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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ROCKFORD AREA CONVENTION AND · May 1, 2026 · One-time Foundation

America 250 Art & Essay Competition Funder: Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (GoRockford) Overview: Students attending elementary, middle, and high schools in Winnebago County are invited…

MARION COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

America 250 Grants Program Type: Special, one-time grant program Geographic Scope: Marion County, Ohio Total Funding: $50,000 in grant awards Program Focus: Programs focused on local heritage, civic…

Mississippi Arts Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation

America250 Public Art Grant (Large Budget) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mississippi Arts Commission Amount: US $12,000 Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary The America250 Public Art Grant, offered by the…

Mississippi Arts Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation

America250 Public Art Grant (Lower Budget) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mississippi Arts Commission Amount: US $8,000 Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary The America250 Public Art Grant invites…

The Henry Luce Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

American Art Program- Exhibition Competition Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Henry Luce Foundation Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary The American Art Program by the Henry Luce Foundation supports…

American Electric Power Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

American Electric Power Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Electric Power Foundation Last Updated: November 22, 2025 Summary The American Electric Power Foundation provides grants to…

American Fidelity Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

American Fidelity Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Fidelity Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: October 16, 2025 Summary The American Fidelity Foundation Grant…

Entertainment Community Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

American Guild of Musical Artists Relief Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Entertainment Community Fund Last Updated: January 01, 2026 Summary The American Guild of Musical Artists Relief Fund…

AMERICANA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Americana Foundation: American Heritage Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Americana Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: February 08, 2026 Summary The Americana Foundation's American…

THE SAR FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Americanism Elementary School Poster Contest Organization: Sons of the American Revolution Foundation Geographic Scope: United States (competition begins at local chapter level) Eligibility: -…

AMICA COMPANIES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Amica Companies Foundation Charitable Grants Mission Statement Our mission is to harness the power of enduring relationships to help individuals, families and communities become economically…

GREATER COLUMBUS ARTS COUNCIL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Aminah Robinson Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Columbus Arts Council Amount: US $15,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The Aminah Robinson Fellowship, offered by the Greater…

CAPITALIZE ALBANY CORPORATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Amplify Albany Grant Program Status: Active Geographic Scope: City of Albany Focus Areas: Events, activities, and promotional projects that leverage Albany's unique assets Eligible Applicants:…

BERKSHIRE TACONIC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Amy Clampitt Poet Residency Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: US $4,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The Amy Clampitt Poet Residency…

ANDERSON CHILDRENS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Anderson Children's Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Anderson's Children Foundation Amount: Up to US $80,000 Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary The Anderson Children's Foundation,…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Anderson Graphic Design Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary The Anderson Graphic Design Scholarship at Montana State University…

TOLEDO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Andersons Fund Supporting Organization Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Toledo Community Foundation Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The Andersons Fund Supporting Organization aims to enhance the…

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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