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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Theo Hornbacher Memorial Scholarship Fund Los Angeles County High School for the Arts Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Support future Visual Arts graduates of Los Angeles County High School for the Arts in memory of 2018 alumnus Theo Hornbacher	Not published	Varies
AFAC: Training & Regional Events Grant Arab Fund for Arts and Culture · Foundation Not published · Up to $35K The AFAC Training & Regional Events grant, established by the Arab Fund for Arts and Culture, supports various artistic and cultural initiatives across the Arab region.	Not published	Up to $35K
Community First Arts Grants Mammoth Lakes Recreation · Foundation Not published · $150K MLR received this grant from the NEA to help the arts and cultural sector recover from the pandemic. This was part of the NEA's significant investment in local arts agencies, with $20,200,000 awarded to 66 local arts agencies nationwide.	Not published	$150K
Arthur Jordan Foundation Grants Arthur Jordan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arthur Jordan Foundation grants funds for arts, education, human services, and the vitality of Indianapolis, IN, to nonprofit organizations via an online application process (with published Guidelines and a 'what we do not fund' list).	Not published	Varies
Erie County Cultural Funding Program - Level 2 & 3 (Grants over $50,000) Erie County Arts and Cultural Advisory Board (EACAB) · Foundation Not published · $50K – $200K The Erie County Cultural Funding Program offers significant grants exceeding $50,000 to 501c3 arts and cultural organizations located in Erie County.	Not published	$50K – $200K
Community Fund Grants Four Way Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Four Way Community Foundation awards grants to a diverse variety of nonprofit organizations in their target area through their Community Fund Grants program.	Not published	Varies
Designated and Agency Fund Grants Richland County Foundation · Foundation Not published · $612K – $2.9M The Richland County Foundation allocates grants from Designated Funds (which provide annual support to donor-selected charities) and Agency Funds (established by charitable organizations and managed by Foundation).	Not published	$612K – $2.9M
Vibrancy Grant Program Downtown Greensboro Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Vibrancy Grant Program supports small businesses located in downtown Greensboro to improve services, expand commercial opportunities, and enhance the visual appeal of storefronts. Investments to Expand Services and Commerce:	Not published	Up to $3K
Mini-Grants for Teachers Community Foundation of West Texas · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mini-Grants for Teachers program provides funding to K-12 teachers in the South Plains area to purchase classroom materials, equipment, and supplies that fall outside their standard annual school budgets.	Not published	Varies
Arts Education Grant Program Sonoma County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arts Education Grant Program, managed by Community Foundation Sonoma County, aims to enhance equitable access to high-quality arts education in Sonoma County.	Not published	Varies
FACF: Mini-Grants Program Fremont Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The FACF Mini-Grants Program provides one-time discretionary grants of up to $1,500 for nonprofits to support projects in arts, education, civic improvement, health, and social services.	Not published	Up to $2K
AIANY + ASLANY Transportation and Infrastructure Design Excellence Awards The New York Chapter of the American Institute of Architects · Foundation Not published · Varies Built and unbuilt projects will be reviewed for their innovative design approaches to transportation and infrastructure.	Not published	Varies
Fidelity Foundation Grant Fidelity Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fidelity Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations that aim for high impact in areas like Arts, Education, and Health.	Not published	Varies
Columbia Bank Foundation Community Grant Program Columbia Bank Foundation · Foundation Not published · $8K – $15K The Columbia Bank Foundation Community Grant Program aims to support local communities by funding innovative programs that benefit low-and-moderate income individuals.	Not published	$8K – $15K
Olga Sipolin Children's Fund Grant Olga Sipolin Children's Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Olga Sipolin Children's Fund Grant, managed by Bank of America, aims to support underserved children by addressing their basic needs, including housing, clothing, food, and medical care.	Not published	Varies
Creative County Initiative Special Projects Grant Essex County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K The Creative County Initiative Special Projects Grant aims to support innovative arts and culture projects in Essex County.	Not published	$2K – $5K
Accelerator Grants Program The Miami Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Miami Foundation developed the Accelerator Grants program to recognize individuals, groups and nonprofits showing strong momentum around solutions addressing key issue areas and demonstrating the ability to achieve more.	Not published	Varies
Robert W. Woodruff Foundation: Arts & Culture Grant Robert W Woodruff Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20M The Robert W. Woodruff Foundation supports arts and culture initiatives to enhance community vitality in Georgia.	Not published	Up to $20M
Leeway x NextFab Art & Technology Residency Grant Leeway Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Leeway x NextFab Art & Technology Residency supports women and trans artists by providing a unique opportunity to create art for social change.	Not published	Up to $3K
Bisbee Foundation Project Grants Arizona Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bisbee Foundation Project Grants support non-profit organizations in Arizona, focusing on arts, humanities, education, and historic preservation.	Not published	Varies
Theodore Edson Parker Foundation Grant Theodore Edson Parker Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K – $50K The Theodore Edson Parker Foundation Grant supports a variety of community needs in Lowell, MA, focusing on children, disadvantaged young women, and the elderly.	Not published	$15K – $50K
McKnight Foundation: Arts & Culture Grant Program The McKnight Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McKnight Foundation's Arts & Culture Grant Program supports initiatives that empower artists and culture bearers in Minnesota.	Not published	Varies
A. O. Smith Foundation Grants A O Smith Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The A. O. Smith Foundation, established in 1955, provides grants to support charitable, educational, and human services organizations primarily in communities where A. O. Smith Corporation operates.	Not published	Varies
Kenai Peninsula Foundation Competitive Grant The Alaska Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Kenai Peninsula Foundation Competitive Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for residents of the central Kenai Peninsula.	Not published	Up to $3K

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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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