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.

5,129 grants
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THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE GREATER · Rolling / Open Foundation

Niskayuna Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary The Niskayuna…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE GREATER · Rolling / Open Foundation

Niskayuna Community Foundation Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: September 05, 2025 Summary The…

NISSAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nissan Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nissan Foundation Last Updated: September 05, 2025 Summary The Nissan Foundation Grants support nonprofit organizations that promote cultural diversity…

Horizon Community Funds of Northern · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

NKY Funders' Grants Overview: An ongoing collaborative program that convenes multiple foundations and funders around mini-grant competitions for nonprofits serving Northern Kentucky (Boone, Campbell,…

FOUNDATION FOR APPALACHIAN OHIO · Rolling / Open Foundation

Noble County Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for Appalachian Ohio Amount: US $500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: February 18, 2026 Summary The Noble County Community…

$20,000 (4 x $5,000 annually)
The Ingram Lee Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

NOCCA Scholarship Status: Active, ongoing annual awards Geographic Scope: New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (NOCCA) graduates attending universities across the United States Overview: The first…

Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) · Rolling / Open Foundation

NOFO- Film and TV Workforce Training Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Amount: US $50,000 - US $180,000 Last Updated: July 04, 2025…

BRANCH COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nola & George Cummings Family Foundation Fund Mini Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Branch County Community Foundation Amount: US $200 - US $5,000 Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The Nola and…

WEEHAWKEN CREATIVE ARTS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Nominated Scholarship Funder: Weehawken Creative Arts Geographic Scope: Ridgway, CO area Purpose: To support individuals who demonstrate interest in visual, performing, or literary arts and, due to…

Varies by award (recent examples: $5,000 - $20,000)
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Nonprofit Grant Program Funder: Community Foundation of Central Georgia Geographic Scope: Central Georgia (21 counties served) Focus Areas: Wide variety of nonprofit organizations working to address…

NORA ROBERTS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nora Roberts Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nora Roberts Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Nora Roberts Foundation, established in 2001 by…

THE NORCLIFFE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Norcliffe Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Norcliffe Foundation Last Updated: August 20, 2025 Summary The Norcliffe Foundation Grant supports various community-enhancing projects in the…

THE NORD FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nord Family Foundation Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nord Family Foundation Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Nord Family Foundation Grant Program focuses on supporting a variety of…

Varies (historically $36,000 total awarded annually across multiple organizations)
NORFOLK ROTARY CHARITIES INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Norfolk Rotary Charities Grants to Area Nonprofits Funder: Norfolk Rotary Charities Inc (Rotary Club of Norfolk) Geographic Scope: Hampton Roads area/Southeastern Virginia Focus Areas: - Arts -…

EAST TENNESSEE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Norris Area Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Tennessee Foundation Amount: US $1,500 - US $3,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The Norris Area Community Foundation…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

North Baldwin Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of South Alabama Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The North Baldwin Community…

Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County · September 12, 2026 · Annual Foundation

North Carolina Arts Council Artist Support Grants Program Overview: The N.C. Arts Council created this program to provide funding to regional consortia of local arts councils to award project grants…

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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