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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Shiawassee Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Montgomery Family Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Shiawassee Community Foundation Last Updated: November 04, 2025 Summary The Montgomery Family Fund Grant, honoring the legacy of biology teacher…

The Moody Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Moody Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Moody Foundation Last Updated: October 24, 2025 Summary The Moody Foundation Grant supports charitable projects in Texas, focusing on innovative ideas…

DALLAS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS · February 17, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Moody Fund for the Arts (MFA) Grants Program Type: Annual grant program for small and emerging arts organizations in Dallas Background: Created in 2017 as a permanent endowment by a $10 million gift…

THE AMERICAN TURKISH SOCIETY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Moon and Stars Project Grants Overview: The American Turkish Society awards competitive grants to support emerging and established artists in the development of arts and culture projects related to…

MOONEYHAN FAMILY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mooneyhan Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mooneyhan Family Foundation Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: October 15, 2025 Summary The Mooneyhan Family Foundation, established in…

Arts Council of New Orleans · Rolling / Open Foundation

More Joy Community Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arts Council New Orleans Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The More Joy Community Arts Grant supports initiatives that…

FOUNDATION FOR APPALACHIAN OHIO · Rolling / Open Foundation

Morgan Community Fund- Annual Grant Funding Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for Appalachian Ohio Amount: US $500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: July 31, 2025 Summary The Morgan Community Fund provides…

Up to US $10,000
DULUTH-SUPERIOR AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Morgan Fund Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boreal Waters Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: February 18, 2026 Summary The Morgan Fund Grant Program aims to enhance…

MORGAN JUDD FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Morgan Judd Foundation Direct Scholarship Program Overview: Beginning in the 2023-2024 academic year, the Morgan Judd Foundation established a scholarship program providing $7,500 academic…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER · Rolling / Open Foundation

Morris Fund Official Name: Philip A. Morris Fund for the Design Arts Type: Field of Interest Fund Mission: Create and expand awareness of the design arts and the impact of quality design in the…

More than US $1,000
ARTS COUNCIL OF THE MORRIS AREA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Morris Local Arts Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arts Council of the Morris Area Amount: More than US $1,000 Last Updated: July 23, 2025 Summary The Morris Local Arts Grants program aims to enhance…

ASCAP FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Morton Gould Young Composer Awards Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ascap Foundation Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary The Morton Gould Young Composer Awards, presented by The ASCAP Foundation,…

MORTON-KELLY CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Morton-Kelly Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Morton-Kelly Charitable Trust Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: August 10, 2025 Summary The Morton-Kelly Charitable Trust, established…

Moses D. Nunnally, Jr. Charitable Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

Moses D. Nunnally, Jr. Charitable Trust B Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Moses D. Nunnally, Jr. Charitable Trust Amount: US $5,000 - US $75,000 Last Updated: September 17, 2025 Summary The Moses D.…

ArtPrize Grand Rapids · May 21, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Motu Viget Grant Program Status: Active for 2026 Geographic Scope: Local - Grand Rapids, Michigan artists only Grant Amount: $3,000 per award; three awards available Overview: ArtPrize continues the…

Redwood Foundation for Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Moulton Family Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Redwood Foundation for Education Last Updated: November 04, 2025 Summary The Moulton Family Fund, administered by the Redwood Foundation for…

LOHENGRIN FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Purpose: The Movement Building and Systems Change (MBSC) Grant Program supports nonprofits and community-based organizations that engage in organizing, power building, advocacy and…

THE LEF FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Moving Image Fund: Production / Post Production Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: LEF Foundation Amount: US $15,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary The Moving Image Fund, established 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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