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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Convening Grants Terra Foundation for American Art · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The Terra Foundation for American Art offers Convening Grants that range from $10,000 to $25,000 for projects that challenge and expand the narratives of American art.	Not published	$10K – $25K
ARAC Artist Equity Grant for Individuals Arrowhead Regional Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K ARAC's Artist Equity Grant awards up to ~$4,000 to individual artists in the Arrowhead region to support projects and professional development, with a stated DEI/equity focus.	Not published	Up to $4K
Harvey R. and Doris Klockow Foundation Grant Klockow Harvey R and Doris Fdn · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Harvey R. and Doris Klockow Foundation, established in 1978, aims to benefit the South Bend community and St. Joseph County in Indiana.	Not published	$3K – $10K
General Grants Program Northern New York Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Northern New York Community Foundation makes grants to support the work of non-profit organizations in the three-county region.	Not published	Varies
McMillen Foundation Grants Program The Robert B McMillen Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McMillen Foundation Grants Program supports research in cardiology, lipids, and organ transplant, along with educational initiatives and social services in Washington and Alaska.	Not published	Varies
S.C. Arts Commission: Folklife & Traditional Arts Project Grants South Carolina Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $6K The S.C. Arts Commission's Folklife & Traditional Arts Project Grants support non-profit organizations and government units in preserving and promoting South Carolina's traditional arts.	Not published	Up to $6K
United Tompkins Impact Fund (UTIF) United Way of Tompkins County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies UTIF grants are awarded on a 2-year cycle to agencies and organizations that address identified priorities to meet community needs.	Not published	Varies
San Marcos Community Foundation: Arts and Culture Fund Grant San Marcos Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The City of San Marcos has available funding to eligible organizations to stage artistic and cultural events or activities that benefit the San Marcos community.	Not published	Varies
Leslie Scott Imagine Grant Award Oregon Country Fair · Foundation Not published · Varies An annual award given to a funded project through the Bill Wooten Endowment Fund that best represents former OCF General Manager Leslie Scott's contributions to the Fair.	Not published	Varies
Cutler Bay Community Fund Grant Town of Cutler Bay · State Not published · $500 – $3K The Cutler Bay Community Fund aims to enhance the quality of life in Cutler Bay by supporting 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations.	Not published	$500 – $3K
For Us, By Us Filmmaker Incubator Filmmakers Collaborative · Foundation Not published · $2K This project is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts.	Not published	$2K
Josh Turner Scholarship Fund for the Arts Grant The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Josh Turner Scholarship Fund for the Arts, established by the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, empowers high school seniors from rural areas across ten southern states to pursue careers in music and the arts.	Not published	Varies
Fuller Foundation: The Arts Grants The Fuller Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fuller Foundation seeks proposals from qualified agencies that carry on the life interests of Alvan and Viola Fuller in the fields of the arts, wildlife, and youth-at-risk. _You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the…	Not published	Varies
Community Development Grants- Regular Grants (greater than $10,000) The Abell Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · From $10K The Abell Foundation's Community Development Grants support initiatives in Baltimore City that enhance quality of life and address urban poverty.	Not published	From $10K
Sustaining Impact Grant - First-Time Applicants Fund for the Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to US $500,000 The Fund for the Arts' Sustaining Impact Grant supports first-time applicants by providing general operating support to arts organizations that align with community priorities in Greater Louisville.	Not published	Up to US $500,000
Kentucky Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC Grant Kentucky Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Kentucky Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC Grant aims to support local school districts and community organizations in developing effective out-of-school programs to enhance student achievement and social development.	Not published	Up to $150K
Making A Difference Community Improvement Project Grant Hinton Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Making A Difference Community Improvement Project Grant, offered by the Hinton Area Foundation, aims to enhance Summers County by funding community improvement projects that foster engagement among residents.	Not published	Varies
Suzanne H. Lee Trust Grant Suzanne H Lee Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: To locate information about this grant program, please search by name using the foundation finder here._ Charitable organizations in Brockport, New York area. _You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's…	Not published	Varies
Harvard Radcliffe Fellowship: Humanities, Social Sciences, and Creative Arts Grant President and Fellows of Harvard College · Foundation Not published · $83K The Harvard Radcliffe Fellowship offers a unique opportunity for scholars, artists, and public intellectuals to engage deeply in their projects within a diverse and interdisciplinary community.	Not published	$83K
Niskayuna Community Foundation Grant The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Niskayuna Community Foundation Grant supports innovative projects addressing community needs, offering funding between $1,000 and $5,000 for a variety of fields, including arts, education, and health.	Not published	Up to $10K
Valley Arts Grants St Croix Valley Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K Annual competitive grants program supporting arts organizations and programming across the region. Now in its 23rd year (as of 2025), with over $650,000 awarded to date.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Arts Organizations: General Operating Support Grants Delaware Division of the Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies The Delaware Division of the Arts provides General Operating Support Grants to nonprofit organizations focused on the promotion and teaching of the arts.	Not published	Varies
Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area - Heritage Development Grants New York State Hudson River Valley Greenway · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area offers Heritage Development Grants to support projects that recognize, preserve, protect, and interpret the region's significant cultural and natural resources.	Not published	Up to $8K
Stantec Community Engagement Grant Stantec · Foundation Not published · Varies The Stantec Community Engagement Grant is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in communities where Stantec operates.	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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