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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Carpenter Foundation Grants The Carpenter Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carpenter Foundation, established in 1942, focuses on enhancing opportunities in the Rogue Valley through grants primarily for human services, education, arts, and public interest.	Not published	Varies
Liberty Giving Circle Grant Program Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Liberty Giving Circle Grant Program, supported by the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation, aims to enhance the well-being of Liberty area residents through philanthropic efforts.	Not published	Varies
Radical Imagination Grant NDN Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports Indigenous artists, culture bearers, and storytellers to imagine, design, and create projects that propose solutions to societal problems and envision a new, just future.	Not published	Varies
Bill and Meredith Gisness Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bill and Meredith Gisness Scholarship, offered by Montana State University, supports graduate students pursuing degrees in Environmental Design or Architecture.	Not published	Varies
Palmetto Bluff Inspiring The Arts Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of the Lowcountry · Foundation Not published · Varies The Palmetto Bluff Inspiring The Arts Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry, aims to support talented high school seniors from Beaufort, Jasper, or Chatham County in pursuing post-secondary education in the…	Not published	Varies
Grand Foundation Annual Grant Columbine Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Grand Foundation Annual Grant supports non-profit organizations in Grand County, Colorado, awarding over $216,000 to 47 organizations this year alone.	Not published	Varies
Chelicca Scholarship for Bead Project Alumni Grant UrbanGlass · Foundation Not published · Varies The Chelicca Scholarship for Bead Project Alumni, offered by UrbanGlass, provides $1,000 to ten selected alumni to further their creative studies at UrbanGlass.	Not published	Varies
Native Performing Arts Live Production Grant (LPG) First Peoples Fund · Foundation Not published · $30K The Native Performing Arts Live Production Grant (LPG) supports Native artists and organizations in staging live performances, fostering cultural expression.	Not published	$30K
Architecture + Design Independent Projects Grants The Architectural League of New York · Foundation Not published · Varies The Independent Projects grant program is a partnership between the New York State Council on the Arts and The Architectural League of New York, awarding grants for New York State-based individuals and teams to explore a design topic…	Not published	Varies
Piano Performance and Education Grants Ross McKee Foundation for the Musical Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Ross McKee Foundation provides grants to support piano performance and education in the San Francisco Bay Area.	Not published	Up to $2K
Grand Haven Area Community Impact Grants Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Grand Haven Area Community Foundation's grants enhance the quality of life in Northwest Ottawa County by supporting projects in arts, diversity, economic development, education, environment, and health.	Not published	Varies
John W. and Anna H. Hanes Foundation Grant Ta John W and Anna H · Foundation Not published · Varies The John W. and Anna H. Hanes Foundation Grant, established in 1947, aims to enhance the lives of North Carolina citizens, initially focusing on Forsyth County.	Not published	Varies
PCF: Community Impact Grant The Philadelphia Cultural Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The PCF Community Impact Grant, administered by the Philadelphia Cultural Fund, offers $10,000 grants to small arts and culture organizations with annual budgets of $500,000 or less.	Not published	$10K
Northeast Valley Best Start Community Grants Los Angeles Education Partnership · Foundation Not published · $75K LAEP facilitates the Northeast Valley (NEV) Best Start Community and partners with El Nido Family Centers to award grants through a participatory budget process (PBP).	Not published	$75K
Lightning Fund Artist Grant Los Angeles Contemporary Exhibitions · Foundation Not published · $6K The Lightning Fund Artist Grant, presented by LACE, is an annual opportunity for artists residing in Los Angeles County.	Not published	$6K
The Lea Courington Scholarship Friends of WRR · Foundation Not published · $16K Friends of WRR awards The Lea Courington Scholarship every other year to a graduating high school senior.	Not published	$16K
Van Lier New Voices Fellowship Lark Theatre Company Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A fellowship program offered by The Lark that supports emerging playwrights of color. Supports playwrights of color in early stages of their careers, providing both financial and artistic resources.	Not published	Varies
Ahmad Lee Art Scholarship Fund Washington Township Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The annual scholarship supports a North Central Senior who demonstrates a love of sketching and is planning to continue their education in art. The scholarship is intended to ease the cost of exploring art at the post-secondary level.	Not published	Varies
Impact 100 Atlanta Grant IMPACT100 Atlanta Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K Impact100 Atlanta is a philanthropic initiative led by a diverse group of women aiming to create a sustainable impact in Metro Atlanta through collective funding.	Not published	$100K
Leo Potishman Foundation Grant Leo Potishman Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: To locate information about this grant program, please search by name using the foundation finder here._ For the support of charitable purposes with preference to Fort Worth, Texas.	Not published	Varies
South Pitch Program New Orleans Film & Video Society Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K A pitch competition program for filmmakers from the South with two tracks: Narrative and Documentary. Winners receive cash awards and additional opportunities.	Not published	$10K
Elizabeth Furber Scholarship Grant Native Forward Scholars Fund · Foundation Not published · $100 – $30K The Elizabeth Furber Scholarship honors the legacy of Elizabeth Furber by providing financial assistance to American Indian and Alaska Native female graduate students.	Not published	$100 – $30K
Charles D. Berry Foundation Grant Charles D. Berry Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Charles D. Berry Foundation, established in 2018 by Chuck Berry, aims to enrich the Greater Dayton community through grants in arts, education, health, and community services.	Not published	Varies
Allegan County Community Foundation: Community Grant The Allegan County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies All requests (excluding food-related, youth related, and event sponsorships) should be addressed through the Community Grant application. You may only receive a TAG Youth or Community award during the same grant year.	Not published	Varies

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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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