Grants for Arts

Last updated November 8, 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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John W. and Edna McManus Shepard Fund Grant Columbus Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The John W. and Edna McManus Shepard Fund, managed by The Columbus Foundation, supports cultural and economic initiatives that enhance the quality of life for residents in Cambridge and Guernsey County.	Not published	Varies
WebbCraft Family Foundation Grant The Webbcraft Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The WebbCraft Family Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations that enhance education and cultural awareness. Established in 2000, the foundation has awarded over $3.3 million to various programs.	Not published	Varies
Microgrants Public Corp for the Arts of the City of Long Beach · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Arts Council funds community art projects on a monthly basis.	Not published	Up to $1K
KFF: Challenge Grants & Capacity Building Grants The Kjellstrom Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Kjellstrom Family Foundation, established in 2004, offers challenge grants and capacity building grants to support local charities in Northern Illinois.	Not published	Up to $50K
Arts & Science Council: Arts Education Grants Arts & Science Council Charlotte/Mecklenburg Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arts Education Grants by the Arts & Science Council support nonprofit education departments in Mecklenburg County, focusing on high-quality arts and heritage programs for school-age children, especially in Title I schools.	Not published	Varies
BNSF Railway Foundation Grants BNSF Railway Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The BNSF Railway Foundation provides grants to enhance community quality of life across 28 states, focusing on educational, cultural, and social service initiatives.	Not published	$1K – $10K
The Spiral Shell Fellowship Grant Virginia Center for the Creative Arts · Foundation Not published · $1K The Spiral Shell Fellowship, established in 2022 by VCCA Fellow Sandell Morse, supports writers attending the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts' residency at Moulin à Nef in Auvillar, France.	Not published	$1K
Hardman Fund for North Adams Grant Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hardman Fund for North Adams Grant supports projects that enrich the lives of residents in North Adams, Clarksburg, Florida, and Stamford, MA.	Not published	Varies
The Roanoke Women's Foundation Grants Roanoke Womens Foundation · Foundation Not published · $30K The Roanoke Women's Foundation offers impactful grants starting at $30,000 across various sectors such as Arts & Culture, Education, Environment, and Health & Human Services.	Not published	$30K
Metro Arts Youth Apprenticeship Program Grant Quad City Arts Inc. · Foundation Not published · Up to $750 The Metro Arts Youth Apprenticeship Program, initiated by Quad City Arts, provides emerging artists aged 15-21 the opportunity to create public artwork while receiving mentorship and financial support.	Not published	Up to $750
Dodge Fund Scholarship Grant Educational Foundation of Lake County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dodge Fund Scholarship, established by the Education Foundation of Lake County, supports two graduates from Eustis, Mount Dora, or Tavares High School, one focused on Performing Arts and the other on Visual Arts.	Not published	Varies
Furthermore Grants in Publishing The JM Kaplan Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $12K Furthermore Grants in Publishing support nonfiction books focused on art, architecture, design, cultural history, and conservation, aiming to engage an informed audience.	Not published	$2K – $12K
Scottsdale Arts- Community Arts Grant Program Scottsdale Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Scottsdale Arts Community Arts Grant Program supports nonprofit arts and cultural organizations in Scottsdale and the Valley. It provides funding for projects that foster community engagement and growth in the arts sector.	Not published	Up to $10K
WHIN Walls Northwest Central Indiana Community Partnerships Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Public art initiative to support the WHIN region. WHIN · Wabash Heartland Innovation Network	Not published	Varies
Arts Recovery Fund Artsbuild · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arts Recovery Fund is designed to help ease the financial burden of startup, grassroots, and small arts and culture non-profit organizations in Hamilton County. Help small arts and culture organizations to:	Not published	Varies
Palm Beach Community Trust Fund Grant Palm Beach Community Tr Fund · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K The Palm Beach Community Trust Fund Grant aims to support charitable initiatives in Palm Beach County and surrounding areas. Established in 1955, the fund focuses on education, health, arts, environment, and human services.	Not published	$5K – $30K
New Yankee Stadium: Sports Equipment 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
CFA: Richard Guidry Cajun and Creole Language Fund Grant Community Foundation of Acadiana · Foundation Not published · Varies Connecting Generous People to the Causes They Care About Since its inception in 2000, Community Foundation of Acadiana (CFA) has become one of south Louisiana’s premier philanthropic organizations.	Not published	Varies
Live Feed Creative Residency New York Live Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Live Feed creative residency program is a laboratory for the development of new commissioned work. This is an invitation-based residency program for selected artists.	Not published	Varies
16 Tech Community Investment Fund Central Indiana Corporate Partnership Inc · Foundation Not published · $350K A community-focused fund launched in 2019 to ensure access, opportunity and revitalization of neighborhoods in and around the 16 Tech Innovation District in Indianapolis.	Not published	$350K
Youth Philanthropy Grant Program Community Foundation of Jackson Hole · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K The Youth Philanthropy Grant Program, sponsored by The Community Foundation of Jackson Hole, invites nonprofits to apply for funding between $500 and $1,500 to support various community initiatives in Teton Valley, ID, or Alta, WY.	Not published	$500 – $2K
ROCORI Area Community Builder Grant Communitygiving · Foundation Not published · $500 – $8K The ROCORI Area Community Builder Grant, offered by CommunityGiving, aims to foster lasting, positive change in the ROCORI area.	Not published	$500 – $8K
Burdine Johnson Foundation Grant The Burdine Johnson Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K Motivated by the desire to enhance the quality of life for those in Hays County and Central Texas, the Burdine Johnson Foundation awards grants to local charitable organizations involving the arts, education, health and human services, the…	Not published	$5K – $30K
Local Arts Councils and Service Organizations Grants New Mexico Arts · Foundation Not published · $10K The Local Arts Councils and Service Organizations Grants, offered by New Mexico Arts, support tax-exempt organizations and government agencies that serve artists and arts education.	Not published	$10K

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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 8, 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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