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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GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mathilda & Carolyn Gallmeyer Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Rapids Community Foundation Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary Overview Generally the Community Foundation's scholarships…

Matson Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Matson Foundation Community Giving Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Matson Foundation Last Updated: November 28, 2025 Summary The Matson Foundation, a corporate entity, emphasizes community involvement…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Matthew Chew Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The Matthew Chew Memorial Scholarship, established…

US $5,000 - US $15,000
MASSERINI MAURICE J TUA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Maurice J. Masserini Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maurice J. Masserini Trust Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: April 19, 2025 Summary The Maurice J. Masserini Trust Grant aims to…

MAX AND MARIAN FARASH CHARITABLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Max and Marian Farash Charitable Foundation: Grant for Arts Status: ACTIVE Funder: Max And Marian Farash Charitable Foundation Amount: US $4,000 - US $48,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The…

MAZUMA CREDIT UNION · August 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Mazuma Foundation Grants Funder: Mazuma Credit Union (Kansas City, MO/KS area) Background: The Mazuma Foundation was created in 2015 as part of Mazuma Credit Union's commitment to providing financial…

MARION CULTURAL ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

MCA Cultural Grants for Nonprofit Arts Organizations Funder: Marion Cultural Alliance, Inc. (MCA) Geographic Scope: Ocala/Marion County, Florida Overview: A key element of MCA's mission is supporting…

CULTURESOURCE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

MCACA Arts Equipment & Supplies Grants Funder: Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs (MCACA) Administrator for Wayne County: CultureSource Administrators for other counties: Anton Art Center…

Up to $500
CULTURESOURCE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

MCACA Bus Grants Funder: Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs (MCACA) Administrator for Wayne County: CultureSource Administrators for other counties: Anton Art Center (Oakland, Macomb),…

CULTURESOURCE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

MCACA Minigrants Funder: Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs (MCACA) Administrator for Wayne County: CultureSource Geographic Scope: Michigan statewide (seven counties for CultureSource…

MINNEAPOLIS COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN · Rolling / Open Foundation

MCAD-Jerome Foundation Fellowships Funder: Jerome Foundation in partnership with Minneapolis College of Art and Design Geographic Scope: Minneapolis, Minnesota area Overview: Fellowship program…

McBETH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

McBeth Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mcbeth Foundation Last Updated: May 16, 2025 Summary The McBeth Foundation Grant supports meaningful initiatives in animal welfare, environmental…

McCasland Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

McCasland Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: McCasland Foundation Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The McCasland Foundation, founded in 1950 by T.H. McCasland, focuses on giving back to…

MONTGOMERY COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

MCCF - Unrestricted Grant Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montgomery County Community Foundation Inc. Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The Montgomery County Community Foundation (MCCF) offers an…

McPherson County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

MCCF General Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: McPherson County Community Foundation Last Updated: February 02, 2026 Summary The MCCF General Grant supports nonprofit organizations in McPherson County,…

Montgomery County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

MCCF Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montgomery County Community Foundation (Texas) Last Updated: August 05, 2025 Summary The Montgomery County Community Foundation offers various grants aimed at…

MCCLURE FAMILY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

McClure Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: McClure Family Foundation Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary The McClure Family Foundation Grant honors the legacy of Charles and Dorothy…

Frequently Asked Questions

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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