Grants for Arts

Last updated November 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,905 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. 2,610 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 4,905; from 2,547 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $4,000–$28K
Total listed funding: $267.2M; across 2,610 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 232 with a published date

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International Cultural Partnerships (ICP) Grants Program Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The International Cultural Partnerships (ICP) Grants Program offers funding to professional cultural organizations based in Miami-Dade County.	Not published	Up to $40K
Entergy Micro Grants Entergy Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Entergy Micro Grants Program offers funding of up to $1,000 for various initiatives including arts, education, and community improvement. Eligible organizations are typically 501(c)(3) non-profits, schools, or government entities.	Not published	Up to $1K
Mary K. Chapman Foundation Grant The HA & Mary K Chapman Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10M The Mary K. Chapman Foundation Grant supports various program areas, including arts, education, healthcare, and social services, primarily in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Colorado Springs, Colorado.	Not published	$1K – $10M
Creative Equations Fund (CEF) - Performing Arts Grant Brooklyn Arts Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The Creative Equations Fund (CEF) is an initiative by the Brooklyn Arts Council aimed at supporting artists and small organizations dedicated to social justice.	Not published	$10K
Hollyfield Foundation Grant The Hollyfield Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hollyfield Foundation is a Houston-based organization which supports a variety of GLBT and AIDS charities which make a difference in our community.	Not published	Varies
Sid W. Richardson Grant: Human Services. K-12 Education, or Cultural Organizations Sid W Richardson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sid W. Richardson Grant supports nonprofit organizations in Texas focused on human services, K-12 education, and cultural initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Alexa Rose Fellow Alexa Rose Howell Cultural Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K The Alexa Rose Fellow is a transformative, merit-based investment in the accelerated development of an artist's creative practice and their capacity to join with the Foundation's named Fellows and use this platform to lift up artistic…	Not published	$25K
NCAC: Sustaining Support for Arts Organizations Grant North Carolina Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $8K – $65K The North Carolina Arts Council's Sustaining Support program offers funding between $7,500 and $65,000 to arts organizations that produce engaging programs reflecting their communities.	Not published	$8K – $65K
MSAC Creativity Grants for Projects Maryland State Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $1K – $4K The MSAC Creativity Grants for Projects, offered by the Maryland State Arts Council, aim to enhance the sustainability of artists and small organizations.	Not published	$1K – $4K
Jonathan Larson Grants American Theatre Wing Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies American Theatre Wing Jonathan Larson Grants — an unconditional investment in individual emerging musical-theatre writers (composers, lyricists, and librettists) to support and safeguard their artistic careers. FLAG for detail.	Not published	Varies
AAM Conference Scholarships Association of Anglican Musicians · Foundation Not published · Varies The Association of Anglican Musicians offers Conference Scholarships; applications are accepted until February 15, with any remaining scholarships awarded first-come, first-served after that date.	Not published	Varies
Camargo Fellowship The Camargo Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Since 1971, the Camargo Foundation has awarded residencies to more than 1,500 individuals through its flagship program.	Not published	Varies
New Orleans as Cultural Capital Grant - Level 2 Funding Arts Council of New Orleans · Foundation Not published · Up to $7K The New Orleans as Cultural Capital Grant - Level 2 Funding provides vital operating support to nonprofit arts organizations engaged in various disciplines including dance, music, and visual arts.	Not published	Up to $7K
Sauk Centre Area Community Impact Grants Communitygiving · Foundation Not published · $3K – $20K The Sauk Centre Area Community Foundation (SCACF) provides grants aimed at fostering positive change in the Sauk Centre area.	Not published	$3K – $20K
Kalispel Charitable Fund Grant Kalispel Tribe of Indians · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kalispel Charitable Fund Grant, established by the Kalispel Tribe of Indians, aims to enhance community welfare in Spokane and Pend Oreille counties through annual contributions of approximately $1 million.	Not published	Varies
Charles and Joan Hermanowski Family Foundation Grant Charles and Joan Hermanowski · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Charles and Joan Hermanowski Family Foundation aims to enhance the lives of children and young adults in the U.S. by providing financial support to 501(c)(3) organizations focused on arts, education, health, and welfare.	Not published	Up to $10K
Cleveland Foundation: Equity in the Arts Grant The Cleveland Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K The Cleveland Foundation's Equity in the Arts Fund supports organizations led by people of color in promoting diverse arts and cultures.	Not published	$5K – $30K
Jerome Early Career Printmakers Residency Grant Highpoint Center For Printmaking · Foundation Not published · $4K The Jerome Early Career Printmakers Residency at Highpoint Center for Printmaking offers emerging Minnesota printmakers a year-long opportunity to develop their artistic skills.	Not published	$4K
General Grants ( Education, Health and Wellness, and Youth) Illinois Prairie Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · From $500 The Illinois Prairie Community Foundation provides General Grants focused on education, health and wellness, and youth programs.	Not published	From $500
Chicken & Egg Award Chicken & Egg Films Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Powell Foundation Grant Program The Powell Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Powell Foundation Grant Program aims to support 501(c)(3) organizations in Texas, focusing on education, arts, conservation, and human services.	Not published	Varies
Bartol Arts Education Grant Stockton Rush Bartol Foundation · Foundation Not published · $7K Bartol Foundation funds accessible, culturally relevant, and inclusive arts education that is community-rooted; centering joy, connection, and creative expression.	Not published	$7K
Cudahy Fund: General Community Grants Patrick and Anna M Cudahy Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cudahy Fund offers general community grants focusing on social services, health, education, environment, and arts for under-resourced populations in Metropolitan Chicago and Wisconsin.	Not published	Varies
Individual Artist Grants Juneau Arts & Humanities Council · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants supporting individual artists in Alaska. Application workshops are offered by the Rasmuson Foundation.	Not published	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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for arts award?

Of the 4,905 grants for arts Grantable lists as of November 7, 2026, 2,610 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $4,000 and $28K. 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, 2,547 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for arts due?

Of 4,905 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 232 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, 47% 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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