Last updated June 13, 2026
There are currently 4,970 active grants for arts in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
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…
Annual Program Statement for U.S. Presentation at International Architecture Biennales The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Cultural Programs Division…
Annual Program Statement for U.S. Presentation at International Architecture Biennales The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Cultural Programs Division…
Annual Program Statement for U.S. Presentation at International Art Biennales The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Cultural Programs Division (ECA/PE/C/CU) seeks…
Annual Responsive Grants - Cycle 1 (Cultural Vibrancy and Youth Success) Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Antonio Area Foundation Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The San Antonio Area Foundation's…
APA: Arthur Danto/American Society for Aesthetics Prize Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Philosophical Association Inc Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: April 04, 2025 Summary The Arthur…
Aperture—BAXTER ST Next Step Award Funder: Aperture, BAXTER ST at the Camera Club of New York, and 7|G Foundation Award Amount: $10,000 artist's grant Geographic Scope: United States (US-based…
Apostle Islands Area Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boreal Waters Community Foundation Amount: US $300 - US $5,000 Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary The Apostle Islands Area…
Apothetae and Lark Playwriting Fellowship Recurrence: Annual Overview: A fellowship program offered by The Lark (in partnership with Apothetae) supporting Deaf and Disabled playwrights. Eligibility:…
Appalshop Creators Fund Status: Launched May 2020; initial round closed July 17, 2020. Second round announced October 2020. Current status unknown as of 2026. Award Amount: $3,000 stipend per creator…
Appleton Education Foundation Grants Organization: Appleton Education Foundation Inc (WI, US) Geographic Scope: Appleton Area School District (AASD), Wisconsin Overview: The Appleton Education…
Applied Materials Foundation Grants: Education, Arts & Culture, Civic Engagement, Environment Focus Areas Status: ACTIVE Funder: Applied Materials Foundation Last Updated: November 25, 2025 Summary…
Apply for Program and Event Support Overview: River City Company works to cultivate and advocate for a vibrant and healthy downtown by stimulating the community's economic, social and cultural…
Apprenticeship Program Organization: Alliance for California Traditional Arts (ACTA) Geographic Scope: California statewide Program Overview: Since 1999, the Apprenticeship Program has supported…
APS Community Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arizona Public Service Company (APS) Last Updated: September 01, 2025 Summary The APS Community Impact Grants aim to address diverse community…
Overview About Us ARAC Mission The Arrowhead Regional Arts Council’s mission is to facilitate and encourage local arts development. This mission statement grows from a conviction that the arts…
ARAC: Operating Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arrowhead Regional Arts Council Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: July 31, 2025 Summary The Arrowhead Regional Arts Council offers the…
Archibald Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Norman Archibald Charitable Foundation Amount: US $1,500 - US $7,500 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Norman Archibald…
Archie D & Bertha H Walker Foundation: Annual Grant Giving Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Archie D & Bertha H Walker Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: November 25, 2025 Summary The…
Overview Architecture + Design Independent Projects Grants The Independent Projects grant program is a partnership between the New York State Council on the Arts and The Architectural League of New…
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.
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.
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.