Grants for Arts

Last updated November 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,905 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 92 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 2,610 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 4,905; from 2,547 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $4,000–$28K
Total listed funding: $267.2M; across 2,610 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 232 with a published date

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FY27 H Street Northeast Corridor Events Activation Grant Program DSLBD Current Funding · State Nov 25, 2026 · $17.5M Grant program intended to increase foot traffic along H Street NE (from 3rd Street NE to 15th Street NE) by funding the creation and marketing of a minimum of three events by September 30, 2027.	Nov 25, 2026	$17.5M
Collins Foundation Grant Collins Foundation · Foundation ~November · Average grant $2,000–$7,500 The Collins Foundation, established by William and Ruth Collins, supports charitable, educational, and religious causes in Boulder County, Colorado.	~November	Average grant $2,000–$7,500
LCF: Open Door Grants Lincoln Community Foundation Inc · Foundation ~November · Up to $20K The Lincoln Community Foundation's Open Door Grants offer year-round support for nonprofit organizations in Lancaster County.	~November	Up to $20K
Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation: Operations Grants Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation ~November · $1K – $75K The Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation provides Operations Grants to support arts and humanities organizations in Central Indiana.	~November	$1K – $75K
Community Grants Cottage Grove Community Foundation · Foundation ~November · Varies The Cottage Grove Community Foundation awards grants to non-profit and school-based organizations helping children, families, the environment, and programs to enhance the health and wellbeing of area residents.	~November	Varies
Helen Walker Performing Arts Grants Alaska State Council on the Arts · State Dec 1, 2026 · Varies Named for Helen A. Walker, a major arts advocate in Alaska until her death in 1996. Multiple deadlines: June 1, September 1, December 1.	Dec 1, 2026	Varies
Cultural Collaborations Project Grants Alaska State Council on the Arts · State Dec 1, 2026 · $600K Matching awards to support high-quality arts collaborations. Biannual deadlines: June 1 and December 1.	Dec 1, 2026	$600K
GO Queens Grant The Howard Gilman Foundation Inc · Foundation ~December · $10K The GO Queens Grant, funded by the Howard Gilman Foundation, aims to support Queens-based performing arts and culture organizations with unrestricted $10,000 grants.	~December	$10K
Workshop Grants Alaska State Council on the Arts · State Dec 1, 2026 · Varies Support unique, arts-related activities of limited duration that offer Alaskans the opportunity to participate in arts activities not regularly available in their community. Multiple deadlines: June 1, September 1, December 1, March 1.	Dec 1, 2026	Varies
Mabee Foundation Grants Je and Le Mabee Foundation Inc · Foundation Dec 1, 2026 · Up to $2M The Mabee Foundation provides challenge grants for projects in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arkansas, Missouri, and Kansas, primarily focusing on construction, renovation, and major medical equipment purchases.	Dec 1, 2026	Up to $2M
Transformational Grants Desk Drawer Fund · Foundation ~December · $25K – $500K Provides significant multi-year funding to trusted partners driving long-term, systemic change	~December	$25K – $500K
Culture Forward Grant The Svane Family Foundation · Foundation Dec 1, 2026 · US $10,000 - US $100,000 The Culture Forward Grant, initiated by the Svane Family Foundation, allocates $5 million to support arts and culture projects that engage families, students, and young professionals in Downtown San Francisco.	Dec 1, 2026	US $10,000 - US $100,000
Master Artist and Apprentice Grant Alaska State Council on the Arts · State Dec 1, 2026 · Varies Supports the development of the arts for Alaskans through education, partnerships, and services. Multiple deadlines: June 1, September 1, December 1, March 1.	Dec 1, 2026	Varies
Community Arts Development Grants Alaska State Council on the Arts · State Dec 1, 2026 · Varies Assist small nonprofit Alaskan organizations in developing art programs in underserved areas of the state and/or underserved disciplines. Multiple deadlines throughout the year.	Dec 1, 2026	Varies
