Grants for Arts

Last updated November 9, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,900 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from federal, 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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Nicor Gas: Pillar Grants - Community Enrichment Nicor Gas · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Nicor Gas offers Pillar Grants for Community Enrichment, focusing on enhancing the vitality and livability of neighborhoods within its service area.	Not published	Up to $5K
Field-of-Interest Grant Program - Arts and Culture Fund Community Foundation of Mendocino County · Foundation Not published · $1K – $8K The Field-of-Interest Grant Program, established in 2016 by the Community Foundation of Mendocino County, offers funding opportunities for local nonprofits focusing on arts and culture, disaster relief, and community resilience.	Not published	$1K – $8K
SF Thrives Grants Mid Market Business Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Operational expense reimbursements for small businesses that persevered through the pandemic	Not published	Up to $10K
Local Parks Grant: Implementation Grants Arts in California Parks · Foundation Not published · Varies The Local Parks Grant: Implementation Grants program by Arts in California Parks aims to foster community ties by enhancing local cultural history through art and nature in parks.	Not published	Varies
Community Grants The Taos Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $17K The Taos Community Foundation awards annual community grants to local nonprofits through a competitive process. In recent cycles, the Foundation has awarded nearly $180,000-$1.1 million in total grants to area organizations.	Not published	$1K – $17K
Bemidji Area Arts Endowment Fund Grant Northwest Minnesota Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Bemidji Area Arts Endowment Fund Grant, managed by the Northwest Minnesota Foundation, supports local schools and nonprofit organizations by providing grants up to $1,500 for arts initiatives.	Not published	Up to $2K
Kronkosky Charitable Foundation Grant: Arts & Culture Albert & Bessie Mae Kronkosky Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kronkosky Charitable Foundation Grant for Arts & Culture supports innovative and creative projects that enhance community vibrancy and provide access to essential cultural resources.	Not published	Varies
Hind Foundation Standard Grant Hind Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hind Foundation Standard Grant supports impactful community projects in California since 2006.	Not published	Varies
Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Large Grants Program U.S. Mission to Cambodia · Federal Forecast · $200K – $800K FUNDING AREAS - SPECIFIC TO THE AFCP 2019 ANNUAL COMPETITION The AFCP Large Grant Program supports the preservation of major ancient archaeological sites, historic buildings and monuments, and major museum collections that are accessible…	Forecast	$200K – $800K
General Fund Grant Program Cambridge Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The General Fund supports various miscellaneous grant requests, special Cambridge School District programs, and the Southern WI Regional Food Pantry.	Not published	Varies
Sunderland Foundation Grant The Sunderland Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Since its inception, the Foundation, which is still led by Lester T. Sunderland's descendants, has focused on supporting construction projects, awarding grants to nonprofits in the Kansas City region and other markets traditionally served…	Not published	Varies
Teichert Foundation Grant Teichert Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $8K The Teichert Foundation Grant supports organizations in California that enhance community welfare through civic improvement, culture, education, and environmental sustainability.	Not published	$3K – $8K
Michael J. Connell Foundation Grant Michael J Connell Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Michael J. Connell Foundation Grant supports a variety of initiatives in the Pasadena/Los Angeles area, focusing on cultural, educational, environmental, and medical endeavors.	Not published	Varies
Stoughton Area Community Foundation Grants Stoughton Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $300 – $5K The Stoughton Area Community Foundation Grants support local organizations and individuals, enhancing community life through charitable funding.	Not published	$300 – $5K
Ariel Foundation Grants The Ariel Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ariel Foundation Grants support initiatives that enhance the quality of life in Mount Vernon, Ohio.	Not published	Varies
Mary Gourlay Charitable Trust Grant Gourlay Mary Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mary Gourlay Charitable Trust was established in Mary Gourlay's memory in 2017 under the Last Will and Testament of Charles F. Gourlay, who was Mary's son.	Not published	Varies
Clovis Community Foundation Grants Clovis Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Clovis Community Foundation provides grants to nonprofit organizations aimed at enhancing culture, arts, and recreation in Clovis.	Not published	Up to $10K
Barbara Smith Speech, Debate & Drama Fund Miami Public Schools Enrichment · Foundation Not published · $25K A newly established challenge grant fund designed to support the sustained success and growth of the Speech, Debate, & Drama program at Miami High School.	Not published	$25K
ONEOK Foundation Community Investments Grants Oneok Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The ONEOK Foundation Community Investments Grants support organizations that enhance community well-being through arts, education, health, and environmental initiatives.	Not published	Varies
CMAB Community Arts Support Grant Program Central Minnesota Arts Board · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The CMAB Community Arts Support Grant Program, managed by the Central Minnesota Arts Board, provides vital funding to enhance arts access in Benton, Sherburne, Stearns, and Wright counties.	Not published	$3K – $10K
Space2Place Strategic Placemaking Micro-Grants Big Sky Economic Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies Strategic Placemaking involves creating places that people want to live, work, play, and learn in. Grant funds support projects that revitalize public areas.	Not published	Varies
Bethlehem Community Recovery Fund Grant City of Bethlehem · State Not published · $5K – $50K The Bethlehem Community Recovery Fund aims to support nonprofit organizations addressing pandemic-related needs in the community.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Campbell Opera Librettist Prize Opera America Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Campbell Opera Librettist Prize is awarded annually to an American librettist who has exceptional talent for writing opera librettos.	Not published	Varies
Core / General Operating Support: Cycle 1 Grant Hutton Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Hutton Parker Foundation is offering Core/General Operating Support in 2025 to eligible nonprofit organizations in Santa Barbara County focused on Health & Human Services and Arts & Culture.	Not published	$5K – $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 4,900 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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