Grants for Arts

Last updated August 29, 2026

There are currently 4,915 active grants for arts in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	Next Wave Grant	City of Tempe	Rolling	Up to $3K
Foundation	Fred Harris Daniels Foundation: Program And Operating Grants	The Fred Harris Daniels Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	PBC Grants	Pebble Beach Company Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Alexander Foundation Grant	Judd S Alexander Foundation	Rolling	$1K – $1M
Foundation	Live Core Artist Services	New York Live Arts Inc	Rolling	$100
Foundation	ArtSpace 2026 Member Exhibition Applications	Monmouth County Arts Council Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Emergency Grants	Foundation for Contemporary Arts Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	The Selley Foundation Grant	The Greater New Orleans Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Find Your Light Grant	Find Your Light Foundation	Rolling	$5K – $15K
Foundation	SPCF Grants	Spanish Peaks Community Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Ulster County Community Grant	Community Foundations of the Hudson	Rolling	$3K – $20K
State	Independent Artist Awards	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	LRAC: Legacy Organizational Grant	Lake Region Arts Council	Rolling	$500 – $13K
Foundation	CMAB/McKnight Individual Artist Award Grant	Central Minnesota Arts Board	Rolling	Up to $5K
Foundation	William P. Simmons Art Scholarship	Community Foundation of Central	Rolling	$500 – $2K
Foundation	Trust Management Services Grant - Portland Metro Region	Braemar Charitable Trust	Rolling	Up to $15K
Foundation	Grants for Schools: TranspARTation Grants	Delaware Division of the Arts	Rolling	Up to $500
Foundation	Hubbell-Waterman Foundation Grant	Hubbell-waterman Fndn	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Legacy Foundation of Tompkins County Grant	Legacy Foundation of Tompkins County	Rolling	Up to $5K
Foundation	GMAR Youth Foundation Grant	Greater Milwaukee Association Of	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Impact 100 Greater Indianapolis Grant	Impact 100 Greater Indianapolis Inc	Rolling	$100K
Foundation	Teri Rogers Filmmakers Grants	ArtsKC Regional Arts Council	Rolling	$10K
Foundation	Neighbor Up Action Grants	East 66th Street Services Inc	Rolling	$500 – $5K
Foundation	Addy Foundation Grant	The Addy Foundation	Rolling	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.

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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