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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Shelley Speet-Mills Creative Arts Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area seeks to ensure that our community thrives today, tomorrow, and forever by building our Community’s Endowment to support high impact…	Not published	Varies
Groundwaves Hip-Hop Mentorship Program Creative Arkansas Community Hub & Exchan · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Research Fellowship Association of Arts Administration Educators Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K AAE is an international membership organization serving higher education arts administration programs with more than 250 members worldwide.	Not published	$2K
Alumni Artpreneur of the Year Awards Semans Art Fund · Foundation Not published · $10K – $20K From 2018–2022, the Alumni Artpreneur of the Year Award recognized UNCSA alumni for the measurable social, cultural, or economic impact of their body of work, including current creative projects or enterprises.	Not published	$10K – $20K
NPN Creation & Development Fund National Performance Network Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Creation & Development Fund is an NPN program that supports artists in creating and developing new work. The fund has supported multiple prominent artists whose work has received recognition from major national funders.	Not published	Varies
Pacific Power / Rocky Mountain Power: Arts/Culture Grants Pacificorp Foundation Aka Pacific Power · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Pacific Power Foundation is dedicated to enhancing community vitality through charitable investments, with a focus on arts and culture.	Not published	Up to $10K
Artist-in-Residence Program Powerhouse Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Supporting emerging to mid-career NYC-based artists working in print, ceramics, public art, and textiles fabrication. Supports artists working in the following disciplines:	Not published	Varies
We Create Accessible Culture Grant Washington County Arts Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Holland Friends of Art Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area seeks to ensure that our community thrives today, tomorrow, and forever by building our Community’s Endowment to support high impact…	Not published	Varies
Adeline & George McQueen Foundation Grant Adeline & George McQueen Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Adeline & George McQueen Foundation Grant supports charitable, educational, religious, and hospital organizations in Texas. It primarily funds nonprofit organizations recognized under section 501(c)3 of the IRS tax code.	Not published	Varies
Philip D. Levesque Memorial Community Award Grant Gifford Health Care Inc. · Foundation Not published · $2K The Philip D. Levesque Memorial Community Award offers two annual grants of $2,000 to local organizations in central Vermont.	Not published	$2K
Harold McAlister Charitable Foundation Grant Harold McAlister Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Harold McAlister Charitable Foundation Grant supports public charities focused on healthcare, education, social services, animal welfare, arts and culture, and environmental initiatives.	Not published	Varies
CORE Operating Support Grants - Mid-Size & Large Budget Organizations Arts Council Of Fort Worth And Tarrant · Foundation Not published · $100K The CORE Operating Support Grants aim to provide vital funding for established nonprofit arts organizations in Fort Worth with budgets of $100,000 and above.	Not published	$100K
Festivals Grants South Carolina Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The mission of the South Carolina Arts Commission is to expand access to the arts and foster creativity for all South Carolinians.	Not published	Up to $8K
Kenny Family Foundation Grant Kenny Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100 The Kenny Family Foundation Grant offers micro-grants to local 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations in New Castle County, Delaware.	Not published	$100
CMAB Artist in Residence Grant Central Minnesota Arts Board · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The CMAB Artist in Residence Grant offers up to $3,500 to support artistic activities in schools and nonprofits, enhancing student learning through collaboration with resident artists.	Not published	Up to $4K
William J. Brace Charitable Trust Grant W J Brace Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The William J. Brace Charitable Trust Grant supports educational, cultural, human services, and health care initiatives, focusing on the well-being of children and older adults, as well as hospitals in Kansas City, Missouri.	Not published	Varies
Burlington Capital Foundation Grant Burlington Capital Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Burlington Capital Foundation focuses on community-driven initiatives with significant impacts in Nebraska and Iowa, particularly in the areas of Military/Veteran support, senior communities, education, and the arts.	Not published	Varies
Queens Arts Fund: Arts Access Grant New York Foundation for the Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Feigenbaum Foundation Grants The Feigenbaum Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The founders, brothers Armand and Donald Feigenbaum, had a deep respect and love for the Berkshires.	Not published	Varies
McKnight Fellowship for Ceramic Artists Grant Northern Clay Center · Foundation Not published · $25K The McKnight Artist Fellowships for Ceramic Artists supports mid-career ceramic artists in Minnesota with $25,000 grants to foster creative development.	Not published	$25K
Colorado Creates Grant Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade · Foundation Not published · $4K – $10K The Colorado Creates Grant, offered by the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade, supports nonprofit arts organizations in Colorado.	Not published	$4K – $10K
Arts and Culture Nonprofits: Creative Communities San Diego Grant Program City of San Diego · State Not published · $5K The Creative Communities San Diego Grant Program supports nonprofit organizations in delivering impactful arts and culture projects that engage diverse communities.	Not published	$5K
ArtSpot Call for Entries Colorado Springs Community Ventures Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	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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