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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THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Josh Turner Scholarship Fund for the Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Last Updated: August 22, 2025 Summary The Josh Turner Scholarship Fund for the Arts,…

US $20,000 - US $100,000
JOHN WILLIAM POPE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Joy W. Pope Memorial Grant Funds Status: ACTIVE Funder: John William Pope Foundation Amount: US $20,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: January 10, 2025 Summary The Joy W. Pope Memorial Grant Funds aim…

THE JOYCE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Joyce Foundation: Culture Program Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Joyce Foundation Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary The Joyce Foundation's Culture Program aims to enhance racial equity and…

TUA JOYCE CAPPER CHARITABLE TR · Rolling / Open Foundation

Joyce Peugh Pate Capper Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: TUA JOYCE CAPPER CHARITABLE TR Amount: US $10,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: January 18, 2026 Summary The Joyce Peugh Pate Capper…

JSJ Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

JSJ Corporation & Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: JSJ Foundation Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The JSJ Foundation, established in 1983, has invested over $7 million in various…

METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Judi Cassell Teaching Artist Fellowship in Visual Arts Funder: Metropolitan Arts Council (MAC) Geographic Scope: Greenville, SC Award Type: Fellowship and recognition Status: Annual award Purpose:…

THE INSTITUTE OF CLASSICAL · Rolling / Open · Biennial Foundation

Julia Morgan Awards Funder: The Institute of Classical Architecture & Art (ICAA) - Northern California Chapter Contact: info@classicist-nocal.org or 415-309-6520 Program Description: The Northern…

THE DAYTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Julie Clare Bergman Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Julie Clare Bergman Scholarship, established in…

Approximately US $10,000
GILROY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Julie Hayes "Performing Arts" Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gilroy Foundation Amount: Approximately US $10,000 Last Updated: October 28, 2025 Summary The Julie Hayes Performing Arts Grants aim to…

GILROY FOUNDATION · December 12, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Julie Hayes Grant - Performing Arts Status: Active annual grant Geographic Scope: Gilroy, CA area Focus Area: Performing Arts/Arts Enrichment Award Amount: $10,000 Eligibility: 501(c)(3) nonprofit…

HILLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATIONS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Juliet Ashby Hillman Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hillman Family Foundations Last Updated: January 18, 2026 Summary The Juliet Ashby Hillman Foundation Grant supports organizations that…

HILLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATIONS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Juliet Lea Hillman Simonds Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hillman Family Foundations Amount: US $1,000 - US $7,500,000 Last Updated: January 18, 2026 Summary The Juliet Lea Hillman Simonds…

US $1,000 - US $2,000
DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities · Rolling / Open Foundation

Juried Exhibition Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities Amount: US $1,000 - US $2,000 Last Updated: October 22, 2025 Summary The Juried Exhibition Grant Program…

Japan-United States Friendship Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation

JUSFC Institutional Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Japan-United States Friendship Commission Last Updated: May 15, 2025 Summary The Japan-U.S. Friendship Commission (JUSFC) is a federal agency…

Just Born · Rolling / Open Foundation

Just Born Corporate Giving Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Just Born Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: November 25, 2025 Summary The Just Born Corporate Giving Grant Program aims to…

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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