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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Andrews Family Foundation: Board Grants Andrew Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Andrews Family Foundation offers Board Grants to public, non-profit organizations with 501(c)(3) status.	Not published	Varies
Lake Placid Education Foundation Grant Adirondack Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $50K The Lake Placid Education Foundation Grant supports various educational initiatives in the Adirondack region of New York.	Not published	$500 – $50K
AAC Community Arts Project Grant ( previously Collaborative Project Support Grant) Foundation for Arkansas Heritage and History Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: This is a pilot year for this grant transition; therefore, an organization can apply for only one CAP grant during a fiscal period July 1 -June 30.” Organizations must apply 60 days before their event.	Not published	Varies
Creative Innovation and Impact Grant Pennsylvania Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · $100K – $150K Creative Innovation and Impact Grant Program About the Creative Innovation & Impact Grant The Creative Innovation and Impact Grant program supports new, multi-year strategies that empower, connect, and amplify creatives and creative…	Not published	$100K – $150K
Hawarden Community Foundation Grant Siouxland Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hawarden Community Foundation Grant aims to enhance community well-being by providing financial support to nonprofit organizations and local government units that serve the 51023 zip code area.	Not published	Varies
Native Arts Fellowship Smithsonian Institution · Foundation Not published · Varies The Native Arts Fellowship supports emerging and mid-career artists to pursue collections research projects that utilize NMAI collections.	Not published	Varies
Shaw Harbor Foundation Charitable Foundation Northern New York Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: This is not being offered in 2024._ The Community Foundation stewards several charitable funds that annually award grants to support nonprofit organization programs, projects and initiatives positively impacting the quality of life…	Not published	Varies
Venturous Playwright Fellowship Lark Theatre Company Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A fellowship program offered by The Lark supporting playwrights whose work is risk-taking and/or deemed "difficult" to produce. Supports artistic innovation and bold theatrical work that may face production challenges.	Not published	Varies
BGDM Sustainable Artist Grant Brown Girls Doc Mafia Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Young Professional Grants Cincinnati Institute of Fine Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K ArtsWave's Young Professionals Grant Program supports innovative arts initiatives in the Cincinnati region. Since 1927, ArtsWave has empowered local organizations through funding, fostering creativity and cultural engagement.	Not published	Up to $10K
Kurt Weill Prize Grant The Kurt Weill Foundation for Music · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K The Kurt Weill Prize, established by the Kurt Weill Foundation for Music in 1994, recognizes outstanding scholarship in music theater since 1900. Awarded biennially, it includes a $5,000 prize for a book and a $2,000 prize for an article.	Not published	$2K – $5K
Community Fund Grants: Arts & Culture Akron Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Akron Community Foundation offers Community Fund Grants focused on Arts & Culture, aimed at enriching the community's quality of life.	Not published	Varies
Founders' Award New Urban Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies One of three awards given annually by New Urban Arts since 2015. The award recognizes outstanding contributions to the organization and community.	Not published	Varies
Interlace Grant Fund: Grant Writing Mentorship Program The Andy Warhol Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Interlace Grant Writing Mentorship Program connects emerging visual artists with experienced mentors who have successfully navigated grant writing.	Not published	Varies
RBPFF Grants Raymond B Preston Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Raymond B. Preston Family Foundation focuses on educational, artistic, and charitable needs primarily in Henderson, Kentucky.	Not published	Varies
Capacity Building Grants (NEA-funded) Artsmemphis · Foundation Not published · $50K ARTSmemphis received a $50,000 award from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) to provide capacity-building grants to Memphis arts organizations. These grants enable operational and creative growth through targeted investments.	Not published	$50K
Westchester Community Foundation Grant Program The New York Community Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Westchester Community Foundation Grant Program offers competitive grants to public charities and groups providing programs in Westchester County.	Not published	Varies
Applied Materials Foundation Grants: Education, Arts & Culture, Civic Engagement, Environment Focus Areas The Applied Materials Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Applied Materials Foundation offers grants focusing on education, arts and culture, civic engagement, the environment, and girls' empowerment.	Not published	Varies
HGA Scholarship Grant Handweavers Guild of America Inc. · Foundation Not published · $4K The Handweavers Guild of America (HGA) offers scholarships to students in accredited fiber arts programs in the U.S. and Canada.	Not published	$4K
CAP ArtSpace Grants Community Arts Partnership of Tompkins County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Louis & Elizabeth Nave Flarsheim Charitable Foundation Grant Louis and Elizabeth Nave Flarsheim Charitable · Foundation Not published · $1K – $50K The Louis & Elizabeth Nave Flarsheim Charitable Foundation Grant aims to enhance educational, cultural, and health care services in the Greater Kansas City Metro area.	Not published	$1K – $50K
Moving Image Fund: Production / Post Production Grants The LEF Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K – $25K The Moving Image Fund, established by LEF New England, supports independent documentary filmmakers in the region with grants for production and post-production phases.	Not published	$15K – $25K
UMEZ Arts Engagement Grant (UMAE) Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K	Not published	Up to $10K
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Grant Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) is a private, international philanthropic organization, making grants to nonprofit organizations globally in the areas of arts and culture, education, health and sports, and social welfare.	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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