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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Southeastern Region- Jim Liles Student Award Grant Costume Society of America · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Costume Society of America (CSA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded on March 23, 1973, and incorporated in the state of New York on September 12, 1973.	Not published	Up to $1K
Bulkley Foundation Grant Everett S Bulkley Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bulkley Foundation Grant offers support for charitable organizations in Fairfield County, Connecticut, with a focus on those serving Norwalk.	Not published	Varies
Impact 100 Houston Grant Program Impact100 Houston Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K The Impact100 Houston Grant Program empowers women to become philanthropists by providing transformative grants of at least $100,000 to nonprofit organizations across five focus areas: Arts & Culture, Education, Environment, Family, and…	Not published	$100K
Mural Match Program Downtown Oklahoma City Initiatives Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Program to support mural creation in downtown Oklahoma City through matching funds or grants.	Not published	Varies
California Casualty Music & Arts Grant Connecticut Education Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 Provide support for music and arts education in K-12 public schools.	Not published	$250
Education, Artist Development & Community Partnership Program (Future Program) National Independent Venue Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies With mission-driven focus and the ability to nimbly respond to their communities, independent venues can become living classrooms and community investment hubs.	Not published	Varies
1829 Legacy Fund Grants The Rhode Island Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The 1829 Legacy Fund Grants, managed by the Rhode Island Community Foundation, support nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island focusing on human services, education, arts, and journalism.	Not published	Varies
Organization Operations Grant Maine Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Organization Operations Grant, offered by the Maine Arts Commission, provides essential support for 501(c)(3) arts organizations in Maine with annual budgets exceeding $25,000.	Not published	Up to $8K
Caesars Foundation of Floyd County Annual Grant Caesars Foundation of Floyd County Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Caesars Foundation of Floyd County Annual Grant supports various community initiatives in Floyd County, Indiana.	Not published	Up to $25K
Chi Omega Christmas Market Grant (Beneficiary Grant) Chi Omega Education and Charity Fund of Dallas · Foundation Not published · From $50K Chi Omega Christmas Market (Chi Omega Education and Charity Fund of Dallas), a 501(c)(3), runs an annual grant program funding Dallas-area nonprofits in the areas of Arts, Civic, Education, Health, or Welfare.	Not published	From $50K
Incubator - Springboard's Fiscal Sponsorship Program Springboard for the Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies Springboard’s Incubator is a fiscal sponsorship program that provides sponsorship for arts organizations and individual artist projects that do not want (or are not ready) to become tax-exempt nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Varies
Community Impact Grants Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Impact Grants support projects that make a positive difference in northeast Michigan communities. Recent awards include $95,000 in new grants to organizations like Rogers City Community Theatre.	Not published	Varies
SIP (Set in Philadelphia) Screenwriting Competition Greater Philadelphia Film Office · Foundation Not published · Varies A screenwriting competition for feature length or TV pilot-length screenplays.	Not published	Varies
Henry John Simonds Foundation Grant Hillman Family Foundations · Foundation Not published · Varies The Henry John Simonds Foundation Grant supports community-driven solutions in Pittsburgh, PA, focusing on education, the arts, and community development.	Not published	Varies
Ingram Charities Grant Ingram Charitable Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Ingram Charities Grant supports nonprofit organizations and programs that enhance the quality of life in Nashville, focusing on arts, education, and health services.	Not published	Varies
Chi Omega Christmas Market Grant Program Chi Omega Education and Charity Fund of Dallas · Foundation Not published · From $50K To be considered for Chi Omega Christmas Market grant funding, organizations MUST:	Not published	From $50K
Argyle Community Fund Grant Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Argyle Community Fund, managed by The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin, is a permanent endowment dedicated to improving the quality of life in the Argyle area.	Not published	Varies
Henry County Ohio Community Foundation Grant Henry County Ohio Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Henry County Ohio Community Foundation Grant supports local nonprofit organizations by providing funding sourced from interest income on invested funds.	Not published	Varies
Monona County Community Partners Foundation Grant Siouxland Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $15K The Monona County Community Partners Foundation Grant, offered by the Siouxland Community Foundation, aims to enhance the quality of life in Monona County by supporting nonprofit organizations and public education institutions.	Not published	$250 – $15K
Dr. Robert Palmer Grant Fund Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dr. Robert Palmer Grant Fund, managed by the Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico, supports non-profit organizations in Luna County, NM.	Not published	Varies
Judy Dudziak Endowment for Community Music Organizations Grant Los Alamos Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $750 The Judy Dudziak Endowment for Community Music Organizations aims to enhance the cultural landscape in Los Alamos by providing up to $750 in unrestricted operating support to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Up to $750
Performing Americas Program (PAP) - Creative Exchange Residencies National Performance Network Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Performing Americas Program (PAP) is a partnership between the National Performance Network and La RED (Red de Promotores Culturales de Latinoamérica y el Caribe).	Not published	Varies
4Culture: Art Projects Grants 4Culture · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The 4Culture Art Projects Grants aim to enrich the cultural landscape of King County by providing funding for artistic endeavors that engage the public.	Not published	Up to $15K
Annual Grants (Endowed Funds) Greater Tacoma Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual distribution of grants from endowed funds established by donors with GTCF to provide ongoing, sustainable support to community organizations and causes.	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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