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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Gorham/McGee Early Learning Fund Grant The Denver Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Gorham/McGee Early Learning Fund Grant, managed by The Denver Foundation, aims to support nonprofits focused on enhancing education for children aged 0-12 in areas like literacy, nature, and the arts.	Not published	$5K
Beloved Community Grant Weitz Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Beloved Community Grant, established by the Weitz Family Foundation, supports nonprofits in Omaha dedicated to fostering a just and equitable community.	Not published	Up to $20K
MACI Youth Fund Grant Albion Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The MACI Youth Fund, managed by the Albion Community Foundation, aims to enhance youth education through group-focused enrichment opportunities.	Not published	Up to $2K
4Culture: Heritage Professional Development Stipend Grants 4Culture · Foundation Not published · $100 – $2K The 4Culture Heritage Professional Development Stipend Grants support King County residents and heritage organizations in enhancing their skills through conferences, workshops, and training sessions.	Not published	$100 – $2K
Keller Foundation Grant Keller Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $50K The Keller Foundation Grant, established in 1980, aims to support innovative programs for children and families, particularly in the Grand Rapids area.	Not published	$3K – $50K
Mabel Y. Hughes Charitable Trust Grant Mabel Y Hughes Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Mabel Y. Hughes Charitable Trust Grant provides financial support to charitable organizations operating in Colorado.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Deerfield Charitable Trust Grant Deerfield Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $38K The Deerfield Charitable Trust, established in 2010, supports charitable, scientific, literary, educational, and religious endeavors in Northern Tioga County, Pennsylvania.	Not published	Up to $38K
Carlsbad Community Foundation Grant Carlsbad Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carlsbad Community Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations in Carlsbad and South Eddy County, fostering projects that enhance community well-being.	Not published	Varies
Artist Support Grant - North Carolina Arts Council Region 11 The Arts Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports the work of artists across a five-county Triad region.	Not published	Varies
Wyoming Foundation Grants Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Wyoming Foundation Grants, established in 1976, aim to enhance the quality of life in Wyoming County through support for cultural, educational, and human service organizations.	Not published	Up to $5K
ASTR Selma Jeanne Cohen Conference Presentation Award Grant American Society for Theatre Research · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The ASTR Selma Jeanne Cohen Conference Presentation Award supports scholars participating in plenary or working sessions at the ASTR conference.	Not published	Up to $1K
Miller Foundation Fiscal Sponsorship James F & Marion L Miller Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Miller Foundation believes that the arts keep Oregonians of all ages creative and connected, and that holistic educational approaches keep our children engaged and inspired.	Not published	Varies
Culture and the Arts – Artist-in-Residents Programs Lake Champlain Basin Program · State Not published · Up to $4M Supports development of sustainable Artist-in-Residence programs that will recruit artists to obtain and use scientific data, cultural trends, or historical facts to increase interpretation of natural resources within the Lake Champlain…	Not published	Up to $4M
Arts Access (ACC) - Community-Based Organizations Division of the Arts Grants · State Not published · Varies Supports small budget projects that include presentation of performing, visual, literary, media, or folk arts in communities throughout the state. Organizations receiving Project Support are generally not eligible.	Not published	Varies
Livingston Community Trust Grant Livingston Community Trust Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Livingston Community Trust Grant aims to enhance the quality of life in Park County, Montana, through self-sustaining projects that focus on economic development, education, human services, and the arts.	Not published	Varies
PCCF Community Grants Park County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The PCCF Annual Community Grants provide essential funding to support local nonprofits and public entities in Park County.	Not published	Varies
Grants for Organizations: Program Support Broward County Cultural Division · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Broward County Cultural Division offers a Program Support grant aimed at funding high-quality artistic projects by both arts and non-arts organizations.	Not published	Up to $15K
New Yankee Stadium: Small Grants New Yankee Stadium Community Benefits Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The New Yankee Stadium Community Benefits Fund, Inc. ("Fund") is a not- for-profit organized under and operating pursuant to the laws of the state of New York.	Not published	Varies
Carole Harman Memorial Award New Urban Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies One of three awards given annually by New Urban Arts since 2015. Named in memory of Carole Harman, this award recognizes exceptional individuals and groups.	Not published	Varies
Grant for U.S.-Japan Community Grassroots Exchange Program The Japanese American Association of New York Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $32K The Grant for U.S.-Japan Community Grassroots Exchange Program aims to foster cultural exchange between the U.S. and Japan by funding grassroots programming initiatives.	Not published	Up to $32K
Art Works Grant (National Endowment for the Arts) Virginia Symphony Orchestra · Foundation Not published · $15K The Virginia Symphony Orchestra received this grant in 2017 to support the world premiere of composer Michael Daugherty's Concerto for Orchestra.	Not published	$15K
NYC Green Fund Treetops Grants Program City Parks Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The NYC Green Fund Treetops Grant Program provides funding for organizations with annual operating budgets between $175,000 and $2.5 million that program, steward, and advocate for parks and open spaces across NYC's five boroughs.	Not published	Up to $40K
ARAC Art Project Grant for Organizations Arrowhead Regional Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K ARAC awards Art Project Grants of up to $5,000 to organizations (nonprofit arts orgs, informal arts groups, community-education orgs, and non-arts nonprofits) presenting artistic works in the 7-county Arrowhead region of NE Minnesota +…	Not published	Up to $5K
Mary K. Bowman Fine Arts Fund Grant The Community Foundation of Washington County Maryland Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mary K. Bowman Fine Arts Fund Grant, established by the Community Foundation of Washington County, provides essential financial support for initiatives aimed at preserving historical and cultural properties in Washington County, MD.	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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