Grants for Arts

Last updated November 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,905 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. 2,610 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 4,905; from 2,547 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $4,000–$28K
Total listed funding: $267.2M; across 2,610 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 232 with a published date

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Artist Support Grant (ASG) Craven Arts Council and Gallery Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Artist Support Grant is mentioned in the website navigation and indicated as having an informational webinar and multi-page application process.	Not published	Varies
Holt Family Foundation: Community Organizations Grant The Holt Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Holt Family Foundation, originally founded as The Daybrook Foundation post-Hurricane Katrina, aims to enhance community life in Louisiana.	Not published	Varies
2026 Grant Cycle / Community Partner Grants The Community Foundation of Will County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of Will County's primary grant program awards funds to local nonprofit organizations working in the Foundation's priority areas.	Not published	Varies
John S. Renner Memorial Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The John S. Renner Memorial Scholarship, offered by the San Luis Obispo County Community Foundation, supports LGBTQ+ individuals pursuing arts education in postsecondary institutions.	Not published	Up to $2K
Johnson Ohana Charitable Foundation: Art & Music Education Grant Program Johnson Ohana Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $20K The Johnson Ohana Charitable Foundation offers grants for art and music education, primarily focused on community involvement in Santa Barbara and Hawaii.	Not published	$3K – $20K
In These Mountains: Infrastructure Grants South Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · $30K The In These Mountains: Infrastructure Grants, offered by South Arts, aim to preserve and promote the folk arts and traditional culture of Central Appalachia.	Not published	$30K
Youth in Theatre Grants Door County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Youth in Theatre Grants aim to financially support theatrical productions in Door County that prominently feature youth in key roles.	Not published	Up to $500
Sisters in Cinema Resource Fund Sisters in Cinema NFP · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sisters in Cinema Resource Fund grant has been created to support Black women and gender nonconforming non-fiction directors in crucial stages of the production of their films.	Not published	Varies
State Historic Preservation Office Grants State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Snoqualmie Tribal Organization Grant - Arts & Culture Snoqualmie Tribal Organization · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Snoqualmie Tribal Organization Grant for Arts & Culture supports nonprofit organizations in Washington State, helping to enhance access and diversity in the arts.	Not published	Up to $50K
Arts in Parks Grant City of Seattle: Office of Arts & Culture · State Not published · $2K – $8K The Arts in Parks program, initiated by Seattle’s Office of Arts & Culture and Seattle Parks and Recreation, fosters arts and culture events in city parks, particularly in underserved neighborhoods.	Not published	$2K – $8K
Rev. Vouros Fund Grant Community Foundation of Greater New Britain · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Rev. Vouros Fund Grant, managed by the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain, honors Reverend Carl G. Vouros by supporting impactful initiatives in the community.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Jerry Garcia Award Rex Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies In memory of Grateful Dead guitarist and founding Rex board member Jerry Garcia, this award is designed to honor and support individuals and groups that work to encourage creativity in young people.	Not published	Varies
Fund for Creative Arts Therapy Dock Acres Inc · Foundation Not published · $1.5M This fund helps enhance residents' lives through the unique healing and connecting power of music, art, and dance. It supports the Creative Arts Therapy program at Living Branches communities.	Not published	$1.5M
Community Enrichment Grant Community Foundation of North Central MA · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Enrichment Grant, offered by the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts, aims to enhance community vitality through support for local arts, culture, civic engagement, and development projects.	Not published	Varies
HFPA (Hollywood Foreign Press Association) Grant to LACHSA Los Angeles County High School for the Arts Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K Support for innovative arts education programs at Los Angeles County High School for the Arts (LACHSA)	Not published	$25K
African American Foundation of Bartholomew County Heritage Fund - the Community Foundation of Bartholomew County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies To enhance the quality of life for the African American community, and therefore the broader community.	Not published	Varies
Educator Art Grants Westly Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 The Westly Foundation's Educator Art Grants strengthen arts education in music, theater, dance and visual arts. Public school teachers in grades TK-8 can receive up to $500 to enhance their classroom and after-school arts programs.	Not published	$500
South Arts Express Grants South Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Applications for this program are now closed._ South Arts believes that rural communities deserve great art, and can require specialized support to make that vision viable.	Not published	Varies
Rehoboth Lakes Fund Grant Delaware Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 – $500 Foundation began in 1986 when community leaders realized the need for a permanent source of funding to provide for Delaware’s current and future needs.	Not published	$250 – $500
Community Foundation of Lafayette Grant Lafayette Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Community Foundation of Lafayette Grant supports local nonprofits that provide essential services to the community.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Northern Lowcountry Grants: Open Grants Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Northern Lowcountry Grants, offered by the Coastal Community Foundation, support nonprofits in Berkeley, Charleston, Dorchester, and Georgetown counties.	Not published	Up to $15K
Arts in Corrections: Arts Programming for Coordinating Organizations Grant California Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $110K The Arts in Corrections program, administered by the California Arts Council, enhances the social and emotional well-being of incarcerated individuals through various artistic practices.	Not published	Up to $110K
Kelly Family Foundation Grant Kelly Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K The Kelly Family Foundation Grant is dedicated to supporting nonprofit organizations that foster education, mentoring, welfare, and the arts for youth in the Greater Boston area.	Not published	$15K

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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 4,905 grants for arts Grantable lists as of November 7, 2026, 2,610 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, 2,547 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for arts due?

Of 4,905 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 232 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, 47% 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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