Mini-Grants McMinnville School District 40 Education Foundation · Foundation ~October · Varies McMinnville Education Foundation (MEF) provides mini-grants to McMinnville School District (MSD) staff to enrich classrooms, grade level teams, and whole schools by introducing projects and experiences that align with MEF's mission to…	~October	Varies
Grants for Creative Individuals Mass Cultural Council · State Oct 27, 2026 · $500K Unrestricted grants to Massachusetts artists, culture bearers, and creative individuals to equitably advance creative expression throughout the Commonwealth.	Oct 27, 2026	$500K
ArtsWave Inspire Artist Grants Cincinnati Institute of Fine Arts · Foundation ~October · Varies Substantial support for both emerging and established artists for projects that authentically reflect the lived Black and Brown experience.	~October	Varies
Portland Arts Project Grant Program Regional Arts & Culture Council · Foundation ~October · $1K – $5K The Portland Arts Project Grant Program, administered by the Regional Arts & Culture Council, aims to enhance artistic development and community engagement in Portland, Oregon.	~October	$1K – $5K
Adrienne Shelly Director's Grant - IFP Adrienne Shelly Foundation Inc · Foundation ~October · Varies Director's grant awarded to a promising filmmaker each Fall in partnership with IFP (Independent Filmmaker Project).	~October	Varies
InnerSpace Creative Arkansas Community Hub & Exchan · Foundation ~October · Varies Partner Organizations in Committee for Belonging & Bridging:	~October	Varies
Community Arts Grant Program 2028 Culture & Arts Grants · State Oct 30, 2026 · $1.5M Funding for nonprofit 501(c)3 arts and culture organizations supporting programs and projects that advance the arts, culture, and the humanities in the lives of the people of Hawaiʻi. Intent to Apply: August 1 - October 30, 2026.	Oct 30, 2026	$1.5M
Visual Arts and Music Mini-Grant The Dupage Community Foundation · Foundation Oct 30, 2026 · $500 – $3K The Visual Arts and Music Mini-Grant from the JCS Arts, Health & Education Fund aims to enhance cultural engagement in DuPage County, Illinois. This grant supports arts programs that provide long-term benefits to the community.	Oct 30, 2026	$500 – $3K
Bridge Builders Main Street Microgrants Michigan Municipal League Foundation · Foundation ~October · Up to $5K Fund mini placemaking activities that bring together community residents, local artists, and small businesses in downtowns. Help revitalize and celebrate downtown districts.	~October	Up to $5K
Bridge Builders Neighborhood Microgrants Michigan Municipal League Foundation · Foundation ~October · Up to $2K Fund collaborative, creative projects that bring people together to celebrate, explore, or improve on what makes their communities special. Goal is to bring people out of their homes and into their community.	~October	Up to $2K
Besse Johnson & George Blanton Allen Memorial Foundation Grant The Besse Johnson and George Blanton Allen · Foundation ~October · Average grant $1,000–$5,000 The Besse Johnson & George Blanton Allen Memorial Foundation, established in 1980, provides grants primarily to charitable organizations in metro Atlanta.	~October	Average grant $1,000–$5,000
Wenatchee High School Foundation Grant Community Foundation of NCW · Foundation ~October · $250 – $1K	~October	$250 – $1K
Beacon Hill Community Fund Beacon Hill Civic Association Inc · Foundation ~October · $3K – $10K The Community Fund supports projects and programs for residents involving: Beacon Hill, Cambridge Street, and adjacent neighborhoods (Boston, MA area) Established in 2019, the Community Fund was created by the Beacon Hill Civic Association…	~October	$3K – $10K
Girdwood Forest Fair Youth Scholarship Girdwood Forest Fair · Foundation Oct 31, 2026 · Varies Awards scholarships to youth to support enrichment opportunities in Arts, Academics, and Athletics	Oct 31, 2026	Varies
Annual Grant Cycle Old Greenwood Community Foundation · Foundation ~October · Varies	~October	Varies

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Grants for arts by the numbers

How deadlines work

Rolling or ongoing: 89 2%
Upcoming date published: 301 6%
Stated cycle, no date yet: 910 18%
No deadline published: 3,699 74%

When dated deadlines fall

Share of the 301 grants with a published date, by quarter.

34%

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Jul–Sep

53%

Oct–Dec

Funders with the most active grants for arts

Arts & Science Council Charlotte/Mecklenburg Inc 27 active
Montana State University 27 active
South Arts Inc 23 active
Alaska State Council on the Arts 21 active
Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc 21 active
South Carolina Arts Commission 19 active

2,580 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 4,999 active grants for arts (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of October 8, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 12 listed amounts over $10M are left out, since they're usually program-wide totals rather than single awards.

About grants for arts

Arts grants support visual arts, performing arts, literary arts, cultural preservation, and creative organizations. The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) is the flagship federal funder, distributing over $160 million annually. State arts councils, foundations like the Andy Warhol Foundation and Mellon Foundation, and corporate sponsors provide extensive additional funding.

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Grants for Arts by state

Browse grants for arts available to organizations in 36 states.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for arts award?

Of the 4,999 grants for arts Grantable lists as of October 8, 2026, 2,686 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $4,000 and $26K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for arts?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Arts & Science Council Charlotte/Mecklenburg Inc (27), Montana State University (27), South Arts Inc (23), Alaska State Council on the Arts (21), and Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc (21). In all, 2,580 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for arts due?

Of 4,999 grants listed, 89 accept applications on a rolling basis, 301 have a published upcoming deadline, 910 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 3,699 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 53% fall in October–December.

How do I apply for an NEA grant?

The NEA offers grants through multiple programs including Art Works, Challenge America, Our Town, and Research: Art Works. Applications are submitted through Grants.gov. Most require 501(c)(3) status or government affiliation. The NEA funds in specific disciplines (dance, design, literature, media arts, music, theater, visual arts) with distinct application cycles.

Can individual artists get grants?

The NEA's direct individual grants are limited to Literature Fellowships and honorary awards. However, many state arts councils, foundations (Pollock-Krasner, United States Artists, Creative Capital), and residency programs provide direct artist funding. Fiscal sponsorship through organizations like Fractured Atlas opens additional grant opportunities for individual artists.

Are there grants for community arts programs?

Yes. The NEA's Our Town program funds creative placemaking. State and regional arts councils heavily fund community programming. Foundations like ArtPlace America, the Kresge Foundation, and local community foundations support community arts. CDBG funds can support arts-based community development projects.

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