Last updated June 21, 2026
There are currently 4,960 active grants for arts in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
FWAC: Small Grants For Community Arts Projects Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Five Wings Arts Council Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: October 02, 2025 Summary The Five Wings Arts Council offers…
FX Storytelling Legacy Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Negro College Fund Inc Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: August 29, 2025 Summary The FX Storytelling Legacy Scholarship,…
FY 2026 U.S. Creative Tech Exchange The U.S. Creative Tech Exchange (U.S.CTX) is a new international arts exchange program that drives economic growth by connecting U.S. creative professionals and…
G. N. Wilcox Trust Grant - Capital Project Status: ACTIVE Funder: G. N. Wilcox Charitable Trust Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The G. N. Wilcox Trust Grant for…
G.I.F.T. Program (Grant Initiative Fundraising Team) Funder: Community Knights Inc (Newport News, VA) Overview: Community Knights has awarded over $1/2 million in grant funds to the Virginia…
GA Arts: Arts Education Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Council for the Arts Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary The Georgia Arts: Arts Education…
GA Arts: Cultural Facilities Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Council for the Arts Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: July 23, 2025 Summary The GA Arts: Cultural Facilities Grant,…
GA Arts: General Operating Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Council for the Arts Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary The GA Arts: General Operating Support Grant,…
GA Arts: Project Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Council for the Arts Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: December 25, 2025 Summary The GA Arts: Project Grant, offered by the Georgia…
GA Arts: Vibrant Communities Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Council for the Arts Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: July 17, 2025 Summary The GA Arts: Vibrant Communities Grant, funded…
Gadomski Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gadomski Foundation Last Updated: March 25, 2026 Summary The Gadomski Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations primarily in the Lehigh…
Gambrill Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gambrill Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Gambrill Foundation provides grants to 501(c)(3)…
GAP Grant Funder: Community Arts Partnership of Tompkins County Inc (NY, US) Geographic Scope: Tompkins County, NY Contact: Community Arts Partnership, 110 N. Tioga Street (Tompkins Center for…
GAR Foundation: Grants for Nonprofits Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gar Foundation Last Updated: July 06, 2025 Summary The GAR Foundation supports nonprofits in Akron, Ohio, focusing on initiatives that…
Garden-Scale Art Exhibition Status: Ongoing Geographic Scope: Open to artists internationally; no residency requirement, though travel stipend not available Focus Areas: Garden-scale outdoor art…
Garneau-Nicon Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Garneau-Nicon Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Garneau-Nicon Family Foundation Grant…
Gary S. Wilmer / RAMI Music Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northern Illinois Last Updated: September 22, 2025 Summary The Gary S. Wilmer / RAMI Music Scholarship…
Gayle Sundt Creative Arts Fund Status: Active (mentioned in grants listing) Geographic Scope: White Bear Lake Area School District (Minnesota) Focus Area: Creative arts support Overview: Listed among…
Gaylord Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: E L And Thelma Gaylord Foundation Last Updated: November 25, 2025 Summary The E.L. and Thelma Gaylord Foundation, established in 1994, supports…
GCAC Capital Expense Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Columbus Arts Council Amount: US $5,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: March 06, 2026 Summary The GCAC Capital Expense Grants support…
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.
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.
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.