Meadows Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation
Meadows Foundation Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Meadows Foundation Incorporated Last Updated: November 13, 2025 Summary The Meadows Foundation Grant Program is dedicated to enhancing the…
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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MAMMOTH LAKES RECREATION · January 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation
Measure U Grants Funder: Mammoth Lakes Recreation (MLR) Overview: MLR invites community partners to apply for Measure U Grant funding. The Measure U tax was approved by voters of Mammoth Lakes by a…
Up to US $12,000
THE FOUNDATION FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation
Mechanicsburg Area Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Amount: Up to US $12,000 Last Updated: October 22, 2025 Summary The Mechanicsburg Area Foundation…
$6,500 total annually ($4,000 for Theatre Educator, $2,500 for three students)
MARION CULTURAL ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Megan Boone Grants for Performing Arts Funder: Marion Cultural Alliance, Inc. (MCA) with funding from actress and director Megan Boone Geographic Scope: Marion County, Florida (Ocala area) Overview:…
Up to $675 (Mel Shull Grant) and up to $1,000 (Nanette Hatzes Grant)
ADAMS COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL · February 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation
Mel Shull and Nanette Hatzes Memorial Fund Grants Overview: The Adams County Arts Council offers annually a competitive request for proposals for two grant awards. The Mel Shull Grant will be awarded…
CALIFORNIA STATE SUMMER SCHOOL ARTS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Mel Swope Performing Arts Scholarship Overview: College scholarship for outstanding CSSSA students in the performing arts. Award Details: - Amount: $10,000 - Number of Awards: One per year - Eligible…
Varies
Andrew W. Mellon Foundation · Rolling / Open State
Mellon Foundation Grants - Organization: Andrew W. Mellon Foundation - Type: Foundation Grant
FUND FOR THE ARTS · October 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Member Arts Organizations Operating Support / Allocations Geographic Scope: Greater Kanawha Valley, West Virginia Program Overview: Fund for the Arts provides annual operating expense assistance to…
Up to US $10,000
MEMBERS 1ST CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Members 1st Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Members 1 St Charitable Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary The Members 1st Charitable Foundation…
MEMORIAL FOUNDATION FOR THE BLIND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Memorial Foundation for the Blind: Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Memorial Foundation for the Blind Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The Memorial Foundation for the Blind provides…
$250 - $750
ARTS COUNCIL OF INDIANAPOLIS INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Mental Health & Wellness Grants for Creatives Purpose: Support artists and creative workers in navigating and preventing addiction and substance use disorder. These grants help artists experiencing…
Varies (consulting fees up to $10,000, plus travel reimbursement)
New York Folklore Society Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation
Mentoring Program for Folklife and Traditional Arts Funder: New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA), Folk Arts Program Geographic Scope: New York State Overview: A technical assistance program…
Varies
Sundance Institute · Rolling / Open Foundation
Merata Mita Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sundance Institute Last Updated: October 10, 2025 Summary The Merata Mita Fellowship, offered by the Sundance Institute, honors the legacy of…
US $1,000 - US $5,000
THE MERICE BOO JOHNSTON GRIGSBY · Rolling / Open Foundation
Merice "Boo" Johnson Grigsby Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Boo Grigsby Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary The Boo Grigsby Foundation,…
Up to US $50,000
THE MERRICK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Merrick Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Merrick Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: April 23, 2025 Summary The Merrick Foundation, established in 1948, aims to enhance the…
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview _NOTE: Grant seekers are encouraged to discuss their ideas with a Foundation board member regarding their project ideas before submitting an electronic application._ Merrill Community…
MERVIN AND ANNETE PETERS FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Mervin and Annette Peters Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mervin and Annette Peters Family Foundation Last Updated: June 20, 2025 Summary The Mervin and Annette Peters Family…
Up to US $6,000
ALBERT AND HELEN MESERVE MEM FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation
Meserve Memorial Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Albert Wadsworth and Helen Clark Meserve Memorial Fund Amount: Up to US $6,000 Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The Meserve Memorial…
THE PITTSBURGH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Meshanko Memorial Scholarship Fund for CCAC Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Meshanko Memorial Scholarship Fund, established at The…
METLIFE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview _NOTE: This page is for the United States. In the U.S. there is an open call for applications. In Asia, Latin America, Europe and the Middle East regions applications will be accepted by…
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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