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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WESTAF: Cultural Sustainability Grant Creative West · Foundation Not published · Up to $17K The WESTAF: Cultural Sustainability program, supported by The Wallace Foundation, offers operating grants of up to $17,000 annually to arts organizations led by and serving communities of color.	Not published	Up to $17K
Koch Cultural Trust (KCT) Enabling Grants Koch Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Koch Cultural Trust (KCT) Enabling Grants support visual and performing artists in Kansas by providing necessary funding to advance their careers.	Not published	Up to $5K
LA County Arts & Culture: Organizational Grant Program Los Angeles County: Department of Arts and Culture · State Not published · Up to $250K The LA County Arts & Culture Organizational Grant Program offers funding to nonprofit arts organizations in Los Angeles County.	Not published	Up to $250K
BCCF Competitive Grants Battle Creek Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $10K The BCCF Competitive Grants support programs and projects in the greater Battle Creek area with funding requests over $1,500.	Not published	$2K – $10K
Mathilda & Carolyn Gallmeyer Scholarship Grant Grand Rapids Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Generally the Community Foundation's scholarships are awarded to applicants who have high financial need.	Not published	Varies
Rauschenberg Medical Emergency Grants New York Foundation for the Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Rauschenberg Medical Emergency Grants, administered by the New York Foundation for the Arts, provide one-time funding up to $5,000 for artists facing unexpected medical emergencies.	Not published	Up to $5K
Community Grants (Competitive Grant Process) Manatee Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Manhart/Gibbons Family Memorial Scholarship Grant Crown Point Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Manhart/Gibbons Family Memorial Scholarship, administered by the Crown Point Community Foundation, offers financial support for one graduating high school senior pursuing education in Music or Arts.	Not published	Varies
DEW Foundation Grant Dew Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The DEW Foundation Grant supports tax-exempt charitable organizations globally, aiming to promote the common good through financial contributions and personal involvement.	Not published	Varies
Pachel Foundation Grant Pachel Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pachel Foundation, established in 2007 by Fern Pachel and the Biga family, supports charitable and arts organizations in Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin.	Not published	Varies
Butler Family Foundation Community Grant Patrick and Aimee Butler Family · Foundation Not published · $20K The Butler Family Foundation Community Grant provides two-year funding to 501(c)(3) organizations in Minnesota focused on arts, environment, and human services.	Not published	$20K
General Operating Grants Kent Cultural Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Funding for arts and culture organizations' general operating expenses. For FY 2020, the Board increased funding by 12.5% compared to FY 2019.	Not published	Varies
CFCW: The Partner Grants Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin, a 501(c)(3) charity established in 1982, offers three annual competitive grant cycles.	Not published	Up to $5K
OGE Energy Corp. Foundation Grant OGE Energy Corp. Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The OGE Energy Corp. Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) charities enhancing community well-being through education, health, and arts.	Not published	Varies
University of Maryland Art Gallery University of Maryland, College Park · State Not published · Varies The Art Gallery plays a primary role in the region’s artistic landscape as a venue promoting contemporary art and visual culture.	Not published	Varies
Emerging Curator Program Grant Los Angeles Contemporary Exhibitions · Foundation Not published · $6K The Emerging Curator Program seeks to elevate curatorial talent in Los Angeles by offering emerging curators a chance to collaborate with LACE.	Not published	$6K
Arts Fund: Specialty Field Scholarships - Music: APRA AMCOS Global Professional Development Award Grant American Australian Association · Foundation Not published · $10K The APRA AMCOS Global Professional Development Award, offered by the American Australian Association, provides US$10,000 to an emerging or mid-career Australian artist for career development in the United States.	Not published	$10K
ASCA: Cultural Collaborations Project Grants Alaska State Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $6K The Alaska State Council on the Arts offers Cultural Collaborations Project Grants, providing matching awards of up to $6,000 to support high-quality arts and cultural programs for youth in Alaska.	Not published	Up to $6K
ArtsWave Pride Grants Cincinnati Institute of Fine Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants supporting innovative programs that celebrate LGBTQIA+ voices and community in the arts. These grants fund creative projects that engage LGBTQIA+ audiences and celebrate queer cultural expression.	Not published	Varies
VIA Curatorial Fellowship Via Art Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The VIA Curatorial Fellowship awards one grant per annum to an individual in order to foster ambitious curatorial research and enhance VIA's grantmaking success. The fellowship provides discretionary funds for:	Not published	Varies
Robert Lehman Foundation Grant Robert Lehman Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robert Lehman Foundation Grant supports visual arts initiatives, including exhibitions, art education programs, scholarly publications, and lectureships.	Not published	Varies
Community Foundation of Lyon County Grant Siouxland Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $10K The Community Foundation of Lyon County Grant aims to enhance the quality of life in Lyon County by addressing community needs through charitable grants.	Not published	$250 – $10K
SAA Shakespeare Publics Award Grant Shakespeare Association Of America · Foundation Not published · Varies The SAA Shakespeare Publics Award, presented by the Shakespeare Association of America, celebrates innovative efforts that engage diverse publics with Shakespeare's works.	Not published	Varies
Arts & Culture Fund Our Fund Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $300K – $370K The Our Fund Foundation's annual Arts & Culture Fund supports dynamic LGBTQ+-specific programs and initiatives in South Florida. The foundation awarded $370,000 in 2025 and $300,000 in 2024 through this fund.	Not published	$300K – $370K

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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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