Project Support: Small Grants Kirkpatrick Family Affiliated Fund of Occf Inc · Foundation Dec 1, 2026 · Up to $15K The Kirkpatrick Family Fund offers Project Support through small grants aimed at enhancing community quality of life in central Oklahoma.	Dec 1, 2026	Up to $15K
Public Art for Spatial Justice Grants New England Foundation for the Arts Incorporated · Foundation Dec 1, 2026 · $15K – $30K The Public Art for Spatial Justice Grants support Massachusetts artists in creating public art that embodies spatial justice and fosters community engagement.	Dec 1, 2026	$15K – $30K
Louis Padovano Grants The Lotos Foundation Inc · Foundation ~December · Varies The Lotos Foundation awards organizational grants to not-for-profit organizations based in the New York City metropolitan area who offer outstanding arts and science programs, free-of-charge, to middle-school and high school students from…	~December	Varies
Arts Council of Anne Arundel County: Arts in Education Grants Arts Council of Anne Arundel County Inc · Foundation Dec 5, 2026 · Up to $5K The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County is dedicated to enhancing educational experiences through the Arts in Education Grants. These grants support the integration of arts into school curricula for Pre-K to grade 12.	Dec 5, 2026	Up to $5K
Exhibition Proposals - Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum Mesa Arts Center Foundation · Foundation ~December · Varies Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum is accepting submissions through the annual Season Prospectus for artists, curators, and collectives to propose solo or group exhibitions in any medium.	~December	Varies
Teiger Foundation: Hosting Grant Teiger Foundation · Foundation Dec 9, 2026 · Up to $75K The Teiger Foundation's Hosting Grant provides up to $75,000 for US-based curators or artistic directors to present contemporary visual art exhibitions that originated in different contexts.	Dec 9, 2026	Up to $75K
Cultural Facilities Fund Mass Cultural Council · State Dec 10, 2026 · $700K – $20M Grants to support acquisition, design, repair, rehabilitation, renovation, expansion, or construction of cultural facilities.	Dec 10, 2026	$700K – $20M
Creative Youth Grant Arts Commission Grants · State Dec 10, 2026 · Varies Funding opportunity to support young artists as they develop new skills or advance their artistic practice outside the traditional school day. This may include paying for lessons, attending a workshop, or paying for supplies and equipment.	Dec 10, 2026	Varies
Allied Arts Capacity-Building Grant Allied Arts of Oklahoma Inc · Foundation Dec 11, 2026 · Up to $5K Allied Arts of Oklahoma's Capacity-Building program helps nonprofit arts and cultural organizations grow stronger to fulfill their missions.	Dec 11, 2026	Up to $5K
Capacity-Building Grants Allied Arts of Oklahoma Inc · Foundation ~December · Up to $5K	~December	Up to $5K

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Grants for arts by the numbers

How deadlines work

Rolling or ongoing: 90 2%
Upcoming date published: 232 5%
Stated cycle, no date yet: 910 19%
No deadline published: 3,673 75%

When dated deadlines fall

Share of the 232 grants with a published date, by quarter.

47%

Jan–Mar

10%

Apr–Jun

Jul–Sep

34%

Oct–Dec

Funders with the most active grants for arts

Arts & Science Council Charlotte/Mecklenburg Inc 27 active
Montana State University 27 active
Alaska State Council on the Arts 23 active
South Arts Inc 22 active
South Carolina Arts Commission 19 active
The Andy Warhol Foundation 18 active

2,547 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 4,905 active grants for arts (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of November 7, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 13 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 35 states.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for arts award?

Of the 4,905 grants for arts Grantable lists as of November 7, 2026, 2,610 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $4,000 and $28K. 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), Alaska State Council on the Arts (23), South Arts Inc (22), and South Carolina Arts Commission (19). In all, 2,547 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for arts due?

Of 4,905 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 232 have a published upcoming deadline, 910 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 3,673 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 47% fall in January–March.

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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