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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REDFORD CENTER INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Fiscal Sponsorship Program Overview: The Redford Center's fiscal sponsorship program is NOT direct funding but allows sponsored filmmakers to solicit tax-deductible donations through the…

CULTURESOURCE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview About Us CultureSource is a member association for non-profit arts and cultural organizations in Southeast Michigan serving Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Livingston, Monroe and St.…

FJ Brotherton Charitable Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

FJ Brotherton Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: FJ Brotherton Charitable Trust Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary The FJ Brotherton Charitable Trust Grant aims to support charitable…

INTERNATIONAL FILM SEMINARS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Flaherty Film Seminar Fellowship Organization: International Film Seminars Inc (The Flaherty) Geographic Scope: International Overview: The Flaherty offers fellowship opportunities for filmmakers,…

INTERNATIONAL FILM SEMINARS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Flaherty NYC Programmer Residency Organization: International Film Seminars Inc (The Flaherty) Geographic Scope: United States (New York City based) Overview: A professional development residency…

SANTA BARBARA BOWL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Flash Grants Organization: Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation Program Type: Quick-turnaround grants for music and performing arts education Geographic Scope: Santa Barbara area Focus Areas: Music and…

Up to $25,000
METROPOLITAN REGIONAL ARTS COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Flexible Support Funder: Metropolitan Regional Arts Council (MRAC) Geographic Scope: Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, or Washington counties in Minnesota Funding Amount: Up to $25,000…

Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

Flexible Support Grant: Tier 1 Status: ACTIVE Funder: Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: August 12, 2025 Summary The Flexible Support Grant: Tier 1, provided by…

Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

Flexible Support Grant: Tier 2 Status: ACTIVE Funder: Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: August 12, 2025 Summary The Flexible Support Grant: Tier 2, offered by…

Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

Flexible Support Grant: Tier 3 Status: ACTIVE Funder: Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: August 12, 2025 Summary The Flexible Support Grant: Tier 3, offered by…

CARROLL F V CHAR TR-MAIN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Florence V. Carroll Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Florence V Carroll Charitable Trust 59 70046400 Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: June 21, 2025 Summary The Florence V.…

FLACH MUSIC FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Florence Y. Flach Music Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Florence Y Flach Music Appreciation Fund Amount: US $2,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Summary The Florence Y. Flach Music…

CULTURESOURCE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Flourish Fund Funder: Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts (in partnership with CultureSource) Geographic Scope: Southeast Michigan (seven counties: Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Livingston, Monroe,…

CULTURESOURCE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Flourish Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: CultureSource Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: October 30, 2025 Summary The Flourish Fund Grant, offered by CultureSource, supports innovative and…

EAST BAY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fly Me To The Foon Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Bay Community Foundation Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: October 13, 2025 Summary The Fly Me To The Foon Scholarship, established by…

First National Bank of Omaha · Rolling / Open Foundation

FNBO: Community Sponsorships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: First National Bank of Omaha Last Updated: February 08, 2026 Summary FNBO's Community Sponsorships provide vital financial support to…

New Jersey State Council on the Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

Folk & Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Project Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Jersey State Council on the Arts Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary Overview New Jersey State…

Kentucky Arts Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

Folk and Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kentucky Arts Council Amount: Up to US $4,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Folk and Traditional Arts…

THE ARTS COUNCIL OF THE SOUTHERN FINGER · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Folk and Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Grants Overview: Supports apprenticeships pairing master artists with apprentices to preserve and transmit folk and traditional arts knowledge. Geographic…

MID ATLANTIC ARTS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Background Mid Atlantic Arts was established to promote and support multi-state arts programming in a region that includes Delaware, the District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York,…

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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