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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Arts DuPage Seed Grants The Dupage Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K Arts DuPage Seed Grants, offered by the DuPage Foundation, support emerging arts organizations in DuPage County. Eligible applicants, with less than three years of 501(c)(3) designation, can receive a $5,000 matching grant.	Not published	$5K
Bigelow Foundation Grant FR Bigelow Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Beginning in 2026, F. R. Bigelow Foundation will make grants using new application processes and updated funding priorities.	Not published	Varies
Zeitgeist Minnesota Film Festival - Best Narrative Feature Award Zeitgeist Center for Arts · Foundation Not published · $500	Not published	$500
MCCF - Unrestricted Grant Cycle Montgomery County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Montgomery County Community Foundation (MCCF) offers an unrestricted grant cycle aimed at enhancing various sectors in Montgomery County, including Arts, Education, and Health.	Not published	Varies
Artist Support Grants The Arts Council of Fayetteville Cumberland County Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K	Not published	$500 – $2K
Cooper Foundation Grant Cooper Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cooper Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations in Nebraska, especially in Lincoln and Lancaster County.	Not published	Varies
Community Foundation Grants (General Grantmaking) Whitley County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $50K The Community Foundation of Whitley County awards grants to deserving nonprofits and community organizations throughout the year to enhance quality of life in Whitley County.	Not published	$1K – $50K
Municipality of Anchorage: Mayor's Art Grants - Beyond the Beige Municipality of Anchorage · State Not published · Varies The Municipality of Anchorage is launching the Beyond the Beige program, which offers up to $50,000 for collaborative projects enhancing public spaces through art.	Not published	Varies
George F. and Sybil H. Fuller Foundation Grant The George F & Sybil H Fuller · Foundation Not published · Varies The George F. and Sybil H. Fuller Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations in Worcester and Boylston, Massachusetts, focusing on youth services for ages 0-22.	Not published	Varies
National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Grant - George O. Pringle Performing Arts Series Lake-Sumter State College Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K Support of the 2019-2020 George O. Pringle Performing Arts Series The NEA grant supports access to arts and cultural programming in communities both large and small across the nation.	Not published	$10K
Ruth Holmberg Arts Leadership Award Artsbuild · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ruth Holmberg Arts Leadership Award honors individuals who have made significant contributions to Chattanooga's arts and cultural community.	Not published	Varies
The League Club (TLC) Grant The League Club Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The League Club (TLC) Grant supports nonprofits in Collier and Lee counties, providing essential funding for projects that ensure access to critical care services, enhance educational outcomes, promote environmental education, and offer…	Not published	Varies
Native American Artist Fellowships: Ron and Susan Dubin Native Artist Fellowship Grant School for Advanced Research (SAR) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ron and Susan Dubin Native Artist Fellowship, part of the Indian Arts Research Center, provides support for Native American artists through a three-month residency.	Not published	Varies
BCF Community Grant Program Brookline Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides funding to programs and efforts that support the vision of a better Brookline for all who live, learn, work, and play.	Not published	Varies
Cultural Sustainability: Equity-Based Operating Grants Arts Midwest Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Varies Arts Midwest is now accepting applications for Cultural Sustainability: Equity-Based Operating Grants, a pilot program that offers grants of up to $67,000 to small arts and culture organizations that are rooted in communities of color.	Not published	Varies
NEA Big Read Grant Arts Midwest Incorporated · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The NEA Big Read Grant, managed by Arts Midwest, aims to foster community engagement through shared reading experiences.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Patrina Foundation Grant Patrina Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Patrina Foundation Grant supports educational, cultural, and social service organizations, primarily in the New York Metropolitan area.	Not published	Varies
Daniel and Susan Pfau Foundation Grant The Greater Cincinnati Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Daniel and Susan Pfau Foundation, established in 1994, focuses on enhancing education, health, cultural experiences, and social welfare for youth with disabilities and economic challenges in the Greater Cincinnati area.	Not published	Varies
CCI San José Creative Economy Fund Center for Cultural Innovation · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K Center for Cultural Innovation (CA) administers the San José Creative Economy Fund (up to $8,000) for San José creative-sector small businesses. 2026 cycle closed July 17, 2026; recurring annual.	Not published	Up to $8K
Flourish Fund CultureSource · Foundation Not published · $10K	Not published	$10K
Philippine Cultural Foundation of Hawaii Scholarship Fund Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Philippine Cultural Foundation of Hawaii Scholarship Fund supports Hawaii residents of Filipino ancestry pursuing higher education in Hawaii.	Not published	Varies
Honolulu Grants-In-Aid City & County of Honolulu · Foundation Not published · $5K – $150K The Honolulu Grants-In-Aid program aims to support services for economically and socially disadvantaged populations, focusing on public benefits in arts, culture, economic development, and the environment.	Not published	$5K – $150K
Tourism Grants Category B Cultural Council of Palm Beach County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Funding is vital for nurturing creativity in the cultural sector, promoting cultural tourism to Palm Beach County, and preserving cultural heritage.	Not published	Varies
Snapdragon Fund Grant Visual Arts Exchange · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The mission of the Snapdragon Fund is to support community-centered, artist organized projects of high artist merit.	Not published	$500 – $5K

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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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