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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Special Project Grants (SPX) San Francisco Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · $50K – $350K The Special Project Grants (SPX) program by the San Francisco Arts Commission provides funding between $50,000 and $350,000 to support local artists and cultural initiatives.	Not published	$50K – $350K
Jenni Crain Foundation Individual Grant Jenni Crain Foundation Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jenni Crain Foundation Individual Grant supports transformative projects by artists, curators, and writers at pivotal career stages.	Not published	Varies
Field Studies by Arts Service Organizations Rooted in Communities of Color The Wallace Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wallace Foundation invites arts service organizations founded by, for, and with communities of color to propose research projects that answer important questions related to the arts communities they serve.	Not published	Varies
Archibald Charitable Foundation Grant Norman Archibald Char Fdn-Agy · Foundation Not published · $2K – $8K The Norman Archibald Charitable Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations in Northwest Washington, focusing on enhancing the quality of life through community services.	Not published	$2K – $8K
Lifetime Achievement Award Musical Fund Society Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies An award recognizing lifetime contributions to music and the musical community. The 2026 winner was pianist, educator, and new music champion Linda Reichert.	Not published	Varies
Western Alliance Bank Grants Western Alliance Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies At Alliance Bank of Arizona, striving to help the vibrant and diverse communities we serve sustain a high quality of life and long-term economic growth is an integral part of our business culture.	Not published	Varies
Nicholson Family Foundation Grant The Nicholson Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Nicholson Family Foundation Grant supports organizations that empower underserved youth in arts, education, and social services across Northern California.	Not published	Up to $5K
Tres Doux Foundation / Beignet Fest Foundation Grantmaking Program Tres Doux Foundation · Foundation Not published · $4K – $76K The Tres Doux Foundation celebrates, embraces and enhances the lives of children with developmental delays and disabilities by presenting them as whole beings, and supports organizations that do the same.	Not published	$4K – $76K
Cerro Gordo County Community Foundation Grants Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa · Foundation Not published · $5K The Cerro Gordo County Community Foundation, part of the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa, is dedicated to enhancing the lives of residents through impactful philanthropy.	Not published	$5K
Highland Park Community Foundation Grant Highland Park Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $50K The Highland Park Community Foundation Grant supports local organizations addressing unmet needs in education, human services, and the arts, among others.	Not published	$1K – $50K
Greenville Women Giving Grants Community Foundation of Greenville Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K – $100K Greenville Women Giving (GWG) is a philanthropic organization in Greenville County, SC, focused on funding impactful community projects.	Not published	$50K – $100K
Arts & Culture- San Clemente History, Arts & Culture Fund Grant Orange County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The San Clemente History, Arts & Culture Fund Grant supports local charities focused on producing and participating in arts and culture activities, including performing arts and arts education.	Not published	Varies
Cullen Foundation Grants The Cullen Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cullen Foundation, established in 1947, supports cultural arts, education, healthcare, and public service primarily in the Greater Houston area.	Not published	Varies
Bernard and Audre Rapoport Foundation Grant Bernard & Audre Rapoport Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bernard and Audre Rapoport Foundation, established in 1987, has invested over $70 million in grants to enhance community life through education, arts, health, and social services.	Not published	Varies
Creative Start Project Grant Washington State Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Creative Start Project Grant provides funding for innovative projects that engage preschool to 3rd grade students in arts-integrated learning.	Not published	$5K – $15K
Appleton Education Foundation Grants Appleton Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · $250 – $2K The Appleton Education Foundation provides accessible, flexible funding for creative and innovative education programs not covered by school budgets. The foundation has awarded more than $3 million in grants since its founding in 1997.	Rolling	$250 – $2K
CMAB Artist Emergency Relief Fund Central Minnesota Arts Board · Foundation Not published · Varies The Central Minnesota Arts Board's Artist Emergency Relief Fund supports individual artists or culture-bearers in Region 7W (Benton, Sherburne, Stearns, Wright counties, MN) facing loss of income or unexpected expenses related to an…	Not published	Varies
Durfee Foundation Stanton Fellowship Durfee Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Durfee Foundation is named in honor of Dorothy Durfee Avery who, with her husband, R. Stanton (Stan) Avery, established it in 1960.	Not published	Varies
Social Impact Artist Award - Individual Artist Grant Bonfils-Stanton Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K Bonfils-Stanton Foundation and Denver Arts & Venues are proud to launch the Social Impact Artist Award.	Not published	Up to $50K
Luce/ACLS Dissertation Fellowships in American Art Grant American Council of Learned Societies · Foundation Not published · Up to $43K The Luce/ACLS Dissertation Fellowships in American Art support graduate students conducting research on the history of art and visual culture in the U.S., including Native American art.	Not published	Up to $43K
Feeder School Grants Program Roosevelt High School Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K Annual grants distributed to Roosevelt High School's elementary and middle school feeder schools to strengthen community bonds and set future Rough Riders up for success.	Not published	$10K
Nancy J. Seavy Memorial Scholarship Endowment Grant John Randolph Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Nancy J. Seavy Memorial Scholarship Endowment supports students in education and the arts, offering scholarships to those who demonstrate financial need, strong academics, and community involvement.	Not published	Up to $3K
Investing in Artists: Tools & Equipment Grant Center for Cultural Innovation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Investing in Artists: Tools & Equipment Grant, offered by the Center for Cultural Innovation, provides funding between $1,000 and $5,000 for individual craft artists in the U.S. to purchase essential tools and equipment.	Not published	$1K – $5K
BlackStar Pitch Blackstar Projects Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $75K A live pitch competition at the BlackStar Film Festival for short non-fiction projects.	Not published	$25K – $75K

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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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