Grants for Arts

Last updated November 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,905 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from state and 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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Grant Patrol (Educator Grants) Leander Educational Excellence Foundation · Foundation Not published · $300 – $500 LEEF's Grant Patrol is a semi-annual grant program that awards funding to Leander ISD teachers and staff for innovative classroom projects, professional development, and student-centered initiatives.	Not published	$300 – $500
DuPage Foundation Community Impact Grant Program Usaga · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
State-Local Partner Mentorship Grant California Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The State-Local Partner Mentorship (SLP-M) program aims to establish local arts agencies in Glenn, Kings, and San Joaquin counties, where none currently exist.	Not published	Up to $50K
General Grants (MTEF) Manheim Township Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies MTEF offers general grant funding to support innovative educational programs and initiatives within the Manheim Township School District.	Not published	Varies
ArtsActivate Program - Individual Artists Grant City of Dallas · State Not published · Up to $8K The ArtsActivate Program aims to enhance community engagement in Dallas through artistic and cultural projects.	Not published	Up to $8K
Senator Montigny's Children's Fund Grant Southcoast Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K – $50K The Senator Montigny's Children's Fund aims to empower underserved youth in Greater New Bedford by providing grants between $15,000 and $50,000 for nonprofit organizations focused on youth literacy, arts, culture, and recreational…	Not published	$15K – $50K
James B and Lois R Archer Charitable Foundation Smaller Grant James B and Lois R Archer Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The James B and Lois R Archer Charitable Foundation offers Smaller Grants of $10,000 or less to support initiatives in Arts and Culture, Civic Engagement, Education, Health, and Human Services.	Not published	Up to $10K
Youth Leadership Institute Youth Fund Youth Leadership Institute · Foundation Not published · $5K The yli Youth Fund awards $5,000 each to youth-led projects across multiple California locations.	Not published	$5K
Flexible Support Grant: Tier 1 Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Flexible Support Grant: Tier 1, provided by the Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council, offers grants up to $5,000 to support arts organizations with an operating budget of $0 - $74,999.	Not published	Up to $5K
McLean Foundation Grants The McLean Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The McLean Foundation provides funding for projects that enhance wellbeing in communities and the environment, focusing on areas like Arts, Environment, Education, Social Welfare, and Health.	Not published	Up to $15K
Ardelle and Theresa Glaze Foundation Grants Ardelle and Theresa Glaze · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ardelle and Theresa Glaze Foundation Grants support nonprofits that align with five key focus areas: The Arts, Community Empowerment, Conservation, Education, and Urban Design.	Not published	Varies
WV Culture: Cultural Facilities and Capital Resources Fast Track Grant West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture, and History · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The WV Culture: Cultural Facilities and Capital Resources Fast Track program offers up to $10,000 in emergency funding to support schools, local governments, and 501(c)3 organizations.	Not published	Up to $10K
Greater Green Valley Community Foundation Grants Greater Green Valley Community FDN Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Greater Green Valley Community Foundation offers grants to 501(c)3 non-profit organizations that serve the communities of Sahuarita, Green Valley, Amado, Arivaca, Tubac, and Tumacacori.	Not published	Varies
Better Beaches Grant Program Save the Harbor / Save the Bay · Foundation Not published · $3K – $9K Since 2008, Save the Harbor/Save the Bay has partnered with the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) to award small grants to local organizations and artists to activate the region’s public beaches through free…	Not published	$3K – $9K
San José Creative Economy Fund Grant Center for Cultural Innovation · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The San José Creative Economy Fund provides up to $8,000 in project grants to arts and creative businesses in San José.	Not published	Up to $8K
Adkins Family Foundation Grants Adkins Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Adkins Family Foundation Grants aim to provide essential resources to uplift people of color and those in need within inner-city and underserved communities.	Not published	Varies
CFHC: Perry N. Rudnick Grants Community Foundation of Henderson County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The CFHC: Perry N. Rudnick Grants support 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Henderson County, promoting collaboration and enhancing community impact.	Not published	Varies
Arts Scholarships & Grants American Australian Association · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarships and grants supporting artists and arts professionals engaging in exchange and professional development between the United States and Australia.	Not published	Varies
CALT Black Appalachian Storytellers Fellowship Grant Mid Atlantic Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The CALT Black Appalachian Storytellers Fellowship, supported by the Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation, celebrates and preserves the rich traditions of Black Appalachian storytelling.	Not published	$5K
BTFA Productions Funding Black Trans Femmes in the Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K BTFA Productions provides project funding to NYC-based projects led by Black trans femme artists.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Micro Grants Nebraska Arts Council · State Not published · Varies Grant funding for first-time applicants and artists for community arts projects or professional development.	Not published	Varies
Giles Family Scholarship Grant Community Foundation Santa Cruz County · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Giles Family Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation Santa Cruz County, provides multiple awards of up to $5,000 (renewable annually) for graduating seniors from any Santa Cruz County high school involved in art, craft, or…	Not published	Up to $5K
New Jersey State Council on the Arts: General Program Support Grant New Jersey State Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies The New Jersey State Council on the Arts offers General Program Support (GPS) grants aimed at funding ongoing public arts programs that meet specific eligibility criteria.	Not published	Varies
Atlantic Lottery Sponsorship Program- Community Festivals & Events Grant Atlantic Lottery · Foundation Not published · $3K The Atlantic Lottery Sponsorship Program supports over 100 grassroots community festivals and events annually, fostering cultural, social, and economic growth in Atlantic Canada.	Not published	$3K

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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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