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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NATIONAL ASSEMBLY OF STATE ARTS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Munartet Project Administering Agency: Alaska State Council on the Arts (ASCA) - serves as grantor and administrative partner Geographic Scope: Kodiak Island, Alaska Status: Active collaborative…

MUNSTER EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Closed · Bimonthly Foundation

Munster Education Foundation Grants Funder: Munster Education Foundation Inc (IN, US) Geographic Scope: Munster Schools (five schools in Munster, Indiana) Overview: The Munster Education Foundation…

DOWNTOWN SPRINGDALE ALLIANCE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Mural Grant Program Organization: Downtown Springdale Alliance Mission: Improve downtown's aesthetics and engage local artists by enhancing building facades in downtown Springdale. Program Details…

DOWNTOWN OKLAHOMA CITY INITIATIVES INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mural Match Program Funder: Downtown Oklahoma City Initiatives Overview: Program to support mural creation in downtown Oklahoma City through matching funds or grants. Geographic Scope - Downtown…

WORCESTER COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Murals and Public Art Projects Grants Overview: Grant program for murals and public art projects in Worcester County. Specific guidelines are available for this funding category. Geographic Scope:…

US $1,000 - US $5,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Murco Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: June 04, 2025 Summary The Murco Foundation Grants, managed…

MURIEL MCBRIEN KAUFFMAN FAMILY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Muriel McBrien Kauffman Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Muriel McBrien Kauffman Foundation Last Updated: January 26, 2026 Summary The Muriel McBrien Kauffman Foundation Grant supports diverse…

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF MUSEUMS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview MAP Assessment Types MAP offers five assessments. Aspects common to all assessments: * Grounded in the Core Standards * Include Diversity, Equity, Access, and Inclusion (DEAI) issues as…

US $50,000 - US $1,000,000
CA Natural Resources Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

Museum Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: CA Natural Resources Agency Amount: US $50,000 - US $1,000,000 Last Updated: April 14, 2025 Summary The Museum Grant Program, established under California…

California Casualty · Rolling / Open Foundation

Music & Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Casualty Amount: US $300 Last Updated: December 28, 2025 Summary The California Casualty Music & Arts Grant supports K-12 public schools facing…

MutualOne Charitable Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

MutualOne Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mutualone Charitable Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 15, 2026 Summary The MutualOne Charitable Foundation,…

ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA · May 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

MVP Volunteer Award Organization: Association of California Symphony Orchestras (ACSO) Purpose: Since 1996, the Most Valuable Player (MVP) Volunteer Awards recognize exemplary volunteers, volunteer…

Nebraska Arts Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

NAC: Arts Accessibility for Event Services Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nebraska Arts Council Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: December 04, 2025 Summary The Nebraska Arts Council offers the Arts…

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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