Grants for Arts

Last updated November 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,905 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from state 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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CBT: Arts and Culture Program - Arts Evolution Grant Columbia Basin Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The CBT Arts and Culture Program, managed by the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance, offers grants supporting diverse arts projects for individuals and organizations.	Not published	Up to $15K
Art Project Grant for Individuals Arrowhead Regional Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $3K – $4K Supports individual artists in creating, developing, and completing specific artistic projects across all disciplines.	Not published	$3K – $4K
Barney & Barney Foundation Annual Grant Program Barney & Barney Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Barney & Barney Foundation awards grants to local non-profit organizations annually. Since 2009, the Foundation has awarded $5.5 million to more than 300 non-profits.	Not published	Varies
Regional Touring Grant Program Mid-America Arts Alliance · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Regional Touring Grant Program, funded by the Mid-America Arts Alliance, supports organizations in the M-AAA region to showcase touring artists from outside their state.	Not published	Up to $5K
Grants for Artists Maryland Department of Commerce · State Not published · Varies The purpose of the Grants for Artists program is to contribute to the sustainability of artists' livelihoods by providing funds that support working or living expenses.	Not published	Varies
Irene E. & George A. Davis Foundation Grants The Irene E and George A Davis Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Irene E. & George A. Davis Foundation provides grants to nonprofit organizations serving Hampden County, Massachusetts. Funding areas include early education, health, economic mobility, and arts.	Not published	Varies
ASCA: Helen Walker Performing Arts Grants Alaska State Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Helen Walker Performing Arts Grants, administered by the Alaska State Council on the Arts, support performing arts initiatives across Alaska.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Judi Cassell Teaching Artist Fellowship in Visual Arts Metropolitan Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies Honors the legacy of Judi Cassell, an accomplished animation artist and mentor. The award recognizes exceptional visual arts teaching artists.	Not published	Varies
Women's Fund Grants Community Foundation of the Eastern Shor · Foundation Not published · $65K Support programs addressing unmet needs of women and girls	Not published	$65K
MRAC: Flexible Support Grant Program Metropolitan Regional Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The MRAC Flexible Support Grant Program aims to enhance arts access for Minnesotans by funding projects that promote arts programming and strengthen organizational capacity.	Not published	Up to $25K
CNL Charitable Foundation Grants CNL Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The CNL Charitable Foundation Grants, initiated by CNL Financial Group founder Jim Seneff, aim to enhance community well-being in Central Florida.	Not published	Varies
Edith R. "Edee" Carlson Memorial Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Edith R. "Edee" Carlson Memorial Scholarship at Montana State University supports students pursuing a degree in the School of Art.	Not published	Varies
Capital Grants for Building Maintenance or New Construction The Roundhouse Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Roundhouse Foundation's Capital Grants program offers funding for building maintenance and new construction projects aimed at enhancing rural Oregon communities.	Not published	Up to $100K
Snee-Reinhardt Charitable Foundation Grant Snee-Reinhardt Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Snee-Reinhardt Charitable Foundation Grant supports transformative programs in Pittsburgh and surrounding areas, focusing on arts, education, environmental health, and human services.	Not published	Up to $10K
Oregon Arts Commission: Sustaining Arts Program - Group A Grant Oregon Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The Oregon Arts Commission's Sustaining Arts Program - Group A provides operating support grants to arts organizations with annual operating expenses under $150,000.	Not published	$1K – $3K
Illuminate the Arts Grant: Small Nonprofit Arts Organizations Creative Philadelphia (City of Philadelphia - Office of the Mayor) · State Not published · $3K – $5K The Illuminate the Arts Grant (ITAG) supports small nonprofit arts organizations in Philadelphia with operating budgets under $100,000.	Not published	$3K – $5K
American Legion Auxiliary Foundation Veterans Creative Arts Festival (VCAF) Grant American Legion Auxiliary Fndn · Foundation Not published · $1K – $2K The ALA Foundation's Veterans Creative Arts Festival (VCAF) grants fund local VA creative-arts festivals/competitions (art supplies, keepsakes, ceremonies) that feed the National Veterans Creative Arts Festival.	Not published	$1K – $2K
Wherewithal Project & Presentation Grant The Andy Warhol Foundation · Foundation Not published · $8K The Wherewithal Project & Presentation Grant, funded by The Andy Warhol Foundation, supports artists in the DC area with $7,500 grants for innovative projects that will be publicly presented between January and December 2025.	Not published	$8K
Impact100 Traverse City Grant Impact 100 of Traverse City Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K Impact100 Traverse City provides transformational grants across five counties, focusing on environment, education, arts, family, and health initiatives. Eligible organizations must be tax-exempt and serve the local community.	Not published	$100K
Walter & Jessie Francisco Charitable Foundation Grant Walter & Jessie Francisco Char Fnd · Foundation Not published · Varies The Walter & Jessie Francisco Charitable Foundation Grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations serving Janesville and Rock County, Wisconsin.	Not published	Varies
Mini-Grants Arts Commission Grants · State Not published · $20K – $100K Mini-Grants for organizations are designed to meet a wide variety of needs in Mississippi communities.	Not published	$20K – $100K
Literary Competition Assoc of Program Directors in Surgery · Foundation Not published · $1K Annual competition inviting undergraduates and alumni from Alpha Delta Phi Fraternity and Alpha Delta Phi Society to submit original literary compositions. Address: 2242 N. Baldwin Way #5B, Palatine, IL 60074	Not published	$1K
LoLA Fund Grants Missoula Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The LoLA Fund Grants, offered by the Missoula Community Foundation, support artistic projects that promote healing and wellness through creative expression.	Not published	Varies
Dunham West Foundation Grant Ruth St John & John Dunham West · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dunham West Foundation Grant, established in 1957, supports arts and humanitarian organizations benefiting Manitowoc County residents.	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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