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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MCACA Arts Equipment & Supplies Grants CultureSource · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K Support Michigan K-12 schools with grants to pay for arts equipment (including repairs) or supplies used within classroom/school settings.	Not published	Up to $2K
NYC Bridge Funding for the Arts (NYCBFA) Seachange Capital Partners Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A loan fund providing short-term, below-market loans to New York City nonprofit arts and culture organizations.	Not published	Varies
Ambler Trust Grants Elizabeth Raymond Ambler Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies _You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website._	Not published	Varies
Youth Council Grant Watertown Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Youth Council Grant, offered by the Watertown Area Community Foundation, supports local youth in making impactful contributions to their community.	Not published	Varies
JUSFC Institutional Grant Japan-United States Friendship Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies The Japan-U.S. Friendship Commission (JUSFC) is a federal agency established in 1975 to enhance U.S.-Japan relations through educational and cultural exchanges.	Not published	Varies
Hon Chew Hee Scholarship Fund Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hon Chew Hee Scholarship Fund, established in 2009 by The Hon Chew Hee Estate Foundation, supports Hawaii residents pursuing degrees in Fine Arts.	Not published	Varies
DGI First Friday Micro Grant Downtown Greensboro Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $250 The DGI First Friday Micro Grant Program is designed to support small businesses located downtown in activating their storefronts and enhancing their presence during First Fridays.	Not published	Up to $250
Arts Access Grants Exploring the Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K A smaller version of the 4-Year Plan, the Arts Access Grants (AAG) provide strategic support and funding to help teachers from Alumni Partner Schools build or refine a class or program in the arts, or develop an arts integration initiative.	Not published	$3K
Ameren Illinois Grants Ameren Charitable Trust (Union Electric · Foundation Not published · Varies Ameren Illinois Grants aim to enhance community quality of life through funding in areas like arts, civic engagement, environmental preservation, health services, and youth education.	Not published	Varies
MAC Mini-Grants for Individuals Mississippi Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The MAC Mini-Grants for Individuals program offers reimbursement grants for professional artists in Mississippi to support their development through training, conferences, and workshops.	Not published	Up to $500
Peoples Gas Charitable Contributions: General Operating Support Grant Peoples Gas · Foundation Not published · Varies Peoples Gas Charitable Contributions provide essential support for community development, health services, the arts, education, and environmental initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Creative Aging Grant Arts Commission Grants · State Not published · $200K – $800K In February 2026, MAC received a grant through the National Assembly of State Arts Agencies (NASAA), in collaboration with E.A. Michelson Philanthropy, as part of NASAA's Creative Aging, Creative Futures initiative.	Not published	$200K – $800K
R. Howard Webster Foundation Grants R. Howard Webster Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The R. Howard Webster Foundation provides grants to exemplary Canadian charities focused on innovative projects that enhance society. Key funding areas include Arts & Culture, Education, Environment, Medical, and Social Services.	Not published	Varies
Pew Center for Arts & Heritage: Evolving Futures Grants - Planning Grant The Pew Charitable Trusts · Foundation Not published · Up to $60K The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage offers Evolving Futures Grants to support organizations in rethinking their business models for future sustainability.	Not published	Up to $60K
CFGFW Agile Grants Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The CFGFW Agile Grants program, offered by the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne, provides funding up to $20,000 for innovative projects that enhance the community's quality of life.	Not published	Up to $20K
City of Carlsbad- Community Arts Grants: For Emerging Arts Organizations City of Carlsbad Cultural Arts Division · State Not published · Up to $5K The City of Carlsbad's Community Arts Grants program supports emerging arts organizations in Carlsbad, CA. Aimed at fostering artistic and cultural activities, these grants provide up to $5,000 for projects that engage diverse communities.	Not published	Up to $5K
Petersburg Community Foundation Annual Grant Program The Alaska Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Petersburg Community Foundation Annual Grant Program supports projects that improve the quality of life for residents in Petersburg.	Not published	Up to $10K
MAC Underserved Initiative Grant Program Mississippi Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies The MAC Underserved Initiative Grant Program aims to enhance access to quality arts programming across all 82 counties in Mississippi.	Not published	Varies
Dr. Edward and Anne Link Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Shelby County · Foundation Not published · $3K Easily learn more about the Dr. The next deadline for this grant is Thu, 14 May 2026. The Community Foundation of Shelby County To inspire donor generosity and transform it into meaningful, lasting impact through charitable gifts.	Not published	$3K
African American Community Fund Grant Foundation for Appalachian Ohio · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The African American Community Fund Grant, established by Ernest E. and Ernest A. Bynum, aims to support African American communities in Appalachian Ohio.	Not published	$500 – $5K
TCA Texas Arts Creates 5 Grant Texas Commission On The Arts · Foundation Not published · $3K The Texas Commission on the Arts (TCA) offers the TCA Texas Arts Creates 5 Grant to advance Texas's creative economy.	Not published	$3K
Goldring Family and Woldenburg Foundation Grant Goldring Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Goldring Family and Woldenburg Foundation Grant supports non-profits in the Greater New Orleans area, funding initiatives in various fields including Arts, Education, Health, and Jewish Causes.	Not published	Varies
Aperture—BAXTER ST Next Step Award Camera Club of New York Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K	Not published	$10K
Arts Fund: Specialty Field Scholarships - First Nations Australia Writers Network (FNAWN) Writer in Residence USA Fellowship American Australian Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arts Fund supports emerging or early career artists pursuing or planning to pursue artistic development in the Australia to USA and USA to Australia direction.	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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