Grants for Arts

Last updated November 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,905 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from federal and 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 PA Statewide: Creative Catalyst Grants Pennsylvania Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Pennsylvania Council on the Arts offers the Creative Catalyst Grants to support innovative arts projects that can have a significant impact across the state.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Community Engagement Grants (CEG): Arts Fund The Bronx Council on the Arts Incorporated · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Bronx Council on the Arts (BCA) offers Community Engagement Grants (CEG) to support high-quality arts projects that enrich the cultural landscape of The Bronx.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Golden Heart Community Foundation Fund Grant The Alaska Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Golden Heart Community Foundation Fund provides annual grants ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 to support diverse charitable needs in the Greater Fairbanks area.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Henderson Foundation Mini-Grants Program George B Henderson Foundation JH5090 · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: Please note that for 2024 the Henderson Foundation will hold one grant round only, due to a backlog of funding commitments for projects that were delayed over the last two years._ The Henderson Foundation’s grants provide support…	Not published	Varies
Lily Auchincloss Foundation: General Grants - Human Services Lily Auchincloss Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lily Auchincloss Foundation, established in 1997, aims to enhance the quality of life in New York City through grants focused on human services, arts, and environmental initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Literary Arts Grants: For Publishers South Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K South Arts, Inc. offers Literary Arts Grants to support Southern independent publishers and small presses with funding up to $5,000.	Not published	Up to $5K
Berk Foundation Grants David & Minnie Berk Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The David and Minnie Berk Foundation, established in 1961, provides grants to charitable organizations in the arts, education, and social services, focusing on youth, the elderly, and the needy.	Not published	Up to $10K
Impact Las Vegas Grant Program Impact Las Vegas Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K The Impact Las Vegas Grant Program provides substantial funding to nonprofits in Southern Nevada, focusing on initiatives that enhance culture, education, environment, family, and health.	Not published	$100K
GMF: Cycle 3 - Project Support Grant Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Greater Milwaukee Foundation's GMF: Cycle 3 - Project Support offers grants up to $50,000 per year for three years, targeting projects that promote arts, culture, and racial equity.	Not published	Up to $50K
Art Exhibition (Curatorial) Grant Program DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities · Foundation Not published · Up to $35K The Art Exhibition (Curatorial) Grant Program supports District resident curators in developing visual art exhibitions. This competitive grant provides funding and exhibition space in CAH's galleries and virtual platform.	Not published	Up to $35K
Elizabeth Raymond Ambler Trust Community Grant Elizabeth Raymond Ambler Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ambler Trust Grants, provided by the Elizabeth Raymond Ambler Trust, support various sectors including education, health, arts, culture, and environmental initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Minchen-Beville Foundation Grant Minchen-Beville Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Minchen-Beville Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations in Georgetown, Texas, focusing on older adults.	Not published	Varies
Creative Impact Scholarship Oregon State Credit Union · Foundation Not published · $3K	Not published	$3K
Dennis Foundation Grant Dennis Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $75K The Dennis Foundation Grant, established in 1966 by Benjamin Dennis, Jr., supports a variety of charitable causes in central Virginia, particularly in Richmond.	Not published	$2K – $75K
Getty Images & Chris Hondros Fund Award The Chris Hondros Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fund selects recipients on an objective and nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race, gender and/or gender identity or expression, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, ethnicity, disability, veteran or military status…	Not published	Varies
Eleanor Friedberg Art Scholarship Fund Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Eleanor Friedberg Art Scholarship Fund, established by the Pittsburgh Foundation, supports graduating high school seniors from Pittsburgh Public Schools and nearby areas who aspire to study the arts.	Not published	Up to $10K
Harlene and Marvin Wool Foundation Grant Harlene & Marvin Wool Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Harlene and Marvin Wool Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations in the St. Louis area that enhance lives through health, education, social services, and the arts.	Not published	Varies
AIE In-School Residency Program Grant Foundation for Arkansas Heritage and History Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The AIE In-School Residency Program Grant, offered by the Arkansas Arts Council, supports schools and local arts agencies by providing professional artists for residencies that enhance arts education for pre K-12 students.	Not published	Up to $40K
AFCP 2020 Small Grants Competition U.S. Mission to Egypt · Federal Forecast · $200K – $800K The Cultural Affairs Office of the U.S. Embassy in Cairo is now accepting project abstracts for the Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2020 Large Grants Competition.	Forecast	$200K – $800K
Arts & Heritage Fund - General Operating Support Grants Arts and Culture Alliance of Greater Knoxville · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide stable financial support to arts and heritage organizations, broaden access to high-quality arts and heritage experiences, and foster excellence in the local arts and heritage field and its administration.	Not published	Varies
Arts and Culture Fund Collington Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support a broad range of artistic and cultural endeavors for Collington residents.	Not published	Varies
Individual Artist Grants Saratoga Arts · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The Individual Artist Grants support the professional growth of artists through funding for projects that can range from $1,000 to $5,000.	Not published	$1K – $3K
SMF: Oregon Tribal Grants Spirit Mountain Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Spirit Mountain Foundation provides funding to Oregon's nine federally recognized tribes through the Oregon Tribal Grants program.	Not published	Up to $100K
Cultural Sustainability Grant South Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K – $150K Cultural Sustainability, a collaborative initiative by The Wallace Foundation and U.S. Regional Arts Organizations, aims to support arts organizations rooted in communities of color with annual expenses below $500,000.	Not published	$50K – $150K

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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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