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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Community Grants Program - Arts Patrick and Aimee Butler Family · Foundation Not published · $20K The Butler Family Foundation's Community Grants Program offers two-year grants focusing on arts accessibility in the Twin Cities.	Not published	$20K
Arts, Enrichment & Innovation Grants Bellevue Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K Bellevue Schools Foundation offers school-based grants to teachers and staff to enhance the education experience for their students and provide opportunities for innovation in the classroom.	Not published	$2K
Teri Rogers Screenwriting Award Grant ArtsKC Regional Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $1K The Teri Rogers Screenwriting Award, presented by ArtsKC, honors the legacy of Teri Rogers by providing a $1,000 grant for a full feature or pilot script.	Not published	$1K
Western Lane Community Foundation Grant Western Lane Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100 – $5K The Western Lane Community Foundation Grant supports local non-profit organizations in western Lane County, Oregon, focusing on education, medicine, the arts, and civic services.	Not published	$100 – $5K
Art Bank Program (ABP) Grant DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Art Bank Program (ABP) supports local visual artists and nonprofit organizations in DC by acquiring original artwork for its permanent collection. This program aims to enhance public spaces and provide exposure for artists.	Not published	Up to $25K
Giving in Action Grants - Community Action Grant Moline Regional Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Giving in Action Grants - Community Action Grant by the Moline Regional Community Foundation offers funding between $5,000 and $24,999 for nonprofit organizations in various sectors, including arts, education, and health.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Cultural Arts Event Marketing Fund Dallas Tourism Public Improvement District Corporation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Cultural Arts Event Marketing Fund lets local Dallas groups and organisations apply for funding to enhance the marketing of a cultural arts event, so that it attracts or retains groups, visitors and hotel activity in Dallas.	Rolling	Varies
Enrichment: Lois B. Cohan Museums-to-Go First up · Foundation Rolling · Up to $600 Provides up to $600 in funding for early learning programs to access enriching and educational experiences from local museums and institutions, either in the classroom or via field trips. Founded to honor the memory of Lois B. Cohan.	Rolling	Up to $600
Interim Grants Arts Council Grants · State Not published · $100K Funding for special arts projects or unexpected opportunities. Organizations can receive up to 50% of costs with a maximum of $1,000 and require a match.	Not published	$100K
Sustainability Grants South Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K Emergency funding to help ensure continued operations of arts organizations during crises (e.g., COVID-19 pandemic), keep employees in their jobs, and allow organizations to remain solvent	Not published	$5K – $20K
ACF: Community Enrichment Grant Adams County Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The CEG application will go live on April 25th on the eCivis platform, closing on May 25th.	Not published	Varies
NICF: Miami County Grants - Community Support Grant Northern Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The NICF: Miami County Grants - Community Support Grant aims to support various community projects in Miami County, offering funding from several hundred to thousands of dollars.	Not published	Varies
WCCF: Capacity-Building Grant Cycle II Washington County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The WCCF Capacity-Building Grant Cycle II provides funding from $5,000 to $50,000 for projects enhancing operational, programmatic, and organizational maturity of nonprofit organizations in Washington County.	Not published	$5K – $50K
LRAC: Legacy Individual Grants Lake Region Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $6K The LRAC Legacy Individual Grants offer up to $6,000 for individual artists in Minnesota's nine-county region, promoting arts access, learning, and cultural heritage.	Not published	Up to $6K
TCA Cultural District Designation Program Grant Texas Commission On The Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies The Texas Commission on the Arts (TCA) Cultural District Designation Program aims to enhance economic development and community vitality by designating cultural districts across Texas.	Not published	Varies
OVAC Community/Artist Partnership Grant Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The OVAC Community/Artist Partnership Grant supports Oklahoma artists in creating visual art for public engagement and community projects.	Not published	Up to $2K
NPN’s Southern Artists for Social Change Grant National Performance Network Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The NPN’s Southern Artists for Social Change Grant offers $75,000 project grants to BIPOC artists and culture bearers in Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi, fostering social change through civic practice.	Not published	Up to $75K
Heart of the Arts Studio Residency Program Midtown Business Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Free studio space for 18 months The Studio Residency program partners with commercial property owners to reposition underutilized space as artist workspace. Selected artists are provided with free studio space for 18 months.	Not published	Free studio space for 18 months
OAC: Sustainability Grants Ohio Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies The OAC: Sustainability Grants provide essential operational support for large and mid-sized nonprofit arts and cultural organizations in Ohio.	Not published	Varies
Indigenous Theater Maker Award The Dramatists Guild Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dramatists Guild Foundation is thrilled to announce the opening of submissions for the Indigenous Theater-maker Award, a prestigious grant of $20,000 dedicated to honoring and supporting the outstanding work and unwavering commitment…	Not published	Varies
George B. Henderson Foundation Regular Grant George B Henderson Foundation JH5090 · Foundation Not published · $20K – $50K The George B. Henderson Foundation offers grants to enhance and preserve outdoor elements in Boston, focusing on parks, streets, and historic buildings.	Not published	$20K – $50K
Arts Capital Grant Maryland Department of Commerce · State Not published · Varies The Arts Capital grant program provides organizations with direct access to state capital funding for projects that enhance or create complete, usable, and accessible arts facilities.	Not published	Varies
The Summit Foundation Grant The Summit Foundation A Nj Nonprofit Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Summit Foundation Grant aims to support various community needs in the Summit area, focusing on education, health, arts, and assistance for individuals with disabilities.	Not published	Varies
William (Bill) Hentosh Artist Scholarship Garrett County Arts Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 An annual scholarship established by GCAC Board Member and local photographer William "Bill" Hentosh to benefit Garrett County high school students pursuing arts education.	Not published	$250

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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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