Grants for Arts

Last updated November 9, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,899 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. 2,607 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 4,899; from 2,546 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $4,000–$28K
Total listed funding: $266.9M; across 2,607 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 226 with a published date

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Parkville Fine Arts Association Grant Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Community Foundation’s mission is to improve the quality of life in Greater Kansas City by increasing charitable giving, educating and connecting donors to community needs they care about, and leading on critical community issues.	Not published	$1K
M&T Charitable Foundation Grants M&T Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The M&T Charitable Foundation Grants provide essential support to a variety of organizations focused on enhancing community well-being.	Not published	Varies
Helen Irwin Littauer Educational Trust Grant Helen Irwin Littauer Educational Trust · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The Helen Irwin Littauer Educational Trust Grant supports charitable organizations in Tarrant County, focusing on education, arts, and human services.	Not published	$10K – $25K
MacColl Johnson Fellowship Program Grant Artist Communities Alliance · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The MacColl Johnson Fellowship Program, managed by the Rhode Island Foundation in collaboration with the Alliance of Artists Communities, offers up to three $30,000 fellowships annually for emerging and mid-career Rhode Island writers.	Not published	Up to $30K
Arts and Culture- Robert and Doreen Marshall Fund for Dramatic Arts and Classical Music Grants Orange County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robert and Doreen Marshall Fund for Dramatic Arts and Classical Music, managed by the Orange County Community Foundation, supports dramatic arts and classical music programs in Orange County.	Not published	Varies
Community Fund Grants Marshall County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $108K The most flexible and responsive of the Marshall County Community Foundation's funds for addressing current and emerging needs in Marshall County.	Not published	$108K
Andrew Jergens Foundation Grant The Greater Cincinnati Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Andrew Jergens Foundation Grant, administered by the Greater Cincinnati Foundation, focuses on enhancing the health, education, cultural experiences, and social welfare of children in the Greater Cincinnati area.	Not published	Varies
Idyllwild Community Fund Grant Inland Empire Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Idyllwild Community Fund Grant, managed by the Inland Empire Community Foundation, aims to enhance community life in Idyllwild and surrounding areas.	Not published	Up to $5K
CFWG Community Impact Grant Community Foundation Of West Georgia Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The CFWG Community Impact Grant supports charitable organizations in Carroll, Haralson, and Heard counties through an annual competitive grant process.	Not published	Varies
Forever Austin Fund Grants Charitable Holdings II · Foundation Not published · $2.3M Endowment-based grant program providing general operating support to local nonprofits. In 2025, ACF awarded $2.3 million in general operating support to 99 local nonprofits.	Not published	$2.3M
Arts in Education Grants Arts Council of Anne Arundel County Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Grants up to $5,000 (1:1 cash match recommended) enabling accredited Pre-K-12 schools and PTO/PTA groups in Anne Arundel County (public or private) to present performances and residencies in dance, history, music, theatre, and…	Not published	Up to $5K
Gibson County- Community Good Grants Program Community Foundation Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gibson County Good Grants Program offers one-time grants to support various projects in Gibson County.	Not published	Varies
Collective Futures Fund: Ongoing Platforms Grants The Andy Warhol Foundation · Foundation Not published · $8K The Collective Futures Fund offers Ongoing Platforms Grants of $8,000 to support long-term artistic projects in the Greater Boston area.	Not published	$8K
Betty Kinsman Fund Grant The Kinsman Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Betty Kinsman Fund supports arts in Oregon and southern Washington, focusing on theatre, literary arts, and photography. Grants prioritize smaller organizations and aim to celebrate individual artists and innovative presentations.	Not published	Varies
Public Art Across Maryland - New Artworks Grant Maryland Department of Commerce · State Not published · Varies The Public Art Across Maryland New Artworks Grants support artists and organizations that are planning, creating and installing new local public art projects. County Government, Municipalities/Towns, Non-Profit, Other	Not published	Varies
Hillman Foundation Grant Hillman Family Foundations · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hillman Foundation, established in 1951, aims to enhance the quality of life in Pittsburgh and southwestern Pennsylvania.	Not published	Varies
Frankenthaler Climate Initiative: Scoping Grants Helen Frankenthaler Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Frankenthaler Climate Initiative provides funding for energy efficiency projects in visual arts museums, addressing climate change through innovative cultural leadership.	Not published	Up to $25K
MSAC Professional Development Opportunity Grant Maryland State Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Maryland State Arts Council offers the Professional Development Opportunity Grant to support artists and arts organizations in Maryland.	Not published	Up to $2K
Competitive Grants El Pomar Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies El Pomar Foundation offers competitive grants on a rolling basis, reviewed four to six times a year by Trustees. Funding is available for a variety of focus areas including arts, education, health, and community initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Developing Arts in Neighborhoods (DAN) Grants Program Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Developing Arts in Neighborhoods (DAN) Grants Program supports small cultural groups in Miami-Dade County with budgets under $100,000.	Not published	Up to $20K
Chaim Schwartz Foundation Grant Chaim Schwartz Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Chaim Schwartz Foundation Grant supports initiatives that preserve and enrich Yiddish language, culture, theater, and art.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Robert F. Schumann Foundation Grant Schumann Robert F Fdn-Main · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robert F. Schumann Foundation Grant supports organizations dedicated to environmental sustainability, education, and the arts.	Not published	Varies
ISF Distribution Grant Islamic Scholarship Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The ISF Distribution Grant, offered by the Islamic Scholarship Fund, aims to support emerging Muslim filmmakers in distributing completed narrative and documentary films.	Not published	Up to $5K
Dance Touring Initiative (DTI) South Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Competitive and intensive three-year program supporting performing arts presenters throughout the South to develop rich selections of modern dance and contemporary ballet performances, workshops, and audience engagement activities	Not published	Varies

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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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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for arts award?

Of the 4,899 grants for arts Grantable lists as of November 9, 2026, 2,607 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, 2,546 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for arts due?

Of 4,899 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 226 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, 48% 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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