Grants for Arts

Last updated November 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,905 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from 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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Holzman Foundation Grant The Holzman Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $10K The Holzman Foundation Grant supports arts, education, humanitarian, and religious organizations in the Portland Metro area, continuing the philanthropic legacy of the Holzman family since 1990.	Not published	$500 – $10K
Local Arts and Educational Grant Program The Bernard Osher Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: At present there are more than 125 grantees in this program area, and no letters of inquiry are being accepted._ The Bernard Osher Foundation makes grants and endowment gifts to colleges, universities, and other non-profit…	Not published	Varies
Good Works Fund Grants Rotary Charities of Traverse City · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Good Works Fund Grants support projects addressing urgent community needs in Grand Traverse County. Grants of up to $5,000 are available for nonprofit organizations focusing on arts, education, health, and more.	Not published	Up to $5K
Sarah Creech Performing Arts Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of the Lowcountry · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sarah Creech Performing Arts Scholarship, established in 2013 by the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry, honors the memory of Sarah Creech.	Not published	Varies
Gerry Frost Memorial Scholarship for the Arts Fund Grant San Antonio Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gerry Frost Memorial Scholarship for the Arts Fund, managed by the San Antonio Area Foundation, supports full-time students pursuing an Associate's Degree in Fine Arts, particularly in Visual Arts such as ceramics, design, and digital…	Not published	Varies
Anne Gilbert Visual Arts Scholarship Grant The Muskingum County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Anne Gilbert Visual Arts Scholarship, offered by the Muskingum County Community Foundation, aims to support undergraduate college sophomores pursuing studies in fine arts, graphic design, art and design, or fashion design.	Not published	Varies
Chilkat Valley Community Foundation Grant Program The Alaska Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Chilkat Valley Community Foundation Grant Program, an affiliate of The Alaska Community Foundation, invites applications from 501(c)(3) organizations and equivalents to support community needs in the Chilkat Valley area.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Lupe Ontiveros Memorial Scholarship in Theatre Los Angeles County High School for the Arts Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Honor the memory of actress and force of nature Lupe Ontiveros, a mentor and dear friend to the LACHSA community	Not published	Varies
THRIVE Grants Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K THRIVE Grants provide up to $10,000 to support innovative, artist-led visual arts projects in Oklahoma. These grants encourage impactful initiatives that engage the community and push traditional exhibition boundaries.	Not published	Up to $10K
Brainerd Lakes Area Difference Maker Grants Communitygiving · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K The Brainerd Lakes Area Difference Maker Grants, offered by the CommunityGiving foundation, aim to support impactful community initiatives in Crow Wing and southern Cass Counties, Minnesota.	Not published	$5K – $30K
Large Grant Program Georgia's Own Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K Grants for local nonprofits seeking funding over $5,000 that align with Georgia's Own Foundation's mission of empowering local youth.	Not published	$5K
CFSC: Arts Grants Community Foundation of Shelby County · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Community Foundation of Shelby County offers Arts Grants to support educational programs in the arts for K-12 students in Shelby County, Ohio.	Not published	Up to $2K
Community Possible Grant Program: Play, Work, & Home Grants US Bank Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Possible Grant Program by U.S. Bank aims to foster economic and workforce advancement, as well as safe and affordable housing.	Not published	Varies
UMEZ Mertz Gilmore Seed Fund for Dance Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · $5K Created in partnership with the Mertz Gilmore Foundation to reach deeply into the Uptown dance community in search of talented artists and organizations not usually eligible for other grants.	Not published	$5K
Alabama State Council on the Arts Folklife - Consolidated Project Grant Alabama State Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Alabama State Council on the Arts offers the Folklife - Consolidated Project Grant to enhance the quality of life for Alabamians through diverse artistic support.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Innovator Award Grant International Sculpture Center · Foundation Not published · $1K The ISC Innovator Award celebrates individuals and organizations that drive creative social innovation in contemporary sculpture.	Not published	$1K
General Funding / Competitive Grants Community Foundation of Middlesex County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of Middlesex County provides competitive grants to nonprofit organizations serving Middlesex County.	Not published	Varies
The Virginia E. Lewis Scholarship Fund Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Virginia E. Lewis Scholarship Fund, established at The Pittsburgh Foundation, supports undergraduate students majoring in Art or Art History.	Not published	Varies
Responsive Grant Programs- Fast-Track Grants The Reser Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Reser Family Foundation offers Fast-Track Grants to established 501(c)(3) organizations in Oregon, focusing on Education, Health, Arts, and Environment.	Not published	Up to $15K
Hoyt Foundation Grant The Stewart W & Willma C Hoyt · Foundation Not published · Varies The Stewart W. and Willma C. Hoyt Foundation supports nonprofit organizations in Broome County, NY, focusing on arts, education, health, and human services.	Not published	Varies
Alameda County ARTSFUND Grant Program Alameda County Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Alameda County ARTSFUND Grant Program, managed by the Alameda County Arts Commission, aims to support nonprofit arts and cultural organizations serving the community.	Not published	Up to $3K
Stanley A. and Flora P. Clark Memorial Community Trust Foundation Grant Clark Sa & FP Mem FD Irr Tua · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Stanley A. and Flora P. Clark Memorial Community Trust Foundation Grant supports charitable initiatives in South Bend and St. Joseph County, Indiana.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Atherton Family Foundation Grants Atherton Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Atherton Family Foundation Grants support charitable activities in Hawai‘i, focusing on areas such as arts, education, health, and community development.	Not published	Varies
Thakkar Family Foundation Grants Thakkar Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Thakkar Family Foundation, a private organization, is committed to supporting individuals and organizations in academics, medical, athletics, and the arts within Highlands County, Florida, Tampa Bay, and Charlotte, North Carolina.	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 4,905 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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