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.

5,129 grants
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Annie Lee Robbins Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Annie Lee Robbins Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Annie Lee Robbins Foundation Last Updated: January 10, 2026 Summary The Annie Lee Robbins Foundation Grant supports initiatives that enhance…

ANNMARIE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

AnnMarie Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Annmarie Foundation Inc. Last Updated: March 15, 2026 Summary The AnnMarie Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations in Wisconsin that were…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EAST CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Annual Community Commitment Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of East Central Illinois Amount: US $500 - US $7,500 Last Updated: July 24, 2024 Summary The Annual Community Commitment…

THE COUNCIL FOR CANADIAN AMERICAN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Annual Cross-Border Scholarships Organization: Council for Canadian American Relations Geographic Scope: Cross-border (Canada-US) Focus Areas: - Music - Dance - Visual arts Eligibility: Students in…

OLD GREENWOOD COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · October 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Annual Grant Cycle Funder: Tahoe Mountain Resorts Foundation (TMRF) Geographic Scope: Tahoe-Truckee area (Truckee, North Lake Tahoe region; communities of Old Greenwood, Gray's Crossing, the Village…

TAHOE MOUNTAIN RESORTS FOUNDATION · October 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Annual Grant Cycle Geographic Scope: Truckee-North Tahoe region, including Old Greenwood, Gray's Crossing, the Village at Northstar, and Mountainside communities Focus Areas: - Environmental programs…

UNITED WAY OF GLOUCESTER COUNTY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Annual Grant Program - Community Enrichment Funder: United Way of Gloucester County (NJ, US) Geographic Scope: Gloucester County, New Jersey Status: Active grant program accepting applications…

Up to $25,000
HORSESHOE FOUNDATION OF FLOYD COUNTY INC · August 31, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Annual Grants Funder: Caesars Foundation of Floyd County Inc Geographic Scope: Floyd County, Indiana Background: The Caesars Foundation of Floyd County was established in October 1999 by Caesars…

GREATER TACOMA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Annual Grants (Endowed Funds) Overview: Annual distribution of grants from endowed funds established by donors with GTCF to provide ongoing, sustainable support to community organizations and causes.…

Varies by organization
Highland Park Community Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Annual Grants Program Funder: Highland Park Community Foundation (IL, US) Overview: Grants are awarded on an annual basis to qualified nonprofits and governmental agencies that have completed a…

$1,000 - $20,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE FLORIDA · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Annual Grants Program Overview: The Community Foundation of the Florida Keys' annual competitive grants program supports a variety of initiatives benefiting Florida Keys residents. Grants aim for…

ARTS COUNCIL OF INDIANAPOLIS INC · February 16, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Annual Grants Program Funder: City of Indianapolis, administered by Indy Arts Council Program History: Since 1987, the City of Indianapolis has invested in nonprofit arts and culture organizations…

JOHN WILLIAM POPE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Annual Grants: Human Services & Arts Requests Status: ACTIVE Funder: John William Pope Foundation Last Updated: June 21, 2025 Summary The John William Pope Foundation provides annual grants focusing…

NEW CANAAN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Annual Main Grant Funding Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Canaan Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The Annual Main Grant Funding Cycle by the New…

Society for Ethnomusicology · Rolling / Open Foundation

Annual Meeting Travel Fund - Student Awards Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society for Ethnomusicology Amount: US $800 Last Updated: May 17, 2025 Summary The Society for Ethnomusicology offers the…

U.S. Mission to Italy · Rolling / Open Federal

ANNUAL PROGRAM STATEMENT - PUBLIC AFFAIRS ITALY The U.S. Mission to the Republic of Italy’s Public Affairs Section (PAS) is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy…

Frequently Asked Questions

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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