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.

5,129 grants
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TR UA FIFTH THIRD FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fifth Third Foundation Grants: Piqua, OH Foundations Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fifth Third Foundation Last Updated: November 18, 2025 Summary The Fifth Third Foundation supports nonprofit organizations…

· Rolling / Open State

Film and Entertainment Grants North Carolina offers film producers financial rebates of up to 25% on qualified expenses. - Category: Art & Culture

INDEPENDENT FEATURE PROJECT INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Film and Media Career Development Program Status: Applications for 2026 program are closed Overview: An 8-week virtual program that allows students from across the country to learn from industry…

ADRIENNE SHELLY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Film Fatales Support Grant Partner Institution: Film Fatales Award Frequency: Annual Overview: Annual grant in support of various female filmmaker initiatives. Focus Areas: Female filmmaker…

Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade · Rolling / Open Foundation

Film Festival Support and Promotion Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade Last Updated: July 04, 2025 Summary The Film Festival Support and…

WOMEN IN FILM · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Film Finishing Fund Overview: The Film Finishing Fund provides cash grants and in-kind production services to complete films created by, for, or about women. History: Since its launch in 1985, the…

Jerome Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Film, Video, and Digital Production Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jerome Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2025 Summary The Film, Video, and Digital Production Grants…

Greater Philadelphia Film Office · Rolling / Open Foundation

Filmmakers Program Funder: Greater Philadelphia Film Office Overview: Seminars, business and technical training designed to nurture aspiring and experienced film professionals in the Greater…

Southern Documentary Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

Filmmaking Grants- Production Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southern Documentary Fund Amount: US $15,000 Last Updated: July 15, 2025 Summary The Southern Documentary Fund (SDF) offers a Production…

US $5,000 - US $15,000
FIND YOUR LIGHT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Find Your Light Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Find Your Light Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The Find Your Light Foundation is committed to…

Beatrice Educational Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Findelis, Draven A., Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: October 24, 2025 Summary The Findelis, Draven A., Scholarship, established…

Up to US $3,000
Community Foundation of Kankakee River Valley · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fine Arts Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Kankakee River Valley Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: July 28, 2025 Summary The Fine Arts Fund Grant, administered by the…

LEANDER EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Fine Arts Funding Initiative Funder: Leander Educational Excellence Foundation (LEEF) Geographic Scope: Leander ISD, Texas Status: Active, ongoing since 2014 Overview: LEEF provides dedicated funding…

SCHOOL CITY OF MISHAWAKA EDUCATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fine Arts Grants Program Type: Specialized grants for fine arts programs Geographic Scope: School City of Mishawaka (IN, US) Eligibility: SCM teachers and staff (fine arts focus) Description:…

US $1,000 - US $70,367
Maryland State Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fine Arts Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maryland State Department of Education Amount: US $1,000 - US $70,367 Last Updated: May 25, 2025 Summary The Fine Arts Initiative Grant, established…

KAPPA KAPPA KAPPA INC · January 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Fine Arts Scholarship Geographic Scope: Indiana (State Level) Eligibility: - Available to those studying dance, theater, art or music - Career goals may focus on performance or education - Music…

OAK PARK AREA ARTS COUNCIL · February 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Fine Arts Scholarships Overview: Merit-based scholarships awarded annually to high school seniors pursuing arts-related degrees. These scholarships recognize artistic promise and academic…

JUNEAU ARTS & HUMANITIES COUNCIL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fine Arts Scholarships Geographic Scope: Juneau, Alaska Funder: Juneau Arts & Humanities Council (JAHC) Scholarship program for fine arts students. Limited details available in provided website…

$2,000 for book categories ($1,000 to press, $1,000 to author/translator); $1,000 for magazine categories
COUNCIL OF LITERARY MAGAZINES · November 14, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Firecracker Awards Overview: The CLMP Firecracker Awards for Independently Published Literature are given annually to celebrate books and magazines that make significant contributions to literary…

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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