Grants for Arts

Last updated November 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,905 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from federal, 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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Dawn Foods Foundation Corporate Grants Dawn Foods Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dawn Foods Foundation Corporate Grants program is dedicated to enhancing community well-being through strategic investments in key areas like hunger prevention, education, community vibrancy, and volunteerism.	Not published	Varies
Evelyn W. Preston Memorial Fund Grant Preston E W Tr Uw EWP Memorial · Foundation Not published · Varies The Evelyn W. Preston Memorial Fund Grant supports music concerts in Hartford's public spaces during the summer months. Established in 1978, it is open to nonprofit organizations, including arts groups and cultural centers.	Not published	Varies
Live Ideas Festival New York Live Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies An annual humanities festival of arts and ideas, exploring the ideas, controversies and thinking informing a different bodily-oriented theme each time out.	Not published	Varies
Kids at the Bowl Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Sisters in Cinema Filmmaker Sustainability Grant Sisters in Cinema NFP · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sisters in Cinema Filmmaker Sustainability Grant has been created to support Black women and gender nonconforming non-fiction directors based in Africa who are working on films with compelling storylines.	Not published	Varies
Roy & Gloria Dinsdale Foundation Grant The Roy & Gloria Dinsdale Foundation · Foundation Not published · From $10K The Roy and Gloria Dinsdale Foundation, established in 2022, is dedicated to enhancing lives in rural Nebraska, Wyoming, and Colorado through grants exceeding $10,000.	Not published	From $10K
San Francisco Fire Department Division of Training Grant San Francisco Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · $1.4M The San Francisco Arts Commission is seeking qualifications from artists and teams for the San Francisco Fire Department Division of Training Grant.	Not published	$1.4M
The Leeway Transformation Award (LTA) Grant Leeway Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K The Leeway Transformation Award (LTA) supports women and trans artists in the greater Philadelphia area, offering $15,000 annually to those who have dedicated five years or more to creating art for social change.	Not published	$15K
Culture and the Arts – Creative Aging Grants Vermont Arts Council · State Not published · $400K – $600K Supports skill-based instruction alongside social engagement through the arts for older adults aged 60+.	Not published	$400K – $600K
APS 2022 PDS Italy U.S. Mission to Italy · Federal Forecast · $10K – $100K The United States Embassy is pleased to announce the 2022 Annual Program Statement (APS).	Forecast	$10K – $100K
Emily Davie and Joseph S. Kornfeld Foundation Grant The Emily Davie and Joseph S Kornfeld Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Emily Davie and Joseph S. Kornfeld Foundation Grant supports innovative organizations focused on civic engagement and arts education.	Not published	Varies
Web Maddox Trust Grant Web Maddox Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Web Maddox Trust Grant provides funding for charitable organizations and purposes in Tarrant County, Texas, specifically targeting those not supported by United Way.	Not published	Up to $150K
Charles S. McKee Performing Arts Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Charles S. McKee Performing Arts Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin, supports students in Portage and Waushara counties.	Not published	Varies
The Center: Paul Mellon Senior Fellowships Grant National Gallery of Art · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Paul Mellon Senior Fellowships at the National Gallery of Art promote in-depth research in visual arts history, theory, and criticism.	Not published	Up to $50K
Next Steps for Boston Dance Grant Boston Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $13K The Next Steps for Boston Dance Grant aims to enhance the dance community in Greater Boston by offering vital support to choreographers and circus artists.	Not published	$13K
Queens Community Arts Grant New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) · Foundation Not published · $1K – $8K The Queens Community Arts Grant, funded by the New York State Council on the Arts, supports artists and organizations in Queens to enhance community culture through arts projects.	Not published	$1K – $8K
Great Falls Society of Architects Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Great Falls Society of Architects Scholarship at Montana State University supports second to fourth year students pursuing a degree in Environmental Design. Eligible candidates must be graduates from specific counties in Montana.	Not published	Varies
Lake Champlain Basin- Artist-in-Residence Grant Programs Lake Champlain Basin Program · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Lake Champlain Basin Program is inviting proposals for its Artist-in-Residence Grant Programs, aimed at fostering innovative projects that engage artists in utilizing scientific and cultural data to enhance the understanding of the…	Not published	Up to $40K
GCAC Project Support: Events, Festivals, Series Grant Greater Columbus Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The GCAC Project Support program offers vital funding for arts and cultural initiatives, such as events, festivals, and series.	Not published	Up to $25K
Longwood Art Gallery Curatorial Fellowship The Bronx Council on the Arts Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bronx Council on the Arts (BCA) Longwood Arts Project seeks a Bronx-based Curatorial Fellow for a unique opportunity to assist with the implementation of the Longwood Art Gallery 2025 series of three exhibitions.	Not published	Varies
HCCF Grant Program Hardin County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hardin County Community Foundation offers grants to 501(c)(3) organizations that benefit Hardin County residents. The foundation prioritizes innovative projects that address community needs in areas like education, health, and arts.	Not published	Varies
Youth Arts Grant City of Seattle: Office of Arts & Culture · State Not published · $12K The Youth Arts Grant, provided by the City of Seattle: Office of Arts & Culture, aims to enhance arts access for middle and high school youth.	Not published	$12K
Charles H. Klopf Memorial Fund Albert Rees Davis Endowment Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Marks Family Foundation Grants The Marks Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Marks Family Foundation supports organizations that provide programs in education, arts, environmental sustainability, or health for youth and under-represented populations.	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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