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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New Hampshire State Council on the Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

NHSCA ARTS Conservation License Plate Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Hampshire State Council on the Arts Amount: US $2,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The NHSCA ARTS…

New Hampshire State Council on the Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

NHSCA Arts for Community Engagement Project Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Hampshire State Council on the Arts Amount: US $1,000 - US $8,000 Last Updated: May 17, 2025 Summary The NHSCA Arts for…

New Hampshire State Council on the Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

NHSCA Folklife and Traditional Arts Project Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Hampshire State Council on the Arts Amount: US $1,000 - US $8,000 Last Updated: May 17, 2025 Summary The NHSCA Folklife…

NATIONAL ITALIAN AMERICAN FOUNDATIONINC · Rolling / Open Foundation

NIAF La Scala Scholarship Overview: Scholarship program offered by NIAF, likely supporting students with interests in Italian culture, arts, or performing arts. Geographic Scope: United States…

NATIONAL ITALIAN AMERICAN FOUNDATIONINC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

NIAF Photo Contest Overview: Annual photography competition for amateurs and professionals celebrating Italian culture and heritage through visual imagery. Contests have featured themes such as "Made…

NATIONAL ITALIAN AMERICAN FOUNDATIONINC · Rolling / Open Foundation

NIAF/De Laurentiis Film Prizes Overview: Film competition or prize program in partnership with the De Laurentiis family, celebrating Italian and Italian American cinema. Focus Areas: Film, cinema,…

More than US $25,000
NORTHERN INDIANA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

NICF: Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern Indiana Community Foundation Amount: More than US $25,000 Last Updated: November 23, 2025 Summary The NICF: Impact Grants support projects over…

NORTHERN INDIANA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

NICF: Miami County Grants - Community Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern Indiana Community Foundation Last Updated: September 08, 2025 Summary The NICF: Miami County Grants - Community…

NORTHERN INDIANA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

NICF: Miami County Grants - Micro Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern Indiana Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: March 25, 2026 Summary The NICF Micro Grant program offers…

US $250 - US $10,000
NICHOLAS CO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nicholas County CF Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nicholas County Community Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $10,000 Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary The Nicholas County Community Foundation,…

NICHOLAS H NOYES JR MEMORIAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nicholas H. Noyes Jr. Memorial Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nicholas H. Noyes Jr. Memorial Foundation Last Updated: November 19, 2025 Summary The Nicholas H. Noyes Jr. Memorial Foundation…

THE NICHOLSON FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nicholson Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nicholson Family Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: June 24, 2025 Summary The Nicholson Family Foundation Grant supports…

Nicor Gas · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nicor Gas: Pillar Grants - Community Enrichment Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nicor Gas Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: October 02, 2024 Summary Nicor Gas offers Pillar Grants for Community…

Nicor Gas · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nicor Gas: Pillar Grants - Diversity Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nicor Gas Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: August 21, 2024 Summary Nicor Gas offers Pillar Grants focused on Diversity, aiming to…

US $3,500 - US $7,500
THE ANDY WARHOL FOUNDATION FOR THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Night Bloom: Grants for Artists Status: ACTIVE Funder: Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts Amount: US $3,500 - US $7,500 Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary Night Bloom: Grants for Artists is…

GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nika Marie Social Impact Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Rapids Community Foundation Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary Overview Generally the Community Foundation's scholarships are…

Nikon USA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nikon Donation & Sponsorship Request (USA) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nikon USA Last Updated: February 02, 2026 Summary Nikon USA is dedicated to supporting innovative initiatives that align with…

WINKLER NINA ASTIN TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nina Astin Winkler Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nina Astin Winkler Charitable Trust Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: June 20, 2025 Summary The Nina Astin Winkler…

NINA HEARD ASTIN CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nina Heard Astin Charitable Trust Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nina Heard Astin Charitable Trust Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: June 20, 2025 Summary The Nina Heard Astin Charitable…

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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