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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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR NORTHEAST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Community Impact Guidelines About Funds Available A portion of funds awarded during the Community Impact grant cycle is set aside specifically for programs addressing health for youth under…

MESA ARTS CENTER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

North Gallery Proposals Overview: Community gallery that showcases the work of Arizona artists or artists with a significant presence in the state. Geographic Scope: Arizona artists or artists with…

Central Kansas Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

North Newton Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Kansas Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 24, 2026 Summary The North Newton Community…

BLACKSTAR PROJECTS INC · June 3, 2026 · Annual Foundation

North Star Fellowship Overview: Supports innovative media artists and filmmakers developing projects that span the latitudes of creative nonfiction. Geographic Scope: Open to filmmakers working in…

LOS ANGELES EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Northeast Valley Best Start Community Grants Geographic Scope: San Fernando Valley, specifically Northeast Valley and Panorama City & Neighbors areas in Los Angeles, California Program Type:…

NORTHERN CHAUTAUQUA COMMUNITY FOUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Northern Chautauqua- Community Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2025 Summary The Northern…

Cincinnati Institute of Fine Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

Northern Kentucky Creative Placemaking Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: ArtsWave (Cincinnati Institute of Fine Arts) Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The Northern Kentucky…

COASTAL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

Northern Lowcountry Grants: Open Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: May 13, 2025 Summary The Northern Lowcountry…

NORTHERN OHIO GOLF CHARITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Northern Ohio Golf Charities Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern Ohio Golf Charities Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: October 15, 2025 Summary The Northern Ohio Golf…

SOUTH SHORE ARTS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Northwest Indiana Youth Arts Awards Funder: South Shore Arts Geographic Scope: Northwest Indiana (Lake, Porter, and LaPorte counties) Purpose: Recognition and/or awards for youth arts achievement and…

NorthWestern Energy · Rolling / Open Foundation

NorthWestern Energy Community Works Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: NorthWestern Energy Last Updated: September 20, 2025 Summary NorthWestern Energy Community Works Grants aim to enhance community…

$1,500 per artist; $50,000 total for organizations
NATIONAL PERFORMANCE NETWORK INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

NPN COVID-19 Artist Relief Fund: A Trust-Based Model Program Type: Emergency relief funding for artists and cultural organizations Geographic Scope: Louisiana (local focus) Funding Period: 2020 Total…

NATIONAL PERFORMANCE NETWORK INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

NPN Creation & Development Fund Program Type: Artist funding for creation and development projects Overview: The Creation & Development Fund is an NPN program that supports artists in creating and…

NATIONAL PERFORMANCE NETWORK INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

NPN’s Southern Artists for Social Change Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Performance Network Amount: Up to US $75,000 Last Updated: August 29, 2025 Summary The NPN’s Southern Artists for Social…

REDFORD CENTER INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

NRDC Climate Storytelling Fellowship Overview: The Redford Center supports the NRDC Climate Storytelling Fellowship in partnership with The Black List, NRDC's Rewrite the Future program, The CAA…

US $5,000 - US $50,000
NUNNALLY FOUNDATION-MAIN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nunnally Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Nunnally Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: September 17, 2025 Summary The Nunnally Foundation Grant supports various…

NUSENDA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nusenda Community Rewards Giving Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nusenda Foundation Amount: US $2,500 - US $15,000 Last Updated: June 22, 2025 Summary The Nusenda Community Rewards Giving program,…

Up to US $5,000
NORTHWEST CONNECTICUT COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

NWCTCF: Cycle Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary The Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation…

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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