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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Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs · Rolling / Open Foundation

International Cultural Partnerships (ICP) Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

International Institute Funds Mini-Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of Mahoning Valley Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: February 22, 2025 Summary The International Institute Funds…

TEXAS LIONS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

International Peace Poster Contest Geographic Scope: Texas Lions Districts Overview: Youth contest where students create posters promoting peace. Sponsored by Texas Lions as part of youth programs…

SAMUEL H KRESS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Our Mission Our mission at the Samuel H. Kress Foundation (est. 1929) is to sustain and carry out the original vision of our founder, Samuel H. Kress (1863-1955). We support the work of…

Center for Cultural Innovation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Investing in Artists: Tools & Equipment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Center For Cultural Innovation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: July 11, 2025 Summary The Investing in Artists:…

INVESTORS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Investors Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Investors Foundation Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The Investors Foundation Grant aims to create positive, lasting impacts in communities…

More than US $2,500
Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa · Rolling / Open Foundation

Iowa County Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa Amount: More than US $2,500 Last Updated: February 28, 2026 Summary The Iowa County Community Foundation, part of the…

ILLINOIS PRAIRIE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

IPCF's Mirza/Arts & Culture Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Prairie Community Foundation Amount: US $600 - US $5,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The IPCF's Mirza/Arts & Culture…

IRVINE PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

IPSF Scholarship for the Arts in Honor of Will Ferrell Award Amount: $10,000 Geographic Scope: Irvine Unified School District (IUSD), California Eligibility: - Graduating IUSD high school students…

The Irene E and George A Davis Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Irene E. & George A. Davis Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Irene E And George A Davis Foundation Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The Irene E. & George A. Davis Foundation provides…

Japanese American National Museum · Rolling / Open Foundation

Irene Yamamoto Arts Writers Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Japanese American National Museum Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: April 12, 2025 Summary The Irene Yamamoto Arts Writers Fellowship…

Siouxland Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ireton Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Siouxland Community Foundation Last Updated: October 02, 2025 Summary The Ireton Community Foundation Grant aims to address community needs in…

Irish Institute Inc · September 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Irish Institute of New York Grant Program Funder: Irish Institute of New York Geographic Scope: Not specified, but examples of 2025 recipients include New York-based organizations Focus Areas: Irish…

CROLL IRMA L & ABRAM S CHAR-MAIN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Irma L. and Abram S. Croll Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Irma L & Abram S Croll Charitable Tr 59300189 Amount: US $25,000 - US $200,000 Last Updated: June 28, 2025 Summary The Irma L.…

Iron Range Resources · Rolling / Open State

Iron Range Resources - Grants Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation provides financial assistance to communities that invest in their foundational, business and social assets to ensure quality of…

Iroquois Gas Transmission System · Rolling / Open Foundation

Iroquois’ Community Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Iroquois Gas Transmission System Amount: US $2,500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The Iroquois Community Grant Program,…

Drexel Hillel · Rolling / Open Foundation

Isaac Anolic Jewish Book Arts Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Drexel Hillel Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: January 06, 2026 Summary The Isaac Anolic Jewish Book Arts Award offers $1,500 to…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GRAND FORKS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Iseminger Endowment for the Arts Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks, and Region Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary…

Up to US $5,000
Islamic Scholarship Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

ISF Distribution Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Islamic Scholarship Fund Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: September 05, 2025 Summary The ISF Distribution Grant, offered by the Islamic Scholarship…

Islamic Scholarship Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

ISF Documentary Film Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Islamic Scholarship Fund Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: September 05, 2025 Summary The ISF Documentary Film Grant supports emerging Muslim…

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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