Grants for Arts

Last updated November 9, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,900 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. 2,608 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@MSP Public Art & Exhibition Opportunities Airport Foundation MSP · Foundation Rolling · Varies Open calls from Arts@MSP for U.S.-based professional artists and arts organizations: RFQ to join the public-art roster, RFP for rotating exhibitions, and RFP for performing arts at MSP Terminals 1 & 2.	Rolling	Varies
Ewing Arts Awards Arts Alive Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Every July, The Keene Sentinel and Arts Alive partner to celebrate the diversity and excellence of artists in the Monadnock region. The mission is to bring hometown recognition to local, world-class artists.	Not published	Varies
Brooks and Joan Fortune Family Foundation Grant Brooks and Joan Fortune Family · Foundation Not published · Varies The Brooks and Joan Fortune Family Foundation Grant supports educational, artistic, and outreach initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Ruth P. Seruga Trust Grant Seruga R Char · Foundation Not published · $3K The Ruth P. Seruga Trust Grant provides funding to non-profit organizations that enhance the quality of life in Lehigh County, PA.	Not published	$3K
McCluskey Family Foundation: Scholarship Fund Grants Ramsey McCluskey Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Ramsey McCluskey Family Foundation offers grants to support arts and general education projects within a 50-mile radius of MetroWest Boston.	Not published	Up to $3K
Rose Hills Foundation Grant The Rose Hills Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Rose Hills Foundation Grant aims to foster a healthier and more equitable Southern California by funding nonprofits that address critical needs in the community.	Not published	$10K
Arts Organizations: StartUp Program Grant Delaware Division of the Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Delaware Division of the Arts offers the StartUp Program Grants aimed at strengthening the management capacity of emerging arts organizations in Delaware.	Not published	Up to $3K
Accessibility Grants South Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K South Arts, Inc. is offering Accessibility Grants of up to $2,500 to nonprofit organizations in the Southeast to enhance accessibility in arts programs for individuals with disabilities.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Arts Council of Anne Arundel County Community Arts Grants Arts Council of Anne Arundel County Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County offers Community Arts Grants to support nonprofit arts organizations in providing enriching programming to county residents.	Not published	Up to $3K
Sullivan County Arts & Heritage Grant (SCAHG) Delaware Valley Arts Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides funding for Community Arts projects to arts and cultural non-profits in Sullivan County, made possible by the Sullivan County Legislature.	Not published	Varies
The Awesome Foundation - Philly Chapter Grants Cultureworks Greater Philadelphia · Foundation Rolling · Varies Funding opportunity with rolling deadline cycle.	Rolling	Varies
Houston Arts Alliance: Festival Grant Houston Arts Alliance · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Houston Arts Alliance (HAA) is dedicated to enhancing the city's artistic landscape through its Festival Grant program, which provides up to $10,000 to support arts festivals and cultural events.	Not published	Up to $10K
Scherman Foundation: Arts Program Grant The Scherman Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Scherman Foundation's Arts Program supports organizations in New York City that promote economic, political, and cultural transformation for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC).	Not published	Varies
NAC: The Arts Accessibility Grant for Improvement Projects Nebraska Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Arts Accessibility Grant for Improvement Projects, provided by the Nebraska Arts Council, aims to enhance access to arts programs and facilities for individuals with disabilities.	Not published	Up to $5K
Sanford Jones Fund for the Arts Association Montessori International · Foundation Not published · $100 – $400 Provides AMI/USA members with the opportunity to expand arts-related activities in their Montessori environments.	Not published	$100 – $400
Platteville Community and Excellence In Education Funds Grant Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · $30K The Platteville Community and Excellence in Education Funds support various charitable initiatives in the Platteville area, promoting projects in arts, education, health, and environmental preservation.	Not published	$30K
CBT: Arts and Culture Program - Minor Capital Arts Grant Columbia Basin Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The CBT: Arts and Culture Program - Minor Capital Arts aims to enhance and preserve arts and cultural venues in the Columbia Basin region.	Not published	Up to $10K
Prairie Meadows Event Sponsorships & Donations Grant Prairie Meadows Race Track and Casino Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Prairie Meadows Event Sponsorships & Donations provides vital support to nonprofit organizations in Iowa, enhancing community initiatives through event sponsorships and in-kind donations.	Not published	Varies
Akima Grant Program Akima Club Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Akima Grant Program, managed by Akima Club Inc, provides essential financial support to local nonprofit agencies.	Not published	Varies
First Horizon Foundation Grant (Knoxville, Maryville, Sevierville and Cookeville, TN) First Horizon Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The First Horizon Foundation Grant supports organizations in East Tennessee, focusing on areas such as arts, education, environment, financial literacy, and health services.	Not published	Varies
Teaching Artist Relief Grants Monmouth County Arts Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $2K Relief grants funded by the New Jersey Arts & Culture Renewal Fund (NJACRF) of the Princeton Area Community Foundation, administered by Monmouth Arts as regranting agency for a third year.	Not published	$1K – $2K
Kresge Artist Fellowships Grant The Kresge Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K The Kresge Artist Fellowships provide $50,000 awards to emerging and established artists in metro Detroit, supporting their careers with no-strings-attached funding and a showcase film.	Not published	$50K
Lee County Charitable Fund: Impact Grant Keokuk Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K The Lee County Charitable Fund offers an Impact Grant of up to $25,000 for nonprofit organizations in Lee County, Iowa, focused on immediate community benefits.	Not published	$25K – $100K
MAC Mini-Grants for Organizations Mississippi Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · $200 – $1K The MAC Mini-Grants for Organizations provide vital funding to support professional development and capacity building for Mississippi-based arts organizations.	Not published	$200 – $1K

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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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