"Wish You Were Here" Archtober Postcard Competition Sponsor: Center for Architecture Purpose: Create a design for a postcard (4x6) of your ideal public space in New York City—real or imagined.…
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.
(Egg)celerator Lab Focus: Supports nonfiction filmmakers or filmmaking teams working on their first or second feature-length documentary. Eligibility: Nonfiction filmmakers or filmmaking teams…
[CREATE] Content With A Purpose Grant Status: Active as part of Transform Tucson: Changemakers Grant Program Geographic Scope: Tucson, Arizona Focus Areas: Supporting content creators to highlight…
10 for 12 Program Funder: Live4Love Charities (MN, US) Award Amount: $10,000 per month Program Description: The 10 for 12 Program honors one changemaker each month with a $10,000 gift to fuel their…
100 Voices of Florida Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: 100 Voices of Florida Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The 100 Voices of Florida Grant, initiated by passionate…
15 for 15 Grant Program Overview: The Foundation's signature program that supports 15 youth charitable initiatives annually. Focus Areas: - Education and academics - Science - The arts - Classroom…
16 Tech Community Investment Fund Overview: A community-focused fund launched in 2019 to ensure access, opportunity and revitalization of neighborhoods in and around the 16 Tech Innovation District…
16 Tech Community Investment Fund Overview: A community-focused fund launched in 2019 to ensure access, opportunity and revitalization of neighborhoods in and around the 16 Tech Innovation District…
1829 Legacy Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Rhode Island Community Foundation Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary The 1829 Legacy Fund Grants, managed by the Rhode Island Community…
19th Amendment Centennial Fund Overview: A collaborative funding initiative created by multiple philanthropic partners to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment (women's right to vote)…
1st Annual Syracuse Prize Geographic Scope: Syracuse, NY A prize program for arts and culture in Syracuse. Specific details about award amounts, deadlines, and eligibility criteria were not provided…
1st Source Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: 1 St Source Foundation Last Updated: March 08, 2026 Summary The 1st Source Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life in communities by…
Community Partner Grants Program Funder: The Community Foundation of Will County Geographic Scope: Will County, Illinois Priority Areas: Health, education, human services, and the arts About the…
2026 Summer/Fall Grant Cycle Funder: Tah Dah Foundation (CA, US) Website: tahdahfoundation.org Status: Currently accepting applications Focus Areas: Holistic arts programs Geographic Scope:…
2026 Vilcek Prizes for Creative Promise in Fashion & Design and Fashion & Culture Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Vilcek Foundation Inc Amount: US $50,000 Last Updated: March 12, 2025 Summary The…
250th Anniversary of the United States of America Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Amount: US $500 - US $2,000 Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary Overview…
3-Dimensional Patriotic Art Contest Overview: This contest exclusively accepts three-dimensional art pieces as part of the VFW Auxiliary's patriotic art contest program. It recognizes up-and-coming…
45 Architecture Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary The 45 Architecture Scholarship at Montana State University provides…
47th Annual Contemporary Crafts Exhibition Overview: Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum's annual contemporary crafts exhibition highlighting the finest in contemporary crafts from around the country. This…
4Culture: Art Projects Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: 4Culture Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The 4Culture Art Projects Grants aim to enrich the cultural landscape of…
Frequently Asked Questions
- 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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