Germaine Poliakov Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Virginia Center for the Creative Arts Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: July 30, 2025 Summary The Germaine Poliakov Fellowship, established by…
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.
Gerry Frost Memorial Scholarship for the Arts Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Antonio Area Foundation Last Updated: September 04, 2025 Summary The Gerry Frost Memorial Scholarship for the Arts…
Gertrude C. Fawley Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gertrude C. Fawley Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: December 24, 2025 Summary The Gertrude C. Fawley Foundation,…
Getty Images & Chris Hondros Fund Award Focus: Supporting photojournalists and emerging photographers who demonstrate exceptional photographic work and commitment to photojournalism. Geographic…
Getty Scholars Program at the Villa Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Getty Foundation Amount: More than US $21,500 Last Updated: September 17, 2025 Summary The Getty Scholars Program at the Villa…
Getty Scholars Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: J Paul Getty Trust Amount: US $21,500 - US $65,000 Last Updated: August 15, 2025 Summary The Getty Scholars Program fosters innovative research in…
GFFE Standard Grant Program Funder: Guilford Fund for Education Inc (CT, US) Mission: Guilford Fund for Education is an all-volunteer non-profit organization that gives Guilford educators and…
GFWC – Gun Lake Area Visual & Performing Arts Grant Geographic Scope: Delton Kellogg, Martin, Thornapple Kellogg, and Wayland Union High Schools, Michigan Purpose: Supporting visual and performing…
GG ICF: Greater Impact Grant Program Fields-of-Interest-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Grand Island Community Foundation Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Greater Grand Island…
GHCF Annual Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Alaska Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: August 28, 2025 Summary The GHCF Annual Grant Program, an initiative of…
GHCF: Community Building Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grays Harbor Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The Grays Harbor Community…
Giana Foundation Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Communities Foundation of Texas Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The Giana Foundation Scholarship offers…
Gibson County- Community Good Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Alliance, Inc. Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Gibson County Good Grants Program offers one-time…
Gifts & Grants Program Funder: Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts Overview: Each year, Pasadena Showcase awards gifts and grants to a broad and diverse list of non-profit organizations to support…
GIG Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Arts Council Agency Amount: US $2,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: July 17, 2025 Summary The GIG Fund, managed by the Illinois Arts Council Agency,…
GIG Fund: Arts and Wellness Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arts Midwest Amount: US $2,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: July 17, 2025 Summary The GIG Fund: Arts and Wellness offers grants ranging from…
Gilbert and Thyra Plass Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gilbert and Thyra Plass Charitable Trust Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: October 26, 2024 Summary The Gilbert and…
Gilbert W. Mead III Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Amount: Approximately US $500 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Gilbert W.…
Gilchrist Foundation: Capital Campaign Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gilchrist Foundation Amount: Up to US $200,000 Last Updated: November 12, 2025 Summary The Gilchrist Foundation offers capital…
Gilchrist Foundation: Endowment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gilchrist Foundation Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Gilchrist Foundation offers endowment grants aimed at supporting…
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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