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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Grant	Deadline ▲	Amount
ASTR Theater and Performance Art Studies Research Fellowships Grant American Society for Theatre Research · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The ASTR Theater and Performance Art Studies Research Fellowships provide funding for scholars conducting significant research in theatre and performance studies.	Not published	Up to $3K
Culture Forward Grant (Svane Family Foundation) Mid Market Business Association · Foundation Not published · $75K Support for innovative arts programming and community engagement to transform San Francisco's Mid-Market corridor into a thriving cultural and economic hub Support for Mid-Market Foundation's initiatives:	Not published	$75K
CBT: Arts and Culture Program - Mentoring / Master Classes Grant Columbia Basin Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The CBT Arts and Culture Program provides funding for mentoring and master classes aimed at enhancing the skills of artists in the Basin.	Not published	Up to $5K
Dendel Scholarship Grant Handweavers Guild of America Inc. · Foundation Not published · $4K HGA is an international membership association created to encourage excellence, inspire creativity, and preserve fiber arts traditions through education and community. Our mission is to educate, support and inspire the fiber art community.	Not published	$4K
GKFF Tulsa Artist Fellowship Grant George Kaiser Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $150K The GKFF Tulsa Artist Fellowship, established in 2015 by the George Kaiser Family Foundation, supports visionary artists and arts workers in Tulsa, Oklahoma.	Not published	$150K
Atmore Community Foundation Grant The Community Foundation of South Alabama · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Atmore Community Foundation Grant supports nonprofits in the Atmore community, focusing on enhancing quality of life through various sectors including arts, education, and health.	Not published	Up to $3K
ASC Artist Support Grants Arts & Science Council Charlotte/Mecklenburg Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The ASC Artist Support Grants program supports emerging and established artists in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg area by funding professional and artist development.	Not published	Up to $3K
ACF Competitive Grants Program Athens County Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $8K Office: 2 S Court St, 2nd Floor, Athens, Ohio (entrance through Chase Bank)	Not published	$3K – $8K
Jim Henson Foundation: Artist Grants The Jim Henson Foundation · Foundation Not published · $4K – $10K The Jim Henson Foundation offers annual grants for innovative contemporary puppet theater works, with three categories: Workshop Grants ($3,000), Production Grants ($7,000), and Family Grants ($4,000).	Not published	$4K – $10K
Lakeway Civic Corporation Grant Program Lakeway Civic Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lakeway Civic Corporation manages a trust fund that supports projects in the City of Lakeway that benefit its residents. Grants can be used by individuals or organizations for:	Not published	Varies
Artists with Disabilities Access Program Grant Ohio Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Ohio Arts Council is a state agency that funds and supports quality arts experiences to strengthen Ohio communities culturally, educationally, and economically.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Maine Craft Apprenticeship Program (CAP) Grant Maine Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · $5K The Maine Craft Apprenticeship Program (CAP) connects aspiring artisans with experienced mentors for 100 hours of hands-on training over seven months.	Not published	$5K
Cox Charities Fund Community Investment Grants Baton Rouge Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Cox Charities Fund Community Investment Grants, sponsored by the Baton Rouge Area Foundation, aim to empower local nonprofits and schools through financial support.	Not published	Up to $5K
IAC Arts Organization Support Grant Indiana Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies The IAC Arts Organization Support Grant provides vital annual operating support to eligible arts organizations in Indiana, helping them fulfill their artistic and administrative missions.	Not published	Varies
Sarkeys Foundation Grant Sarkeys Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sarkeys Foundation is a private charitable organization based in Oklahoma, dedicated to supporting 501(c)(3) entities that provide crucial services to underserved communities.	Not published	Varies
Mansfield Community Fund Grant Community Foundation of NCW · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mansfield Community Fund, supported by the Community Foundation of North Central Washington, offers grants to 501(c)3 nonprofits and governmental agencies serving the Mansfield community.	Not published	Varies
Snowy Owl Foundation Grant Snowy Owl Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Snowy Owl Foundation Grant, established in 2010, supports organizations focused on Land, Art, Education, and Human Need.	Not published	Up to $5K
Culture & Community Oklahoma City Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K One of OCCF's Community Grant Programs designed to meet pressing community needs. Guidelines and eligibility criteria are based on donor intent.	Not published	Up to $30K
Skokie Community Foundation Annual Grants Program Skokie Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K Skokie Community Foundation awards grants annually to local nonprofit organizations serving Skokie residents.	Not published	$25K
Underserved Initiative Arts Commission Grants · State Not published · Varies To ensure more equitable access to the arts throughout the state, the Mississippi Arts Commission identifies counties that have not recently received grants or services from MAC and provides direct outreach to locations in those counties…	Not published	Varies
Educational Outreach - Fall Cycle Grant Allied Arts of Oklahoma Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Educational Outreach - Fall Cycle grant, provided by Allied Arts of Oklahoma Inc, is dedicated to enhancing arts experiences for underserved K-12 students in Oklahoma.	Not published	Up to $5K
Monterey Peninsula Foundation K-12 Grant Monterey Peninsula Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $500K The Monterey Peninsula Foundation K-12 Grant supports local nonprofits and schools in Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Benito Counties, focusing on arts, education, health, and community services.	Not published	$1K – $500K
Arts Learning: In Schools & In Community Grant New Mexico Arts · Foundation Not published · $10K The Arts Learning in Schools and In Community grant by New Mexico Arts supports arts education for K-12 students in both school and community settings.	Not published	$10K
Professional Education Scholarships Trilith Institute Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Scholarships designed to increase access to high-quality, hands-on training in film, television, and digital media for Trilith Institute Professional Education (Pro-Ed) courses.	Rolling	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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