Grants for Arts

Last updated November 9, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,900 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. 2,608 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 4,900; from 2,546 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $4,000–$27K
Total listed funding: $266.9M; across 2,608 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 227 with a published date

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Mary Morton Parsons Foundation Grant The Mary Morton Parsons Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $500K The Mary Morton Parsons Foundation supports Virginia-based nonprofits focusing on capital projects across various sectors, including arts, education, and conservation.	Not published	$50K – $500K
IPCF's Mirza/Arts & Culture Grants Illinois Prairie Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $600 – $5K The IPCF's Mirza/Arts & Culture Grants support programs focused on art, music, and theatre education, as well as performing and visual arts.	Not published	$600 – $5K
ARAC Art Project Grant for Individuals Arrowhead Regional Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Arrowhead Regional Arts Council (Duluth, MN) awards Art Project Grants of up to $4,000 to individual artists in its 7-county region (Aitkin, Carlton, Cook, Itasca, Koochiching, Lake, St. Louis) plus the Fond du Lac, Grand Portage, Bois…	Not published	Up to $4K
Resiliency Fund Potlatch Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Resiliency Fund is a grant program that supports individual Native artists and Native-led organizations across the four-state service area.	Not published	Varies
Long-Term Projects Grant Canada Council for the Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The Long-Term Projects grant by the Canada Council for the Arts supports First Nations, Inuit, and Métis artists and organizations in creating impactful cultural initiatives.	Not published	Up to $300K
Catalyzing Impact Grant Program Cincinnati Institute of Fine Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Catalyzing Impact Grant Program by ArtsWave aims to enhance community connections and economic vitality in Greater Cincinnati through arts and cultural heritage projects.	Not published	Up to $10K
NHSCA ARTS Conservation License Plate Grant New Hampshire State Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · $2K – $30K The NHSCA ARTS Conservation License Plate Grant, offered by the New Hampshire State Council on the Arts, supports projects aimed at conserving publicly owned artworks and historic cultural facilities.	Not published	$2K – $30K
Abington Foundation Grant The Abington Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Abington Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations serving low-income populations in Cuyahoga County, focusing on education, economic independence, healthcare, and cultural activities.	Not published	Varies
The Jan and Frank Cicero Fellowship Grant The Newberry Library · Foundation Not published · $3K The Jan and Frank Cicero Fellowship supports artists in the visual and performing arts for one month, providing a stipend of $3,000.	Not published	$3K
The Gordon Parks Foundation Fellowship in Art Meserve-Kunhardt Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K	Not published	$25K
Museum Assessment Grant Program American Association of Museums · Foundation Not published · Varies MAP offers five assessments.	Not published	Varies
Grassroots Arts Program Grant Asheville Area Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $3K – $8K Provides program and operating support to nonprofit arts organizations and arts programs in Buncombe County; grants range $2,500-$7,500 (up to $7,500).	Not published	$3K – $8K
Municipality of Anchorage: Mayor's Art Grants - General Category Municipality of Anchorage · State Not published · $75K The Municipality of Anchorage is offering the Mayor's Art Grants to support local nonprofit organizations in the arts and culture sector.	Not published	$75K
Graham Foundation: Grants To Organizations Graham Foundation for Advanced Studies in the Fine Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Graham Foundation for Advanced Studies in the Fine Arts offers grants to organizations focused on architecture and its role in society.	Not published	Up to $30K
Fine Arts Scholarships Juneau Arts & Humanities Council · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarship program for fine arts students. Limited details available in provided website content.	Not published	Varies
Madison Education Foundation Teacher Grants Madison Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $416 – $12K The Madison Education Foundation (MEF) provides grants to support teacher-initiated projects and innovative classroom ideas across all five Madison Public Schools in Madison, NJ.	Not published	$416 – $12K
Arts Grants for Schools: Artist Residency in Schools Northwest Minnesota Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council offers grants for artist residencies in schools, providing up to $3,000 to support a week-long residency.	Not published	Up to $3K
ARAC Emergency Relief Fund Arrowhead Regional Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K ARAC's Emergency Relief Fund provides $500 or $1,000 to individual artists in the Arrowhead region with a critical need (healthcare, housing, equipment, or legal emergency).	Not published	$500 – $1K
Individual Artist Equity Grant Arrowhead Regional Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $4K – $4K Supports individual artists through competitive grant funding for artistic projects and professional development. Based on recent awards, supported projects include:	Not published	$4K – $4K
Individual Fellowship Asian Cultural Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Individual Fellowship program provides flexible support for Japanese artists conducting focused research and cultural exchange projects internationally, particularly emphasizing connections within Asia.	Not published	Varies
Joseph E. Beauchamp Charitable Trust Grant Joseph E Beauchamp Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Joseph E. Beauchamp Charitable Trust Grant supports religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes, particularly focusing on Protestant and non-sectarian agencies.	Not published	Varies
Public Art in Community Grant Arts Commission Grants · State Not published · Varies In partnership with the Levitt Foundation, The Maddox Foundation, and Mississippi Main Street, the Mississippi Arts Commission's (MAC) Public Art in Community Grant combines a public art grant with a multi-year Levitt AMP Music Series…	Not published	Varies
Hubbard Family Foundation Grants Hubbard Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Hubbard Family Foundation, established in 1983, aims to improve the quality of life for residents in Edmonds and South Snohomish County.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Leveraging State Investments in Creative Aging National Assembly of State Arts Agencies Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies

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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 4,900 grants for arts Grantable lists as of November 9, 2026, 2,608 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $4,000 and $27K. 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 4,900 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 227 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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