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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Arts Build Community Grant Asheville Area Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
City of Terre Haute Arts Project Grant Arts Illiana Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Second Stage Pacific Northwest Ballet Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Second Stage is a multi-faceted career transition program for PNB dancers to achieve their post-Company goals. Since 1999, the program has provided more than $750,000 in grants to dozens of dancers.	Not published	Varies
Fast Track Literary Grants South Carolina Humanities Council Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $3K Fast Track Literary Grants support new or existing public literary programs.	Rolling	Up to $3K
Artist Support Grants Arts Council of Moore County · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Artist Support Grant by The Arts Council of Moore County provides funding to support the professional and artistic development of North Carolina artists across various genres.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Good Deeds Grant Community Foundation of Wabash County Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Good Deeds Grant, offered by the Community Foundation of Wabash County, provides small to mid-sized grants (up to $5,000) to nonprofit organizations addressing basic needs and enrichment for Wabash County citizens.	Not published	Up to $5K
East Idaho Grant- F.M., Anne G., and Beverly B. Bistline Foundation Fund Idaho Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The F.M., Anne G., and Beverly B. Bistline Foundation Fund, managed by the Idaho Community Foundation, supports arts initiatives in southeastern Idaho.	Not published	$3K – $10K
Special Grant Support Musical Fund Society Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant program referenced on the website that provides support for special projects and initiatives, though specific details are limited. The Musical Fund Society of Philadelphia	Not published	Varies
Creative Research Grants Foundation for Contemporary Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K New grant program supporting creative research and development for artists. Funds for creative research and development projects.	Not published	$10K
Lynne Goldsborough Yowell Scholarship Grant Northern Piedmont Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lynne Goldsborough Yowell Scholarship, managed by the Northern Piedmont Community Foundation, supports students from Madison and Culpeper County public high schools.	Not published	Varies
Cox Charities Community Grant Program Cox Communications Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $12K Cox Charities Northeast offers community grants ranging from $5,000 to $12,000 annually to support nonprofit organizations focused on STEAM education.	Not published	$5K – $12K
Abbey Mural Prize Grant National Academy of Design · Foundation Not published · $10K – $40K The Abbey Mural Prize, established in 1932, supports the creation and restoration of public murals across the United States.	Not published	$10K – $40K
Elkins Grant The Elkins Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Elkins Grant, offered by The Elkins Foundation, aims to enhance the quality of life in Houston and the Greater Gulf Coast through support for diverse educational, healthcare, cultural, community, and religious organizations.	Not published	Varies
Gayle Sundt Creative Arts Fund White Bear Lake Area Educational Foundat · Foundation Not published · Varies Listed among the various grants available through the White Bear Lake Area Educational Foundation. Limited information provided on website.	Not published	Varies
Maier Foundation "A Look Behind the Curtain..." Scholarship West Virginia Symphony Orchestra Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Radical Imagination Grant NDN Collective Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support for Indigenous artists, culture bearers and storytellers to imagine, design and create projects that propose solutions to intractable societal problems.	Not published	Varies
Arts Learning Project Grant Nevada Arts Council (NAC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $7K The Arts Learning Project Grant, administered by the Nevada Arts Council (NAC), aims to enhance arts education and creativity within Nevada communities.	Not published	Up to $7K
Helen Gertrude Sparks Charitable Trust Grant Helen Gertrude Sparks Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Helen Gertrude Sparks Charitable Trust Grant supports charitable organizations in Texas, focusing on the elderly, disabled children, the arts, and education.	Not published	$5K – $15K
HFBC: Community Fund Grants Heritage Fund - the Community Foundation of Bartholomew County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The HFBC Community Fund Grants support local organizations in Bartholomew County with an annual budget of over $700,000. The program focuses on areas such as arts, culture, youth development, and downtown vibrancy.	Not published	Varies
Esther Kanagawa Memorial Art Scholarship Fund Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Esther Kanagawa Memorial Art Scholarship Fund, established in 2000 by Donald Kanagawa, supports Hawaii residents pursuing fine arts studies such as drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics, or photography.	Not published	Varies
Rural Community Endowments: Wheatland County Community Foundation Grant Central Montana Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wheatland County Community Foundation Grant, provided by the Central Montana Foundation, supports non-profit and tax-exempt organizations located in Central Montana.	Not published	Varies
Faculty and Staff Grants East High Angel Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $73K Support creative or impactful projects that inspire and elevate student learning, from hands-on science experiments to advanced technology programs	Not published	$50K – $73K
Sinew Fund Grants Racing Magpie · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Sinew Fund Grants, supported by Racing Magpie, empower Oceti Sakowin visual creatives in the U.S. to engage their communities through innovative, artist-led projects.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Bill Dorsey Scholarship Barbara Ingram School for the Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies Awards funds to students pursuing music careers	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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