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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Central Appalachia Living Traditions: Folk & Traditional Arts Experiences Grants Mid Atlantic Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Mid Atlantic Arts’ Central Appalachia Living Traditions: Folk and Traditional Arts Experiences grants fund public-facing projects and events in ARC-designated Appalachian counties of Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia that bring community…	Not published	Varies
Barbour County Community Foundation Grant Program Barbour County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Barbour County Community Foundation Grant Program aims to improve the quality of life for residents of Barbour County through various grant initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Arts and Culture Capital Support Grant The William Penn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The William Penn Foundation's Arts and Culture Capital Support initiative aims to enhance access to high-quality arts and culture experiences across Philadelphia.	Not published	Varies
Audrey Hillman Fisher Foundation Grant Hillman Family Foundations · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Audrey Hillman Fisher Foundation Grant aims to enhance health and healing for communities through investments in the arts, education, human services, and environmental initiatives.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Rural Community Endowments: Petroleum County Endowment Grant Central Montana Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Petroleum County Endowment, established by the Central Montana Foundation, supports projects that enhance the quality of life in Central Montana.	Not published	Varies
Doris Fogler Braughton Fine Arts Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Doris Fogler Braughton Fine Arts Scholarship at Montana State University supports undergraduate students enrolled in the School of Art who attend at least half-time.	Not published	Varies
The Andrew McMorris Foundation Scholarship Grant Andrew McMorris Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Andrew McMorris Foundation Scholarship honors the memory of Andrew McMorris, a vibrant twelve-year-old who tragically lost his life in 2018.	Not published	Up to $3K
Judy Vadasz Scholarship - for Art Educator Certification Sonoma Plein Air Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K Established in 2024 by the Sonoma Plein Air Foundation Board in recognition of Judy Vadasz's visionary contributions as cofounder, board member, and patron since 2002.	Not published	$1K
Creative Heights' Grant The Oregon Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $20K – $100K The Creative Heights initiative, funded by The Oregon Community Foundation, aims to enhance Oregon's cultural landscape by supporting innovative arts projects.	Not published	$20K – $100K
Bob and Karin Utzinger Endowment for the School of Architecture Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bob and Karin Utzinger Endowment for the School of Architecture at Montana State University supports students pursuing degrees in Environmental Design or a Master of Architecture.	Not published	Varies
Adams County Community Foundation (ACCF): Traditional Grant Adams County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $200 – $5K The Adams County Community Foundation (ACCF) offers Traditional Grants aimed at enhancing the quality of life for Adams County residents.	Not published	$200 – $5K
Carter Manny Award Grant Graham Foundation for Advanced Studies in the Fine Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Carter Manny Award, established by the Graham Foundation in 1996, supports outstanding doctoral dissertation projects focusing on architecture and its impact on arts and culture.	Not published	Up to $25K
Storytelling Grants Pillars Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies Storytelling Grants are available for community-led organizations and creative leaders who are building narrative and cultural power for social change.	Not published	Varies
Fifth Third Foundation Grants: Evansville, IN Foundations Tr UA Fifth Third Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fifth Third Foundation in Evansville, IN, focuses on funding programs that foster community development, health services, education, and the arts.	Not published	Varies
WNDB: Walter Dean Myers Grant Program We Need Diverse Books · Foundation Not published · $2K The Walter Dean Myers Grant Program, established by We Need Diverse Books, offers $2,000 grants to promising unpublished diverse writers and illustrators.	Not published	$2K
Teton Springs Foundation Grant The Teton Springs Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to US $20,000 The Teton Springs Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life in Teton Valley, Idaho, by providing financial support to nonprofits.	Not published	Up to US $20,000
CFA: Community Grants Community Foundation of Abilene · Foundation Not published · $5K – $35K The Community Foundation of Abilene offers community grants to enhance the quality of life in the Abilene area.	Not published	$5K – $35K
Endowment Fund - Regular Grants San Marcos Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $10K The San Marcos Community Foundation offers Regular Grants ranging from $1,500 to $10,000 to nonprofit organizations benefiting the residents of San Marcos.	Not published	$2K – $10K
Live & Give Longmont Grants Program The Longmont Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Live & Give Longmont Grants Program, managed by the Longmont Community Foundation, supports nonprofit organizations with operational budgets under $1 million.	Not published	Varies
The XENO PRIZE for Performance Arts Grant Franklin Furnace Fund · Foundation Not published · $5K The XENO PRIZE for Performance Arts, awarded by Franklin Furnace, supports early-career LGBTQ+-identifying performance artists creating new work in 26 states with restrictive gender-affirming laws.	Not published	$5K
Amplify Albany Grant Program Capitalize Albany Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Amplify Albany Grant Program was designed to provide resources for the implementation of exciting activities and events that leverage the City of Albany's most unique and strongest assets.	Not published	Varies
Grants for Creative Individuals Mass Cultural Council · Foundation Not published · $5K The Grants for Creative Individuals program by the Mass Cultural Council offers unrestricted $5,000 grants to support artists, culture bearers, and creative practitioners in Massachusetts.	Not published	$5K
Piedmont Arts Fund Piedmont Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $65K Support visual and performing arts education in Piedmont Unified School District (PUSD) for K-12 students.	Not published	$65K
Rapid Action Grant Assembly for the Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies Assembly for the Arts (Cleveland) lists a Rapid Action Grant among its arts-sector programs.	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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